Action for Family Carers makes a positive difference to the lives of all Carers by providing valued, high quality support services in times of need.
They are seeking volunteers within their Adult Day Care Respite Centre in Maldon, assisting staff and other volunteers in supporting the clients that attend.
The role involves encouraging clients to participate in conversation, entertainment and activities as well as assisting at meal times.
Volunteers will be provided with training on Covid guidelines and be supplied with all essential equipment and PPE.
What skills do I need?
Skills required:
• Enthusiasm
• Good listening and communication skills
• Ability to work as a member of a team
• Flexibility of approach to all tasks
• An awareness of the problems caused by disability
• A willingness to undertake training for the role
Action for Family Carers offers a rewarding, satisfying role with ongoing training and development in a supportive environment.
Details
- Accessibility
- DBS check required
- Equal opportunities policy
- Expenses reimbursed
- Health and Safety Policy
- Ongoing support
- Suitable for under 18s
16+ - Training provided
- Volunteer induction
- Volunteer policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Written role description
When can I volunteer?
Start Date: 08/10/2020
End Date: 31/12/2024
Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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Morning | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | No | No | No |
Afternoon | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | No | No | No |
Evening | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
Availability Details
The Day Centre runs from 10 am to 3 pm each Tuesday and Thursday. It may reopen on other weekdays if there is a demand. Volunteers can volunteer for a few hours, part-day or whole day.
Location
This opportunity has no specific location.