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Arts & Crafts Volunteer (FOLS) - Maidstone

Kent and Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust

Help engage our patients in whatever arts and crafts interests you have.

Detailed Description

Do you enjoy arts and crafts – could be anything, not just painting and drawing (although that as well!), but it could be sculpting, papercrafts, creative writing, any kind of activity that falls under the word ‘creative’. What we are looking for is someone who can volunteer alongside our occupational therapy team to work with our community forensic mental health patients on arts and crafts activities. You will not be on your own with patients, but you will provide the knowledge and eye to help our patients develop their interest in creative activity. Activities normally last for a fixed term of weeks (usually 8 or 10). Our patients have a mental health condition so you will need to be caring, patient, understanding and non-judgemental.

Activities you will be doing

Art & Design,Befriending, Buddying & Mentoring

What skills are required for this role

Talking To Others, Listening, Art & Craft

Why these skills are required

Practical experience in whatever field of arts and crafts you enjoy

What is in it for you

Help, training, ongoing support

Time Commitment

To suit volunteer

ME16 9PL

ME16 9PL

Public transport available nearby

100

Application Process
Support you will receive
Role Type
Suitable For
18+
We Welcome
N/A
Location
N/A