Cover Telephone Group Facilitator

The Ayrshire Community Trust; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Telephone Group Facilitator, where your listening skills will create social opportunities for blind and partially sighted individuals. This role allows you to work from home, facilitating engaging conversations and providing vital support when needed. With flexible hours and the chance to make a real difference in the community, this opportunity is perfect for compassionate individuals looking to contribute positively. Embrace this rewarding volunteer role and help foster connections in your community!

Benefits

Understanding Sight Loss Pack

Expenses reimbursement

Training and support

Flexible schedule

Qualifications

• Strong listening and communication skills are essential for this role.
• Experience in facilitating group discussions is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate weekly telephone groups for blind and partially sighted individuals.
• Ensure participants feel comfortable and engaged during discussions.

Skills

Effective listening skills

Good verbal communication skills

Ability to work with a wide range of people

Job description

Volunteer Opportunity: Telephone Group Facilitator for Talk and Support

There are various volunteering opportunities available within North Ayrshire. Please browse the selection below to find a suitable volunteering opportunity in your local area.

Role Description: Are you a good listener? Can you manage group conversations and ensure participants feel comfortable? This role involves facilitating our Talk and Support weekly telephone groups, providing social opportunities for blind and partially sighted individuals when the regular facilitator is unavailable. The groups meet during the day from Monday to Friday.

This is a telephone-based role that you can perform from home. You will need access to a landline or mobile phone. We ask for a commitment to cover one or two groups per week, each lasting one hour.

Experience Required

• Effective listening skills
• Good verbal communication skills
• Ability to work with a wide range of people

Support Provided

• Understanding Sight Loss Pack
• Expenses
• Supervision and support from your Manager
• Training as appropriate

Availability

Monday to Sunday: Morning, Afternoon, Evening

Frequency & Commitment

Approximately 3 hours per week. Volunteers aged 18-25 can claim Saltire Awards hours for this activity. Find out more.

Additional Information

The CE4U app, launched on Care Day (21st February), is a resource for care-experienced young people in North Ayrshire. We welcome your feedback to improve its content and functionality. Download and explore CE4U today.

Please note: The office will be closed on Monday, 5th May, for the bank holiday, reopening on Tuesday, 6th May.

Other Opportunities

We’re hiring a Community Development Worker (Link Up) in Saltcoats. If you're passionate about community-led change, join The Ayrshire Community Trust. Salary: £25,000 per annum. Location: Vernon Street, Saltcoats. See more details.