About Ruhama
Ruhama is a national voluntary organisation based in Dublin that works to provide frontline supports to women affected by prostitution and victims of sex trafficking. We offer a range of confidential and non-judgemental services including outreach, advocacy, education and development programmes and counselling.
What's Involved
- Carry out 3 outreach shifts per month, at least one weeknight and one weekend night (Fri or Sat), and attend monthly team meeting (last Weds of each month)
- Provide non judgemental, non directive support and information to women regarding other services available within Ruhama
- Perform Outreach in accordance with Van Outreach Guidelines and Health and Safety Procedures
- Record appropriate data and submit Outreach Van Forms to Ruhama Administrative Staff
- When possible notify your supervisor at least 48 hours if you cannot attend a rostered shift
- Participate in training and supervision provided
Further information about volunteering with us is also available on our website here
What's required for this position
- Good listening skills
- An interest in women’s issues
- Empathetic
- Non judgmental and non directive
- A full driving licence and access to a car
- This role is only open to women
- Advocacy/ Lobbyist
- Community Development/ Social work
- Phone Support/ Information Giver
Level of English required for this role:
Basic English
Times and commitment required for this role
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Minimum time commitment: 2 years
Hours required: 10hrs Monthly
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
30/31 Camden Street Lower, Dublin 2 D02EC96
Also available in these counties
Dublin - South Dublin County
Screening details for this role:
- Formal Interview
- Garda Vetting
- References
- Application Form
- Identification Check (photo ID etc…)
Volunteers will be provided with the following supports:
- Support/ advice/ recognition
- Supervision
- Initial induction and training
- Insurance cover
- Ongoing training opportunities
Age restrictions:
Over 18
Getting there
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