About Ozanam House Community Resource Centre
Ozanam House is a community project operated by the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul, working directly with people in need through an action-oriented programme, attempting to effect positive change through social justice. Our work primarily involves person-to-person contact. Throughout the year we run childcare, youth, adult education and community programmes.
What's Involved
The Homework Club offers students from the inner city an opportunity to find a quiet space to do their homework. Not only do we offer them this space but we also offer them support in completing their homework.
Tasks will include:
• Attend the Child Protection Training session
• Provide support for the children and their learning
• Be a role model for the children
• Supervise the group alone or together with other volunteers
• Motivate and encourage the children to learn
• To attend meetings and training days if/when possible
• To follow the policies and procedures of Ozanam House which can be found in the induction pack or in the office
• Other general responsibilities in the context of the role as agreed with the co-ordinator
What's required for this position
• Understanding of various learning styles and abilities
• Ability to address the varying needs of the children
• Ability to relate well to children and enjoy dealing with them
• Fun and Energy when working with children
• Good organizational skills
• An accepting and non-authoritarian approach
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish good relationships with children
• Patience, resilience, tolerance and flexibility
• Ability to treat children’s concerns with respect, tact and sensitivity, whilst always being aware of the limits that are required by confidentiality and the necessary boundaries
• Previous experience is desirable but not essential
- Education/ Training
- Personable Skills
- Youth/ Childcare
Level of English required for this role:
Fluent English
Times and commitment required for this role
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Minimum time commitment: 1 year
Hours required: 3hrs Weekly
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
Ozanam House Resource Centre, 53 Mountjoy Sq West, Dublin 1
Screening details for this role:
- Formal Interview
- Garda Vetting
- Application Form
- Identification Check (photo ID etc…)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
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
• Personal development
• The chance to contribute towards the development of children to enhance the sense of self-worth and belief
• Opportunity to work in and learn about a community resource centre
Getting there
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