DAPL is a well-respected voluntary sector organisation in Fife and is looking for additional board members to support the existing directors of the charity.
DAPL offers one to one counselling, support, information and advice to individuals and families in Fife. The service is free and confidential and offered by experienced workers.
DAPL’s counselling service is accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP).
The organisation was formed in 1994 and originally served the area of Levenmouth, however is now available throughout the entire Kingdom of Fife.
THey support: Young people (who are experiencing psychological disorders / or use substances or affected by another’s use), Adults (who use substances)
Human contact is vital. Many of the people we work with experience the sort of isolation we experienced during the Covid-19 pandemic every day due to an alcohol problem. We believe that everyone has the right to be treated with dignity and respect and offer support in a person-centred way. Social contact and having someone to talk to can make a massive difference. As you build a connection you might also be opening a door to new opportunities and knowledge in your own life. We ask that you understand or have compassion towards people who have had a difficult relationship with alcohol now or in the past and are good at listening without judgement. All volunteers will be given necessary training and ongoing support and supervision.
Our Family Supporters in Edinburgh project offers practical and emotional support to families across the city of Edinburgh, empowering them to face a range of life challenges. We recruit, train and match dedicated, local volunteers to help families every step of the way, spending 1-1 time together on a personalised set of goals chosen by the family, for the family.
We can help in many ways, such as improved living standards, budgeting, healthier eating, better school life and behaviour, access to health and wellbeing aid, as well as introducing parents to community resources, to name a few. So far, thousands of families across the UK have benefitted from our service and we are now delighted to extend the programmes reach to families in Edinburgh.
We are non-profit-making-volunteer run Arts Collective and charity providing a platform both online and offline for those who struggle with mental health, addiction, gender dysphoria, sexuality, feel like they don't quite 'fit', or feel estranged to this world ,We encourage you to express yourselves through art as catharsis. Combining Art & Catharsis, we believe in being CathARTic.
We are looking for Online Outreach Volunteers who will respond to our members in either a live chat (booked in advance) or by email. You should be compassionate and insightful.
You will also give positive and encouraging feedback on the creative posts from our members.
We are also looking for someone to lead the team should you be interested.
If you are interested please apply in writing to jewels-founder-fledgling@outlook.com
We look forward to hearing from you.
Drivers & support workers.
Volunteers required to transport participants to & from the group, engage with the participants & take part in the art classes.
This opportunity is for vibrant people who enjoy all that entails working with young people of various backgrounds. The Ark is open to young people on Friday evenings from 7pm – 9.30pm. Volunteers are required to help from 6.30pm-9.30pm for set up and close down.
Some of the responsibilities include, serving drinks and snacks at the bar, capturing social media images and videos, helping operate the sound booth and music.
Volunteers roles are rotated throughout the night, to allow you to gain more skills and qualities.
Why should I volunteer with the Ayr Ark?
· Opportunity to gain a youth qualification.
· Develop employability skills and work experience.
· Training opportunities.
· Meet new people.
· Volunteer team building days and activities.
One of our volunteers, started coming to the Ayr Ark at the age of 13 and went on to become a part of our volunteer group. Erin recently left us to start UNI but when asked ab out her experience of volunteering she said:
“I’ve made friends for life here and gained skills and real life experience I never thought possible and it helped me grow as a person” – Erin Cran, Volunteer.
The opportunity is for vibrant people who enjoy all that entails working with young people of various backgrounds and for those who are looking for experience within events.
Volunteers will assist with the running of events and activities, helping with the set-up, social media and marketing of the events, as well as running activities all day. Volunteers should be flexible as events and activities will take place during weekends and evenings.
If your interested in volunteering with us, get in touch to find out how you can get involved.
Student Placements
Looking to get experience in a youth work setting? We are open to working with students who require to do a work placement as part of a Youth Work related degree. We have a partnership with UWS, speak to your programme leader or get in touch with us to find out more.
Why should I volunteer with the Ayr Ark?
Opportunity to gain a youth qualification
Develop employability skills and work experience.
Training opportunities
Meet new people
Volunteer team building days and activities
At Oshay's we would like to improve and increase our online presence. We would like volunteers who are comfortable using social media to get in touch with us and volunteers as a comms volunteer. Responsibilities of this Social Media Volunteer role:
Post daily (or pre-create daily posts) for our social platforms.
Respond to and share posts.
Create and advertise fundraising campaigns on social media.
Work with advisors to develop and implement a social media strategy.
We are looking for a driven fundraiser to raise funds for Oshay's Brain Domain. The volunteer fundraiser's responsibilities include:
- Thinking about and developing fundraising programs.
- Recruiting sponsors and other event volunteers.
- Encouraging support through promotional activities.
- Develop and maintain professional relationships.