Volunteering Opportunities
with GCA

BOARD MEMBERS WANTED

We are looking to expand membership of our Board of Directors, to develop the strategic direction, support the aims and objectives and ensure good governance. If you can devote some time and are motivated to assisting us, we would welcome your application. We would be particularly interested in hearing from result orientated, enthusiastic, and caring individuals with skills, experience and knowledge in any of the following areas:

OFFICE BASED

We have volunteering opportunities in our head office in Glasgow City centre, these include:

Reception – answering the telephone, meeting and greeting clients and visitors
Provide tea/coffee for clients and visitors
General admin support – photocopying, shredding, postage, ordering supplies, organising meeting rooms and catering.
Information – keeping information stands well stocked and tidy

The skills and attributes we are looking for include:

Being able to chat with people
A non-judgemental attitude
Working as part of a team
Being organised
Ability to use a computer

The office is a friendly environment and we want to make sure our clients are supported and relaxed when they come to see us. The receptionist is an important person as they are the first person a client sees when they come in the door. We will provide training and support while you are volunteering with us and we will ensure you have an enjoyable experience and the opportunity to learn new skills.

COUNSELLING & GROUPWORK

There are a number of opportunities for volunteers to work directly with clients at GCA. These include becoming a volunteer counsellor or working as a group worker within one of our group work programmes. The minimum qualification that we require for working directly with clients is the COSCA. Certificate in Counselling Skills. (GCA runs this course; please phone us for more details). Potential volunteers will be asked to attend a selection day and undertake our 6 day Advanced Alcohol training course as part of the selection process. In return, we ask that you can commit to:

Individual counselling

Volunteering with us for at least 2 years
Providing a minimum of 3 to 4 hours per week
Achieving a minimum of 50 client hours per year
Attending regular practice supervision sessions
Attending regular team meetings
Ongoing learning and development
Completing GCA’s in-house accreditation
Complying with the standards and practise of GCA

Group work

Providing a minimum of 2 hours per week
Attending at least one complete group work programme
Attending regular supervision sessions
Attending regular team meetings
Participating in regular learning opportunities
Complying with the standards and practise of GCA

Volunteer recruitment takes places on an ‘as required’ basis so we are unable to specify dates for applications. However if you feel you meet the requirements and you have the time, we would be delighted to hear from you and will keep your application on file until the next recruitment.