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Forum Facilitator (ref.: V192)

  • Cornerstone (Aberdeen)
  • VO42982

Description

Cornerstones TASK group allows the people we support to voice their opinions on how Cornerstone, as care provider, affects their lives. The group meets monthly to discuss possible improvements and ideas with the aim of increasing participation within our organisation by listening, and taking onboard, the views of the people we support. The group is expected to get bigger and as a result, we are looking for a dedicated volunteer to assist with the chairing of the meetings. If you are a good listener and capable and creative when it comes to typing pictorial, easy to understand minutes then we would love to hear from you. This is a perfect opportunity for a Social Work/Community Care student who can spare a few hours each month and would like to get involved in the Personalisation process of one of Scotland’s leading care providers.

All reasonable travel expenses will be reimbursed and full supervision and training will be provided.

For an informal discussion please contact James McQueen on tel.: 01224 256051 / e-mail: James.McQueen@cornerstone.org.uk

Organisation aims and objectives

Cornerstone provides high quality services across Scotland to people who have a disability and other support needs. Our range of services provide care and support to children, young people and adults and are designed to meet and respond to the needs of individuals. Our staff and volunteers are dedicated to providing individuals families and communities with a better future and our person centred approach ensures we keep the people we support at the heart of everything we do.

Frequency and commitment details

Flexible-If you can spare a few hours this might be the perfect opportunity for you.

Restrictions

Experience required: We are looking for people who are: -Friendly and approachable. -Willing to make a regular commitment. -Share the aims and values of Cornerstone
Travel details: Aberdeen City
Minimum age: 16

Support

Expenses paid: Yes
Expenses details: Relevant out of pocket expenses are re-imbursed to volunteers e.g.: bus fares/car mileage etc.
Taster available: Yes
Support: Named Contact For Volunteer,
Wheelchair Access/Disabled Access Toilet

Last updated 10 days ago

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