Driver Volunteer

Activities in this role will include:

• Providing transport for patients to and from the Centre for out patient visits or community activities
• Ensuring that your vehicle is safe and insured to for patient transportation
• Maintaining contact with the centre and informing the nursing team of any concerns you may have about the patient e.g. patient unwell on journey, difficulties with access, uncomfortable with passenger behaviour. 
• Potentially offering assistance to a patient, to help them out of the car and ensure that they safely make it to their appointment. 
• Ensuring that patient information is stored appropriately to protect confidentiality.
• Talking to passengers if that’s what they want, extra consideration should be given to patients on their first Hospice visit as they may be shy or anxious.
•  Maintaining accurate maintenance and mileage records.

How often we’d like your support

This role is flexible and will be agreed on an individual basis with your local centre.

The skills and experience you’ll need for this role

You will need to

• Have a fully insured vehicle with a valid MOT certificate.
•  Have a current driving licence, held for a minimum of one year. Clean driving licence preferable, however penalty points acceptable at discretion of Line Manager.
• Be reliable and professional. 
• Have a warm, friendly, adaptable, caring approach.
• Be able to work within personal and organisational boundaries.
• Be able to read a map/sat nav and plan a route.

What you can expect from us

We want to provide a volunteering environment that is inclusive, stimulating, friendly and supportive. As part of our commitment to you we will:

• Make sure you have all the training you need in your role
• Ensure you are appreciated and respected
• Provide you with regular support in a way that suits you
• Ask for your feedback and provide opportunities for you to help shape our future
• Celebrate your successes and recognise your contribution
• Resolve any concerns or complaints promptly and fairly
• Ensure you have a clear idea of what your involves
• Reimburse any out of pocket travel expenses
• Make new friends and feel connected
• Build your confidence and improve your wellbeing
• Enhance your CV and gain written references for prospective employers
•  Help change lives and support your local community
• Join a team that celebrates diversity and individual differences