About Dublin Local Group
The Dublin Local Group provides a much needed community service in the Dublin area by painting and decorating the homes of people whose standard of living has fallen below the norm and who are financially or physically unable to carry out the work themselves.
What's Involved
Would you like to get more involved in your local community?
Our work is done on Saturday mornings from 9.30am to 1pm. It involves some preparatory cleaning and the painting of ceilings, walls and woodworks.
Length of time required: 3.5 hours fortnightly, on 2 Saturday mornings per month.
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What's required for this position
* Some experience in painting/decorating and small household repairs welcome but not mandatory
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
* Good time keeping
* Be respectful of volunteers, clients and their homes
- Personable Skills
- Trades/ Operative/ Manual
Level of English required for this role:
Basic English
Times and commitment required for this role
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Minimum time commitment: 6 months
Hours required: 3hrs Fortnightly
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
Dublin various locations
Screening details for this role:
- Informal Interviews
- References
- Application Form
Volunteers will be provided with the following supports:
- Support/ advice/ recognition
- Supervision
- Initial induction and training
- Insurance cover
Age restrictions:
Over 18
Benefits you will receive as a volunteer
The rewarding feeling of brightening and improving the living environment of people in just a few hours. The chance to contribute towards the local community. The opportunity to work with a strong volunteer group of willing able men & women. Meet people.
Getting there
Most jobs take place within the Dublin City catchment area. Volunteers with transportation can go directly, those without can avail of a lift from city centre whenever necessary.
