voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
Volunteering Opportunity Details
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Listener
with Samaritans of DunfermlineVolunteer Opportunity No. VO47201 - Created/last updated: 22/12/2020
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OpportunityAbout this opportunity: NOTE: At present, because of the restrictions, we cannot invite anyone to an information event in the branch, so please visit our website www.Samaritans.org/volunteering which explains what is involved with volunteering with us.
Listening volunteers will be part of an organisation that listens to people in crisis, depressed or suicidal and helps them explore their feelings in the hope that, by doing this and supporting them, they will find a solution to their problem and thus feel they can carry on. It is a country-wide organisation which operates 24 hours, 7 days a week and 52 weeks a year. Full training is provided, Following the training, all new Samaritans have a mentor who supports them for as long as they need support. You will never be on duty alone and ongoing support and training is provided. There are also non-listening opportunities available such as fundraising, flling etc.Takes place: mornings afternoons evenings Mondays 
Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays Saturdays Sundays Minimum age: 18 Maximum age: no upper age limit has been specified Training provided: The volunteer will be invited to an Information evening - selection evening - interview - six weeks training followed by working with a mentor Out of pocket expenses paid?
Yes - Available but limitedExperience required: Be a good listener and be empathetic Restrictions on who can volunteer
No restrictions were specified.Application process: Application Form; Induction/Training; Informal Chat; Interview; References Taster available? No, not for this opportunity. Travel Details 22 Townhill Road, Dunfermline Saltire Award This opportunity is not suitable for Saltire Awards (for volunteers aged 12-25). What Now?
To enquire/register an interest in this opportunity call us (FVA) on 0800 389 6046, e-mail us, or fill out this form: You can print these opportunity details.
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