Compassionate Neighbour
ROLE DETAILS
Location: Bo'ness
Responsible To: Befriending Co-Ordinator
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.
Compassionate Neighbours induction will be provided as well as ongoing support in the form of Cuppa and Catch Up sessions hosted quarterly and one to one support from staff is available when required.
The Compassionate Neighbours Team operates a WhatsApp group for informal support and connection with fellow befriending volunteers.
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;
- potentially provide a listening ear about poor health and end of life;
- 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.
