Street Based Youth Work Assistant

• Salvation Army Dunfermline

• VO104453

The Salvation Army is looking for volunteers to get involved with their Street Based Youth Work project. This project allows youth workers and volunteers to engage with young people who may not have access to local youth provision, or who choose not to be a part of it. Its goal is to meet young people where they choose to be.

As a volunteer, you will join the Street Based Youth Worker on the streets in the evenings to engage with young people. This will involve:
• Building relationships with young people
• Identifying and responding to the needs of young people
• Facilitating meaningful conversations that may result in positive and informed decision making
• Supporting and challenging young people’s attitudes and actions
• Advocating on behalf of young people and bridge gaps in understanding between the local community and young people
• Signposting young people to our services or other service providers

Experience required

Volunteers should be good communicators, and need to be available in the evenings to do this role.

Travel details

This opportunity takes place across Dunfermline, Lochgelly and Glenrothes.

Travel expenses

Expenses can be discussed on a 1-1 basis.

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Training details

Volunteers will be given an induction and will volunteer alongside the Street Based Youth Worker, who can support them throughout.

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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