Social Group Volunteer

• Seescape

• VO103186

Seescape support over 3500 people with severe visual impairments in Fife. They require enthusiastic and sociable volunteers to join them to try and prevent their vulnerable members from becoming lonely and withdrawing from their community. They want to add to their volunteers who help give their users a brilliant opportunity to get out of the house, meet friends and give their week a meaningful structure.

Their volunteers assist in arranging activities for the group such as inviting guests to speak about their areas of expertise, share stories or provide entertainment. They have had input from a range of individuals including authors, stage acts, opera singers as well as inputs from local services including the Police and Fire Service. This is a fun and rewarding opportunity which our existing volunteers thrive on.

This role may appeal to those in retirement, semi-retirement or people with spare time who would like to give back to the community

Experience required

Volunteers should be trustworthy, reliable, caring, empathetic, positive and patient. They should have a good level of common sense, strong social skills and be a good listener. No prior experience of supporting those with visual impairments is required.

Travel details

Groups currently meet in Dunfermline, Kirkcaldy, Glenrothes and Cupar. There is also an Art group which meets at our Glenrothes base. Seascape would like to expand into other areas of Fife

Social Group opportunities currently at Dunfermline (Baldridgeburn Community Centre), Kirkcaldy (Hayfield Community Centre), Glenrothes (Lomond Centre) and Cupar (Old Parish Church). The Walking group is in Dunfermline at Pittencrief Park.

Travel expenses

Travel expenses will be reimbursed at 45p per mile for travel by car or public transport rates.

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Training details

A full induction will be provided including ‘Sighted Guide’ training. Regular training days will be held where volunteers will be given training and group discussions and case studies regarding best practice will be provided.

Restrictions

Minimum age: 16

Availability

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Volunteers (aged 16-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
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This volunteering opportunity is also advertised across Fife.

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