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
- Teach an adult sewing class beginner and intermediate sewing skills
- In conjunction with the group develop specific projects of interest
- To notify your supervisor at least 24 hours in advance if you cannot attend an appointment
- Attend team meetings
- Participate in training and supervision provided
- Be part of creating a safe environment for the client in Ruhama
- Report your volunteer hours and progress to supervisor on a monthly basis
Closing Date for 2018 Applications:
Closing Date for Volunteer Application forms is the August 20th 2018.
Further information about volunteering with us is also available on our website here
What's required for this position
- A qualification and / or excellent knowledge of sewing and how to complete sewing projects
- Ideally group work facilitation skills from a community development perspective
- Experience working with vulnerable / marginalised groups an advantage
- Flexibility and an understanding of the Community and Voluntary Sector
- Arts/ Music/ Drama
- Community Development/ Social work
- Education/ Training
- 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: 2 years
Hours required: 2hrs Weekly
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
25 Cork Street Dublin 8
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
- Reimbursement of expenses
- Insurance cover
- Ongoing training opportunities
Age restrictions:
Over 18
Is this opportunity suitable for groups/teams of volunteers?
No
