Antrim & Newtownabbey Latest Volunteering

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ANTRIM & NEWTOWNABBEY LATEST VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES

CAP (Christians Against Poverty) - Community Links Coordinator

The Antrim CAP Debt counselling community outreach centre, which is linked to Greystone Presbyterian Church, requires a person to train as a Community Links Coordinator (CLC). The purpose of a CLC is to publicise the Antrim CAP centre to potential referral agencies and press and media in the postal code areas of BT29, BT39 and BT41 with a view to gen- erating client referrals for the centre. A CLC is required to contact agencies to promote CAP's services and respond to enquiries and attend relevant meetings. The volunteer will need to attend a one day training session at CAP Head office in Bradford where they will gain in-depth knowledge of the services CAP offers and methods to promote these. Personal specification for this role requires the volunteer to have GCSE English and experience of a CAP centre either as a client or support worker. bit.ly/2OfHTbF

VOLUNTEER NOW - Volunteer Drivers Volunteer Now requires Volunteer Drivers to transport older and vulnerable people to attend important health and wellbeing appointments. Out of pocket expenses will be reimbursed but drivers must hold a valid driving license, an up-to-date MOT certificate and appropriate insurance cover. For more details and to register visit bit.ly/2mEnlwH

NHSCT - Macmillan Community Information Volunteer Could you use your organisational skills to help people affected by cancer gain better access to trusted Macmillan information and support? Help us establish information points and run information events in your local community in and around Ballyclare. Together you can help us ensure people with cancer in NI are able to live life, no matter what. bit.ly/2m15Nu5

Stroke Association - Group Supporter As a Stroke Group Supporter, you'll be part of a team who will assist in the running of our Newtownabbey Stroke Support Group. Tasks could include assisting Stroke Association staff and/or voluntary group committee members in arranging activities and events for the group by helping to provide information, researching and contacting local activity and/or service providers. If you are over 18 years of age with good communication skills this could be the perfect role for you. bit.ly/2szdDLu

Repair Café Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough We are beyond excited to announce a new Repair Café starting up in Antrim and Newtownabbey. We will be looking for lots of volunteers to join us so please spread the word and keep an eye on Facebook and Twitter for further information.

Age NI - Support Volunteer

This role will provide support to the My Life My Way Community Navigator by supporting older people with dementia and their carers as they make decisions about future care and social inclusion options. The support volunteer will provide an interim, floating service supporting our service users who are waiting to be matched with a longer term volunteer. The volunteer must be 18+ with good communication and organisational skills. bit.ly/2FRFgXA

Volunteer Now - Volunteer Drivers

Volunteer drivers will transport older and vulnerable people to attend important health and wellbeing appointments. Out of pocket expenses will be reimbursed. Drivers must hold a valid driving licence , up-to-date MOT certificate and appropriate insurance cover. If interested in becoming a volunteer driver visit bit.ly/2EPwloJ

Action Cancer - Shop Assistant Friends of Antrim Castle Gardens - Volunteers are needed for this fantastic boutique clothing Committee Members store in Ballyclare. This is a great opportunity to get involved and support Action Cancer within your local Friends of Antrim Castle community. Volunteers will become part of a team lead by an need new committee experienced store manager who will provide support and training to all members. Get in touch if volunteers. bit.ly/2WhTh6N you have a background in charity or business management, although any Alzheimer’s Society - Volunteer Recruiter Antrim background experience would be welcomed. For Volunteer Recruiters are needed across Antrim. The role is more information and other flexible but reliability is vital. The role will include the volunteering opportunities recruitment of volunteers to fulfil current, ongoing support to visit volunteer now. people affected by dementia. Volunteer recruiters will work bit.ly/2lzuFZG alongside the Volunteering Officer at information stands, leaflet/poster drops and building local relationships. This opportunity is ideal for someone who is confident and enthusiastic with good verbal communication skills, recognises the importance of confidentiality, has the ability to attend events and carry/handle materials etc. bit.ly/2ksm5vh

FareShare NI - Food Heroes

We have volunteer roles to suit everyone: Save and sort food at our lively Mallusk warehouse. Chat to charities on the phone to find out what food they need. Assist one of our drivers to deliver food to charities and vulnerable people or drive one of our vans to deliver food. bit.ly/2X32f76

For more information about volunteering in the North West area contact: Niamh Young T: 07850 851810 E: [email protected] Wenda Gray T: 07884 435955 E: [email protected]

Supported by the Northern Ireland Executive through the Department for Communities