Befriender for Young People - Moray

Aberlour Scotland's Children's Charity
VO102651

We are looking for befrienders to befriend young people as part of our Youthpoint Moray Service. As a volunteer befriender you would be matched with a young person, who you would spend regular time with on a 1:1 basis, building a trusting relationship having fun and supporting young people to transition out of service and onto the next stage of their journey. You would take part in activities that a young person enjoys such as playing football/cooking or introduce them to new activities or hobbies that they may not have the opportunity to take part in.

What will I be doing?

Making a difference in a young person’s life.

Spending regular time with a young person and/or their family

Supporting young people and families when difficulties arise

Sharing an activity/hobby within the local community

Attending and supporting young people and families to take part in a range of indoor and outdoor activities

Completing a diary log after each visit

Attending regular support and supervision sessions.

What will I gain from the role?

Excellent training

Make new friends and meet new people

Get out and about

Have FUN!

Attend social events

Experience required

A genuine interest in the well-being of children and families

A few hours to spare each week

Reliability, commitment and discretion

Friendly and approachable

Non-judgemental attitude

Good communication and listening skills

Responsible and dependable

To have a non-judgemental attitude and approach to working with children and families

To be empathetic

To be able to treat all information in a confidential manner

Be friendly, helpful and understanding

Be enthusiastic, flexible, committed and patient.

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About
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Support

Training details

Induction and child/adult protection training

Specific befriending training

Role specific training for supporting children & families

Ongoing support and supervision.

Restrictions

Minimum age: 18
This opportunity is subject to the completion of satisfactory references and successful registration on the PVG Scheme.

Frequency & commitment

- Befrienders will spend regular time with a young person on a weekly or fortnightly basis. - As our young people may be at school, outings and activities may take place after school hours. - A minimum of 6 months commitment is required for this role.