Compassionate Neighbour
ROLE DETAILS
Location: Falkirk
Responsible To: Community Development Lead
Department: Compassionate Communities' Team
Hours: As agreed with Department
ROLE PURPOSE AND KEY DUTIES
To form part of the existing befriending team by visiting and supporting a person within the Hospice catchment area of Forth Valley, Cumbernauld and Kilsyth.
Compassionate Neighbours induction will be provided with optional training including goal setting, talking mats, SAGE & THYME (communication aid) training. Cuppa and Catch Up sessions for volunteers are hosted quarterly, and one to one support from staff is available when required.
This role is subject to a Disclosure Scotland Protection of Vulnerable Groups (“PVG”) check.
Key Duties: (not exhaustive)
- visiting the same person at home at an agreed time weekly or fortnightly;
- offering friendship and conversation;
- provide a listening ear about poor health and/or planning ahead for poorer health or for death where appropriate;
- fun activities - for example chatting about common interests, playing dominos, skill sharing such as crafting etc.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
- an enthusiastic and friendly volunteer;
- good communication skills;
- reliable and trustworthy;
- understand the importance of confidentiality.
