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Drug & Alcohol Outreach Volunteer (Young People & Young Adult)

Location Derby-East Midlands
Job ID 2022-8895
Number of Vacancies Remaining
9
Category
Children, Young People & Family Service
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Overview

1625 Outreach is no normal drug and alcohol service. It is an innovative and forward-thinking project, with a proven track record of effectively engaging young people and young adults.

 

Our ethos is centred around the principles of harm reduction, we provide non-judgmental, fact-based, information and advice surrounding drug and alcohol use and the associated risks.

 

We aim to give young people and young adults the knowledge and skills to make more informed choices, to keep themselves and their peers aware, safe, and well when it comes to drugs/alcohol.

Responsibilities

Volunteering with those aged 16 to 25, you will support 1625 Outreach’s work across Derby & Derbyshire. This includes engagement in the community (e.g. parks), within education settings (e.g. colleges), and at organised events (e.g. music festivals), providing advice & information.

 

You will be supported with a range of training opportunities, including access to specialist accredited learning (1625 Academy).

 

Addressing emerging needs is paramount when working with young people and young adults in this setting. You will need to expect the unexpected, don’t worry though, you will experience a lot of fun and enjoyment in this volunteer role.

If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details:

Beth | beth.warrilow@cgl.org.uk | 07741901789

 

This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.

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