About Inner City Helping Homeless (ICHH)
ICHH currently feed up to 100 rough sleepers in the Dublin area at night. At ICHH we strive to provide Dublin's rough sleepers with a frontline service of hot drinks, food, sleeping bags, clothing advice and support.
Inner City Helping Homeless was formed in November 2013 to combat the ever growing homeless crisis that was clearly evident across the city of Dublin.
What's Involved
Please note: recruitment of new volunteers on hold due to Covid-19
Volunteers are required to be part of a team providing outreach services one night out of five from 10.45pm to 1.15am. This involves being part of a team, distributing hot drinks and food to the homeless on the north and south side of city. This task is carried out on foot.
Further information about Inner City Helping Homeless
What's required for this position
Empathetic - Non-Judgemental - Friendly-Good Listener
- Advocacy/ Lobbyist
- Community Development/ Social work
- Personable Skills
Level of English required for this role:
Intermediate English
Times and commitment required for this role
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Minimum time commitment: 1 year
Hours required: 4hrs Weekly
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
Dublin 1 -2
Other location details:
Dublin inner City and immediate surrounding areas
Screening details for this role:
- Garda Vetting
- Informal Interviews
- References
- Application Form
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
Is this opportunity suitable for groups/teams of volunteers?
Yes
Benefits you will receive as a volunteer
Volunteers will benefit by being part of a team and participating directly with those affected with homelessness.
