About Victim Support at Court
Victim Support at Court or V-SAC is the only voluntary service in Ireland dedicated solely to court accompaniment for victims of crime, their families and witnesses. We are at the forefront of delivering a high quality court accompaniment service within the Irish judicial system.Our services are free and available to anyone who has been a victim of crime
What's Involved
Victim Support at Court or V-SAC is the only voluntary service in Ireland dedicated solely to court accompaniment for victims of crime, their families, and witnesses. We are at the forefront of delivering a high-quality court accompaniment service within the Irish judicial system.
Hearing days are every Tuesday afternoons (12.30pm to 3pm) and Wednesday (10am to 4pm) for Blanchardstown District Court. Volunteers are only required during the duration of court sittings.
Our services are free and available to anyone who has been a victim of crime. Our trained volunteers provide:
Someone to talk to in confidence during the hearing
Information about An Garda Síochána and court procedures
Referrals to other organisations/ sources of support
Information about victims’ rights and information on other sources of help
What's required for this position
Volunteers must be able to provide a non-judgmental listening ear for the victim. Empathy & confidentiality are most important and awareness of and adherence to the boundaries of the role.
Empathy and a willingness to support victims of crime
Excellent listening, communication, and interpersonal skills
Flexibility, reliability and willingness to travel
Self-motivated
Comfortable working independently
Possesses the ability to work in very busy or quiet environments
Ability to follow guidelines and represent the charity in a positive manner
Common sense approach
Light administration
1 year commitment
- Hospitality/ Befriending
- Personable Skills
- Phone Support/ Information Giver
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: 6hrs Weekly
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
Blanchardstown District Court, Grove Road, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15.
Screening details for this role:
- Informal Interviews
- References
- Application Form
- Identification Check (photo ID etc…)
Volunteers will be provided with the following supports:
- Support/ advice/ recognition
- Supervision
- Initial induction and training
- Reimbursement of expenses
- Ongoing training opportunities
Age restrictions:
Over 21
Benefits you will receive as a volunteer
• A volunteer handbook & professional training • Regular support & supervision • A chance to meet & help people from all walks of life and to work with a dedicated, active circle of volunteers • An opportunity to make a difference to people’s lives
