Habitat ReStore Volunteering
Habitat for Humanity (Ireland)
Habitat for Humanity Ireland
Drogheda, Irlanda
Descrição
Volunteers will be involved in a range of activities in Habitat ReStore Drogheda depending on the skills and interest of the volunteer and specific needs of the organisation during the placement. Activities include retail operations such as customer service, supporting with the collecting of donations, displaying of stock, sorting and pricing of donations within the ReStores. There is an opportunity to be involved in helping support volunteers with a learning disability and those with mental health challenges. Volunteers will also support Habitat’s House to Home programme which supports those who have been homeless or at risk of homelessness. This includes painting and decorating. You should note that the work in ReStore and on House to Home is hands-on and can be physically demanding. There may also be an opportunity to engage in Habitat's broader work during the placement, this could include activities such as assisting with the school's work or helping raise awareness.
Comparticipação nas despesas de alojamento, alimentação e transporte
The volunteers will live in shared accommodation in Drogheda. Each volunteer will have their own bedroom, and cooking, living and bathroom facilities will be shared. Volunteers will purchase food and cook own meals - expenses will cover food costs. Volunteers will travel to the ReStore by foot, bike or use public transport if required. If public transport is required, the organisation will cover these journeys. Exact details will be confirmed closer to the time.
Formação durante a atividade
Volunteers will receive induction training on arrival - this will include an orientation to the local area, as well as to ReStore. This training will include ' Understanding Habitat', Health and Safety, Customer Service, and general volunteer information. Depending on the volunteer role, additional training will be provided specific to the tasks to be done by the volunteer. There will be ongoing training and development with the volunteer throughout the placement. If specific training needs are identified, additional training will be arranged.
Perfil do participante
We are looking for volunteers with good level of English, and keen to work as part of a team. Our volunteers must be flexible, willing to learn as well as being good at using their initiative. Volunteers must enjoy working with people of all ages, gender, backgrounds and abilities.
Datas da atividade
A total of 26 week(s) during the period 06/01/2025 to 31/12/2025
Local da atividade
Donore Road, Drogheda, Irlanda
Tipo de atividade
Voluntariado individual
Procuramos participantes dos seguintes países
Alemanha, Bélgica, Czechia, Dinamarca, Eslováquia, Eslovénia, Espanha, Estónia, Finlândia, França, Grécia, Hungria, Itália, Noruega, Polónia, Portugal, Ucrânia, Áustria
Temas da atividade
Environment and natural protection
Education and training
Employment and entrepreneurship
Shelter
Data-limite para a apresentação de candidaturas
Prazo de candidatura: 30/11/2024 01:00