About Aware
Aware is the national organisation providing free support, education and information services to those impacted by anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder and related mood conditions.
What's Involved
Life Skills Online is a free online eight-module programme with an environment
designed to support clients tackling difficulties with low mood. It is specifically
aimed at individuals who are experiencing mild to moderate depression and is
based on the principles of cognitive behavioural therapy.
As a Life Skills Online Supporter, your role is one mainly of encouragement and
support. You are not expected to give advice or suggest solutions to problems. Instead, you aim to encourage clients to stay engaged with the programme and
keep working through the content in as reflective a manner as possible. In
particular, you encourage clients to engage with the activity in each module.
Completing the activities is the best way for clients to gain the most benefit from
each module and really engage with the topic.
Each week the supporter writes
a review message to the client. The review message is based on the client’s
engagement with the programme and the activities shared while addressing any
questions or comments posed by the client.
In carrying out this role each
supporter is trained to support all clients as outlined above while adhering to
Aware’s ethos, policies, and procedures.
The Life Skills Online supporter reports
to the Education and Online Co-ordinator.
Volunteer Information Sessions
An opportunity to learn a bit more about the role and ask questions before submitting an application.
Upcoming online information sessions will take place on:
6 April 2023 @ 18.30 - Register to attend
20 April 2023 @ 18.30 - Register to attend
Time Commitment
Volunteers are required to give a commitment of 3 hours a week for 18 months.
Volunteer Training
Our next training dates in 2023 to be advised.
Further Information
Find out more on our website here
What's required for this position
An Aware volunteer will be empathetic and possess good communication skills, have an ability to take direction and possess enthusiasm and passion for the area of mental health and/or for the work of Aware.
The Aware volunteer must
be respectful of others and understand the importance of being a supportive and flexible team player. They must be willing to make a long term commitment to volunteering with Aware and to participate in mandatory ongoing training.
Volunteers must have access to a computer and reliable broadband connection.
- Computer/ Web/ ICT
- 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: 2 years
Hours required: 3hrs Weekly
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
Virtual online Opportunity
Other location details:
You can volunteer from anywhere in Ireland, if you have good broadband.
Also available in these counties
Dublin, Monaghan, Offaly, Kerry, Galway, Wicklow, Longford, Meath, Kildare, Mayo, Sligo, Louth, Waterford, Westmeath, Wexford
Screening details for this role:
- Formal Interview
- Garda Vetting
- References
- Application Form
Volunteers will be provided with the following supports:
- Support/ advice/ recognition
- Initial induction and training
- Reimbursement of expenses
- Ongoing training opportunities
Volunteers with the following challenges will be supported in this role
- Physical Disability
- Mental Health Difficulties
Age restrictions:
Over 21
Is this opportunity suitable for groups/teams of volunteers?
No
Benefits you will receive as a volunteer
Full training provided. Ongoing support. Development of skill set. References provided upon completion of required period of service. Out of pocket expenses covered. Experience of working with a national organisation.
