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
We need skilled barbers, hairdressers, beauty therapists etc. to help our service users get ready for Christmas.
While these volunteer roles are available all year round, they are especially important in the lead up to Christmas when many people may be meeting family members they haven’t seen in some time and feeling and looking their best gives them a huge boost.
A haircut or a beauty treatment is more than just the simple act of cutting hair or applying products. For some people it can mean a boost to their confidence, a feeling that someone is taking an interest in you, a chance for social interactions.
Something as simple as a haircut, a facial, or getting your nails painted can mean the world to someone who has very little.
What's required for this position
Hairdressers or barbers, students with some experience are welcome.Must have their own kit.
Beauty therapists, or people with an interest and some experience in simple beauty treatments.
- Fitness/ Health/ Beauty
- Personable Skills
Level of English required for this role:
Basic English
Times and commitment required for this role
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Minimum time commitment: Once Off
Hours required: 2hrs Once off
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
Dublin 1, Dublin 8
Screening details for this role:
- Informal Interviews
- Identification Check (photo ID etc…)
Volunteers will be provided with the following supports:
- Support/ advice/ recognition
- Supervision
- Reimbursement of expenses
- Insurance cover
Volunteers with the following challenges will be supported in this role
- Mental Health Difficulties
Age restrictions:
Over 18
Is this opportunity suitable for groups/teams of volunteers?
Yes
Benefits you will receive as a volunteer
Volunteers at Christmas will know that they have helped brighten the lives of a group of vulnerable people.
