Sight Support HEY is looking for volunteers to offer support to our weekly Day Groups.
Responsibilities:
- To assist service users to safely access vehicles and venues.
- To assist service users within venues.
- To distribute refreshments to service users.
- To assist service users take part in activities.
Qualities and skills we are looking for:
- Good communication skills (both talking and listening)
- An understanding and respect for confidentiality
- Friendly, calm and empathetic manner
- An ability and desire to develop a positive relationship with new people
- An understanding of issues faced by those with a visual impairment is desired but not essential
- Following training, to be aware of Safeguarding procedures and be able to escalate any concerns
Support provided to you:
- Visual Impairment Awareness training will be provided and take place at Sight Support HEY.
- Other training as identified
- Regular newsletters, updates and news from the Volunteer Coordinator at Sight Support HEY
- Reimbursement of out of pocket expenses such as mileage or public transport costs (where pre-approved)
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If you are interested in becoming an Outreach Resources Volunteer, please contact Sight Support on 01482 342297 or complete the inquiry form below and we will be in touch.