Support Group Peer Facilitator

• SupportED Scotland (Linda Tremble Foundation)

• VO103920

We are a small but growing charity with big dreams and visions. Our aim is to offer in person and online groups in as many localities within Scotland as possible. Eating disorders are on the rise and we need a strong team of volunteers to help us support both the people who are suffering and their families.

By helping people suffering from an eating disorder and their families to discuss their feelings and concerns, you can help them to look towards a more positive future. If you are a caring and empathetic person who can help those attending to feel less isolated, more understood, cared for, listened to and supported we would value your contribution to our team.

We currently have in person groups in Glasgow, Edinburgh and Fife. However we are launching Perth and Dundee very soon! We need your help in Dundee so we can continue to grow and expand.

We also have online groups at various times throughout the week, meaning you could support us from wherever you live in Scotland.

The role of the Volunteer Peer Group Facilitator is to ensure that everyone attending the group is aware of the Group Guidelines/Rules and to create a safe space to enable group members to share their story .

The facilitator should encourage discussion between group members and only interject if they feel that a group member is being excluded or is breaking any rules or guidelines which could disrupt the group or cause distress.

The facilitator has a duty to observe and report on any safeguarding concerns and will act as a time keeper and ensure that everyone feels comfortable and has an opportunity to speak if they want to share anything.

Experience required

● To be good listeners and have clear communication skills
● To be able to offer support and encouragement in a non-judgemental manner
● To have a good knowledge and understanding of the needs of people with mental health issues, particularly eating disorders. Volunteers who have previously had an eating disorder must have been fully recovered for at least two years before taking on this role
● To be comfortable using and setting up technology for online meetings
● To have good timekeeping skills
● To be confident navigating challenging topics and situations

Travel details

In person (Dundee) or online.

Travel expenses

Buses and trains reimbursed, 45p per mile for driving.

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Training details

Ongoing training, support and supervision. Quarterly online meet ups for the volunteer community. Two in person events for volunteers each year. Access to other volunteer opportunities within SupportED.

Taster

Shadowing a support group is available.

Restrictions

Minimum age: 18

Availability

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