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
• Teach basics on how to use a sewing machine, curtain making, cushion covers, cross stitch, tie backs and others
• To support the tutor to prepare the class in advance
• To consult the service users when planning activities
• Deliver safe, fun and creative Dress Making classes, sensitive to the needs and abilities of participants
• Take class attendance on a daily basis
• Responsibility for overall set up and tidy up as well as maintaining a tidy press storage area
• Supervise the group with first priority in their safety
• Participate in the class and come to the aid of the participants
• Introduce new members to the group and ensure all members are included and engaged in the activity
• 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 tutor and co-ordinator
What's required for this position
• Experience and skills in Dress Making
• A keen interest in Dress Making
• Experience in Group Instruction or teaching preferred but not essential
• Patience, resilience, tolerance and flexibility
• Ability to relate well to people and enjoy dealing with them
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Self-confidence and general ease with other people
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills – vital in a supportive role
• Good organizational skills and basic administration skills
• Intermediate level of English
• Experience with adult learners of mixed learning capacities is an advantage but not essential
• High motivation and engagement to be a volunteer over a longer period of time
• Commitment to the ethos of volunteering and community based initiative
- Arts/ Music/ Drama
- Education/ Training
- Personable Skills
- Trades/ Operative/ Manual
Level of English required for this role:
Intermediate 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:
Ozanam House, 53 Mountjoy Sq West, Dublin 1
Screening details for this role:
- Formal Interview
- Garda Vetting
- References
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Volunteers will be provided with the following supports:
- Support/ advice/ recognition
- Supervision
- Initial induction and training
- 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 and professional development. Sharing knowledge that can help others enrich their lives. To be part of a progressive team supporting others to improve their lives. Opportunity to work in and learn about a community resource centre
