Volunteer Hub
Repair Cafe/ Swap Shop Volunteer
Organisation Details
Future Directions CIC
Sub theme: Environment
Stellify Award: This opportunity is part of 'Make a Difference'
Organisation Description: We are a ‘not for profit’ values based organisation that operate across the North West of England. We are registered with the Care Quality Commission for the provision of personal care, both within supported living, and domiciliary care as well as providing a number of care homes with/without nursing. We work with people and provide support that enables them to live the life that they want and to achieve their outcomes, and most importantly to have a meaningful life.
We support people with complex needs who require additional support including adults and young people with; mental health needs, learning disability, autism, complex health needs, profound multiple disabilities and older people.
We support people with complex needs who require additional support including adults and young people with; mental health needs, learning disability, autism, complex health needs, profound multiple disabilities and older people.
Description of role: You will be supporting a monthly community Repair Cafe by helping local people repair broken items. You may use your sewing, electrical, mechanical or general repair skills while providing practical guidance and help create a friendly and welcoming environment.
Skills / qualities associated with the role: Customer Service, Oral Communication Skills, Practical Skills
Are volunteer expenses available?: Yes
Duration of role: Ongoing / Long term
Opportunity times: Thursday Afternoon, Friday Afternoon
DBS required: On
Can reasonable adjustments be made regarding additional needs?: Yes
Is this organisation part of the Sports Volunteering Scheme (SVS)?: No
Minimum hours commitment: 1
Location:
River Beal Cafe and Community Hub
Rochdale
OL16 4GQ