Group Support Volunteer

Denny Stroke Club
VO103661

Denny Stroke Club is a volunteer run, user led community organisation. The Club provides peer support to stroke survivors, their friends and families allowing space to meet and socialise with people who understand what they are going through. Meeting for 2 hours per week over 46 weeks of the year, the group offers a routine to members who may not otherwise have one, giving something to look forward to each week.

Denny Stroke Club are looking for volunteers who will bring their enthusiasm into the group sessions to provide our members with a positive experience. Volunteers will support the Group Coordinator to enable the smooth running of the weekly sessions ensuring that club participants feel included and respected.

Other tasks involved in this role include:
*set up and clear up of the room
*welcoming members as they arrive
*chat with members
*serve refreshments
*take part in group activities with the members

Experience required

Good communication skills.
Empathy.
Teamwork, being open, honest and respectful.

Travel details

Denny Library, Davies Row, Denny, FK6 6FA.

Travel expenses

40p per mile reimbursed monthly.

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Training details

CHSS training and general information about chest, heart and stroke conditions. Ongoing shadowing and peer support/mentoring by the Stroke Club and other relevant external training that can be accessed.

Restrictions

Minimum age: 18
PVG required.

Availability

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Frequency & commitment

2hours per week. Fridays 2pm - 4pm. We would hope the person would commit to volunteering for at least 12 months.

Volunteers (aged 18-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
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