Community Support Volunteer

From lending a hand at a local group to weekly telephone calls, there are lots of ways to directly support people with our conditions. Whatever your skillset, wherever you are in Scotland, you can help us support people to live the life they want to lead, following the diagnosis of a chest or heart condition, stroke, or Long Covid.

No experience is needed to volunteer, as full training is provided. We deliver our community support services in person, virtually or via telephone, in communities across Scotland. Apply today and help us ensure no life is half lived.

Experience required

This is an opportunity to undertake a satisfying and rewarding role. We are looking for people with good listening and communication skills who are reliable, patient and empathetic, respectful of the opinions of others, able to maintain boundaries, and willing to commit to initial and ongoing training and development. A willingness to travel within the local area would also be beneficial, as would an understanding of the importance of maintaining confidentiality.

Travel details

This can be discussed with your volunteer line manager.

Travel expenses

Reasonable out-of-pocket expenses will be reimbursed. These should be discussed with your Line Manager prior to outlay and must be submitted within the prescribed guidelines as detailed in the CHSS Volunteer Expenses Policy.

Training details

All volunteers are supported by their line manager, usually the CSS Co-ordinator. Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland will provide all necessary training, which will be carried out under the guidance of the line manager. Mandatory training will include: Safeguarding Adults (L2) E-Learning; Roles and Boundaries: CSS; Assisting with Mobility: British Red Cross; Emergency First Aid at Work: British Red Cross; Lone Worker Safety E-Learning; Supported Communication; Condition Awareness.

Restrictions

Minimum age: 18
In line with our commitment to safeguarding, this role is subject to membership of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Adults) Scheme in Scotland (PVG).

Volunteers must be willing to commit to initial and ongoing training.

Availability

Frequency & commitment

This can be discussed with your volunteer line manager.

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