About Depaul
Depaul is a homeless charity providing accommodation and support through hostels and outreach services. Depaul believes that everyone should have a place to call home and a stake in their community. Our aim is to work with those who are socially excluded and marginalised by providing a quality led service in order to produce the best possible outcomes for those accessing our services. We work in partnership with central and local government, housing associations and other non-governmental organisations such as the society of St Vincent de Paul.
What's Involved
Depaul is seeking volunteers with interests and skills in gardening, to help at our various residential facilities in Dublin City Centre, Tallaght and Finglas.
You can help us to maintain a pleasant environment for our service users, while working with them to develop their own skills, interests and independent living skills.
Utilise your green fingers to make a difference in people's lives!
Time Commitment - 2 hours per week.
What's required for this position
Knowledge of plants, seasons, maintenance and structural issues are an advantage, along with an ability to interact and impart what you know to others
- Architecture/ Design
- Hospitality/ Befriending
- Personable Skills
- Trades/ Operative/ Manual
Level of English required for this role:
Basic English
Times and commitment required for this role
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Minimum time commitment: Flexible
Hours required: 2hrs Weekly
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
Various locations in Dublin City Centre, Tallaght and Finglas
Also available in these counties
Dublin
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
- Reimbursement of expenses
- Insurance cover
- Ongoing training opportunities
Age restrictions:
Over 18
Is this opportunity suitable for groups/teams of volunteers?
No
Benefits you will receive as a volunteer
You will learn about homelessness and the work we do, while being supported to develop your own skills. You will meet and interact with staff and service users from all walks of life, and have opportunities to expand your views and understanding.
Getting there
Public transport - numerous bus routes
