Volunteer Walking Assistant
You will be redirected to the Volunteer Centre Blackpool, Wyre & Fylde website to express your interest.
To work and accompany clients who are severely sight impaired in the community. Escort on walks/excursions on a regular basis. Ensure that clients feel empowered to make their own decisions.
What skills do I need?
Experience with visually impaired people is an advantage but training will be given. We offer Visual Awareness course and Advice Session which is mandatory before you are allowed to accompany a client.
You must be reliable. Have a responsible attitude and be enthusiastic.
Location
This opportunity has no specific location e.g. can be carried out anywhere.
Details
- Accessibility
- Age restrictions
- DBS check required
- Equal Opportunities Policy
- Expenses reimbursed
- Health and Safety Policy
- Ongoing support
- Suitable for under 18s
- Training provided
- Volunteer induction
- Volunteer Policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Written role description
When is this role available?
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You will be redirected to the Volunteer Centre Blackpool, Wyre & Fylde website to express your interest.
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