About Ozanam House Community Resource Centre
Ozanam House is a community project operated by the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul, working directly with people in need through an action-oriented programme, attempting to effect positive change through social justice. Our work primarily involves person-to-person contact. Throughout the year we run childcare, youth, adult education and community programmes.
What's Involved
Make an important contribution to our childcare programme!
Tasks
• To prepare light snacks e.g. sandwiches, beans, fruit, veg & dips
• To deliver to each room for snack time
• To collect dishes from each room, place in dish washer and clean up the kitchen.
What's required for this position
Skills, Experience & Qualities Required
• Ability to work well in a kitchen
• Ability to address the varying needs of the children
• Ability to relate well to children and enjoy dealing with them
• Fun and Energy when working with children
• Good organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish good relationships with children and staff
• Patience, resilience, tolerance and flexibility
• Ability to treat children’s concerns with respect, tact and sensitivity, whilst always being aware of the limits that are required by confidentiality and the necessary boundaries
• Previous experience is desirable but not essential
Level of English required for this role:
Intermediate English
Times and commitment required for this role
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Minimum time commitment: 1 year
Hours required: 2hrs Weekly
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
Ozanam House, 53 Mountjoy Square West, Dublin 1
Screening details for this role:
- Formal Interview
- Garda Vetting
- Application Form
- Identification Check (photo ID etc…)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Volunteers will be provided with the following supports:
- Support/ advice/ recognition
- Supervision
- Initial induction and training
Age restrictions:
Over 18
Is this opportunity suitable for groups/teams of volunteers?
Yes
Benefits you will receive as a volunteer
Benefits
• Personal development
• The change to contribute towards the development of children to enhance the sense of self-worth and belief
• Opportunity to work in and learn about a community resource centre
Getting there
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