About Foroige - Sligo Branch
Foróige is the leading youth organisation in Ireland and has been working with young people since 1952. Our purpose is to enable young people to involve themselves consciously and actively in their development and in the development of society.
We work with over 50,000 young people aged 10-18 each year through volunteer-led Clubs and staff-led Youth Projects. Foróige currently operates in 26 counties in Ireland, with 614 Foróige Clubs, 160 Youth Projects, the Big Brothers Big Sisters mentoring programme, the Foróige Youth Entrepreneurship programme, our Youth Citizenship and Youth Leadership programmes.
Foróige works with all young people through our general services. Foróige Clubs, Foróige Juniors, Foróige Interest Clubs, Foróige Youth Cafés encourage young people to take responsibility for themselves and to be part of shaping the world around them while developing their talents, skills and abilities. We also work with vulnerable young people who require additional support through a full range of targeted services.
What's Involved
Expanding Our Volunteer Team for Summer/Autumn-Winter 2016 Opportunities:
As a Foróige volunteer you will help provide a space for young people where they can socalise and enjoy sports, music, games, get-togethers or other activities that youth are interested in.
We currently require the help of new volunteers for the following opportunities:
C.R.I.B. Volunteer- supervising/helping out The C.R.I.B. Drop-In Centre, summer activities, various programmers through September –December (Zumba, cookery classes, games night, social skills, music club, please contract The C.R.I.B. for further information)
*Guitar Instructor* - We require an experienced musician or music-expert to plan and provide guitar lesions to a group of young people in a secure & relaxed environment. Role descriptions available on request.
What's required for this position
An interest in working with young people perhaps a general interest in Sports/ games/ Drama/ Music/Passion or Skill to share. Good Communication and Interpersonal skills. Patient, Reliable and Committed. Interest in Sports and Fitness and activities enjoyed by young people.
- Arts/ Music/ Drama
- Education/ Training
- Personable Skills
- Youth/ Childcare
Level of English required for this role:
Intermediate English
Times and commitment required for this role
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Minimum time commitment: Flexible
Hours required: 4hrs Weekly
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
The C.R.I.B. Rockwood Parade, Co. Sligo.
Other location details:
The C.R.I.B. Rockwood Parade, Co. Sligo.
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
Opportunity to exercise and develop valuable skills in leadership, facilitation and mentoring •An excellent to share a skill or hobbie of interest in a fun and relaxed environment. •To be apart of a exciting,vibrant youth organisation.
Getting there
The C.R.I.B. Rockwood Parade, Co. Sligo.
