Opportunity

PURPOSE OF ROLE: 

To support older people to improve their wellbeing by helping them achieve their goals and aspirations. 

OUTLINE OF ACTIVITIES: 

• Establish, maintain and develop relationships with older people. 
• Provide support, information and assistance to older people.
• Work with individuals to maintain their levels of mobility and independence. 
• Keep brief records of the work you have been doing with older people. 
• To attend support meanings with the Living Well Co-ordinator. 
• To report any concerns about the older people you are working with to the Living Well Co-ordinator. 

PERSONAL QUALITIES AND EXPERIENCE: 

• Good communication and motivational skills. 
• Maturity and sensitivity. 
• Excellent listening skills. 
• Able to maintain confidentiality.
• A liking for and empathy with older people. 
• Ability to work as part of a team. 
• Reliability and trustworthiness. 
• An interest in developing activities for older people. 

TIME REQUIRED: There is no minimum time requirement for this role.

WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT FROM VOLUNTEERING AT AGE NI: 

•  Social interaction and a chance to develop friendships. 
•  Reimbursement of out of pocket expenses. 

 LOCATION: Ballycastle, Bushmills, Armoy and Cushendall. 

 This role will require an enhanced Access NI disclosure certificate. 

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