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
Tasks:
• To use the recipe information already in place and/or to think of recipes with your teaching partner or together with the group, and to share this with the group one week in advance
• To source and purchase the ingredients needed to undertake the classes, these will be funded by the centre
• Participate in cooking and come to the aid of the participants
• Inform participants about healthy cooking, nutrition, cooking on a budget and shopping skills
• Introduce new members to the group and ensure all members are included and engaged in the activity
• To attend team meetings and training days if/when possible
• To follow the policies and procedures of Ozanam House (which can be found in the induction pack or in the office) as well as the Cookery Centre Health & Safety Policies in place.
• Other general responsibilities in the context of the role as agreed with the co-ordinator
What's required for this position
Skills, Experience & Qualities Required
• Interest in cooking
• Ability to relate well to people and enjoy dealing with them
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Self-confidence and general ease with other people
• Excellent communication and
interpersonal skills – vital in a supportive role
• Good organizational skills
• Good level of English
• High motivation and engagement to be a volunteer over a longer period of time
• Commitment to the ethos of volunteering and a community based initiative
- Community Development/ Social work
- Education/ Training
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 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?
No
Benefits you will receive as a volunteer
• Personal and professional development
• Sharing knowledge that can help others enrich their lives
• To be part of a progressive and energetic team supporting others to improve their lives
Getting there
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