About Dublin 12 Disability Social Group
Dublin 12 Disability Social Group is a volunteer led, Community Development Project with a focus on Disability. Our Aims:
• Increase the level of social Participation of Disabled People living and working in Dublin 12.
• Address the issues of physical and social Barriers which prevent access to community facilities for disabled people living and working in Dublin 12
What's Involved
Do you have a few hours to spare on a Thursday afternoon (1.00pm to 4.30pm) and like to get more involved in the local community? We are looking for at least two volunteers, male and female, to help with games, arts and crafts and organising social occasions.
As a Drop-in Support Volunteer you will:
• Support staff to set up & set down the Drop-in space.
• Support participants to take full part in Drop-in activities.
• Support event coordination
We are also looking for Social Activities Volunteers. Are you interested in:
Chess
Playing Cards
Playing Music
Storytelling
What's required for this position
• The ability to work with People living with disabilities
• Respect for individual needs and ways of working
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work from own initiative
• Strong work Ethic
• Friendly nature
- Arts/ Music/ Drama
- Community Development/ Social work
- General Admin/ Office Support
- Hospitality/ Befriending
- 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: 6 months
Hours required: 4hrs Weekly
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
Crumlin Village, Dublin 12
Screening details for this role:
- Garda Vetting
- 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
- Insurance cover
- Ongoing training opportunities
Volunteers with the following challenges will be supported in this role
- Mental Health Difficulties
Age restrictions:
Over 18
Is this opportunity suitable for groups/teams of volunteers?
Yes
Benefits you will receive as a volunteer
• Working in a warm & friendly environment.
• Working to Make the Dublin 12 area more inclusive space
• Gaining work experience; in working alongside People with disabilities.
• Working as part of a team
Getting there
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