About Step Out Ireland
Step Out Ireland provides a welcoming and safe environment for people to step out of their anxiety and make new connections, thereby increasing confidence and a sense of belonging. We organise support groups which are small and informal with group facilitators to help people to feel at ease.
Our four groups, in Dublin, Galway, Limerick and Cork, have over 400 members. We are working to raise awareness of SAD and its impact on people’s everyday lives. With Step Out Ireland, you have somewhere to go where you are understood, listened to, and valued. We are committed to becoming one of the main pillars of support for people with SAD in Ireland, ensuring that no one with this condition feels alone.
What's Involved
We are currently seeking volunteers to help with facilitating our support groups which take place every 2nd Thursday evening.
The role will involve the following but is not limited to;
1. Greeting persons as they arrive to the group and briefing new attendees of the format
2. Facilitating the groups of attendees and ensure they are staying on track for the session
3. Coordinating with the other volunteers to make sure that the group runs without any issues and others as required.
Volunteers will receive a detailed induction, starter pack, social anxiety support training and ongoing development opportunities during their time with Step Out Ireland.
What's required for this position
No formal qualifications are required for this role. Some of the skills that would be beneficial include but are not limited to; friendly and enthusiastic attitude, ability to work as part of a team, good listener, non judgmental and willingness to support the people that use our support groups.
- Community Development/ Social work
- Event management/ Fundraising
- Personable Skills
Level of English required for this role:
Fluent English
Times and commitment required for this role
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Minimum time commitment: 1 year
Hours required: 3hrs Fortnightly
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
Dublin City Centre
Screening details for this role:
- Garda Vetting
- Informal Interviews
- Application Form
- Identification Check (photo ID etc…)
Volunteers will be provided with the following supports:
- Support/ advice/ recognition
- Initial induction and training
- Insurance cover
- Ongoing training opportunities
Age restrictions:
Over 21
Is this opportunity suitable for groups/teams of volunteers?
No
Benefits you will receive as a volunteer
Volunteers will have the opportunity to provide invaluable face to face assistance to our service users. They will have the opportunity to get involved with other areas of the charity as desired and provide a tangible input in establishing our services.
Getting there
Location is accessible via car, luas and bus services.