Department:
Personal Support
Opportunity Type:
Volunteer
Town/City:
Grimsby
31 Aug 2024
Hours Per Week:
0

Job Advert

We support a young man who loves to walk and get out in the fresh air.

In a previous placement he built up a good relationship with his Carer's dog and speaks fondly of walking her.

He would like to be able to go for more walks with a well behaved dog and a confident owner which would also help to support him in the things he really enjoys doing in life.

No experience is required as all relevant training will be provided and you will receive ongoing support from the service manager and the staff team.

A knowledge of local walks would be desirable and a dog would need to be calm and well behaved.

Benefits

Online training covering introduction to learning disabilities and/or Autism, safeguarding, communication, EDI and first aid.
 
Ongoing support from the Volunteer Manager
 
Reimbursed expenses of up an agreed amount
 
Opportunity to meet new people.
 
Learn new skills – development and support from Mencap's Learning and Development team.
 
Knowing the impact you are making on people we support lives.
 
Feeling appreciated and supported

About Mencap

1.5 million people in the UK have a learning disability

Everything we do is about valuing and supporting people with a learning disability, and their families and carers.

Our vision is a world where people with a learning disability are valued equally, listened to and included. 

Volunteering with us is YOUR opportunity to help us achieve this, while having the chance develop your skills, meet new people and join a passionate and dedicated team.

Once we have received your application we will be in touch to see whether this role is a good match for your skills and experience and to discuss the role in more depth.

If you haven’t heard from us after 2 week please email: [email protected] 

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