About this role
To provide support within our community day centre setting, assisting the day care team in delivering optimum quality of care and support to our client/s. The role will or can include assisting our minibus driver with AM and/or PM pick up’s and drop offs, helping clients on and off the vehicle ensuring a safe and comfortable journey at all times.
When you can volunteer
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | |||||||
| Afternoon | |||||||
| Evening |
Requirements
- References needed
- Willing to take a DBS Check
- Age restrictions
Essential
1. Physical ability to move and handle older people where appropriate
2. Team working skills as well as working on a one 2 one basis with clients
3. Patience and empathy
4. Good listening and communication skills
5. Support service users and fellow volunteers
6. Caring and understanding nature
Desirable
1. Empathy to the needs of older people
2. Able to participate in the manual handling of older people where appropriate
3. A non-judgemental approach to older people’s preferences, culture, and lifestyle
Skills
Causes
Location
Location 244 London Road, Leicester, UK