European voluntary Service in social work (residential group)
VSD Verbund sozialer Dienste gGmbH
Verbund sozialer Dienste gGmbH
Bad Essen, Germania
Descriere
Verbund Sozialer Dienste (VSD) operates in the field of child and youth welfare in the area surrounding Bad Essen, near Osnabrück. Its subsidiary, Dialog, manages decentralized in-patient residential groups within the German child and youth service system. These groups are housed in attractive buildings where children live in small, family-like settings. With nearly 50 years of experience, Dialog has developed expertise in providing therapy for attachment disorders and addressing the effects of trauma. By participating in the European Solidarity Corps (ESC) program, we aim to offer children and young people valuable insights into different cultures. Volunteers contribute by sharing aspects of their own cultural backgrounds, fostering openness and understanding of other cultures and ethnic groups. This cultural exchange adds variety to daily life and promotes tolerance within the community.
Cazare, hrană și transport
We prioritize the well-being of our volunteers and offer comprehensive support and guidance before, during, and after the project. Ensuring you feel comfortable and valued is important to us, which is why we have established a well-structured support system. We respect individual dietary preferences, carefully consider food intolerances, and take proactive steps to meet your needs. Meals are provided at the workplace, and the full meal allowance will be paid in full. Transportation costs will be reimbursed upon submission of proof of purchase.
Formare pe durata activității
To further enhance the experience, we also offer opportunities for personal and professional development, including workshops, skill-building sessions, and guidance on navigating the local culture and administrative systems. Volunteers can participate in networking events to connect with local organizations and other volunteers, fostering collaboration and exchange. Additionally, we provide ongoing feedback and support to ensure that volunteers not only succeed in their roles but also gain valuable insights and skills for their future endeavors.
Profilul participantului
The participants should be socially engaged and open to new experiences, with a genuine willingness to work with disadvantaged children. Prior knowledge in social work or psychology is an advantage. Ideally, volunteers should be able to remain composed in crisis situations. It is expected that volunteers approach training and learning opportunities provided by the hosting organization to handle crises with an open mindset, while maintaining a strong commitment to staying connected with the children. Additionally, volunteers are encouraged to share aspects of their own culture with the children, fostering cultural exchange. Tasks: The volunteers support the work of the educators in the residential group. So they get an insight into the everyday life of the group and also into therapy and how to deal with attachment disorders and traumatization. In addition to that the volunteers participate in the leisure activities of children and adolescents. The volunteers also participate in the preparation and realization of group trips and experience-oriented offers. If possible (depending on the German language skills) the volunteers also help with homework. General tasks of household management (grocery shopping with the children, helping clean the rooms) are also included.
Datele activității
A total of 52 week(s) during the period 01/09/2026 to 31/08/2027
Locul activității
Burgstraße 3/5, Bad Essen, Germania
Tipul de activitate
Voluntariat individual
Se caută participanți din
Albania, Austria, Belgia, Bulgaria, Cehia, Cipru, Croația, Danemarca, Estonia, Finlanda, Franța, Georgia, Grecia, Irlanda, Italia, Kosovo * UN resolution, Letonia, Lituania, Luxemburg, Malta, Moldova, Polonia, Portugalia, România, Slovacia, Slovenia, Spania, Suedia, Turcia, Ungaria, Țările de Jos
Temele activității
Social challenges
Education and training
Creativity and culture
Data-limită pentru înscriere
Nu există termen-limită pentru trimiterea cererii
Codul proiectului
2025-1-DE04-ESC51-VTJ-000347829