We are the Future
Örnsköldsviks kommun
Örnsköldsvik, Sweden
Description
We are looking for a volunteer to work at two youth clubs run by Örnsköldsviks municipality, the culture and leisure department. The volunteer will help in everyday operations, with various tasks such as leading or assisting in various activities for 13–25-year-olds. The aim is to give youth something meaningful to do during their free time, and by getting to know our ESC volunteer they can learn more about Europe and develop a stronger sense of European identity. There is a wide range of possibilities for a volunteer to develop their own ideas and create their own projects, perhaps in the area of arts and crafts, sports or outdoor life, it all depends on their own skills and interests. Our aim is to give our volunteers maximum opportunity for personal growth and we encourage them to bring their own ideas into the project. The volunteer will be working together with, and get support from our youth leaders.
Accommodation, food and transport arrangements
The volunteer will be accommodated in a fully equipped studio apartment located in the centre of town. The apartment has its own private bathroom and a small kitchen area. There is a big, shared kitchen and laundry room that you share with other volunteers and students. You will be given a monthly allowance for food and private expenses. Most things are within walking distance but need to you need to have a driving license to be able to go to one of the youth club which is located in a rural area. We provide training in how-to drive-in winter climate and how to stay safe on icy roads.
Training during the activity
The volunteers will be given opportunity to learn Swedish language through online training and in physical classes. The volunteers are expected to participate in the on-arrival and midterm seminar arranged by the Swedish NA.
Participant profile
We are looking for a volunteer who has some experience in working with kids or teenagers, for example as an activity leader. It is good if you are interested in cultural expressions or sports. We have many visitors with immigrant background so it is a plus if you speak foreign languages such as Arabic. A good level of spoken English is essential. The volunteer needs to have an outgoing personality and a good ability to create solid relationships with teenagers. The volunteer needs to be responsible, helpful and curious. The schedule will include working evenings and possibly also some weekends. Since we are located in the North of Sweden, the applicants must be aware that we have 4 seasons, including a few months of cold and dark climate in winter. We are looking for a volunteer who can participate for one year. Check us out on our social media: https://www.instagram.com/motesplats_23an/ https://www.facebook.com/rodavillan.husum
Activity dates
A total of 48 week(s) during the period 01/10/2024 to 31/08/2025
Activity location
Järnvägsgatan 6, Örnsköldsvik, Sweden
Individual volunteering
Looking for participants from
Activity topics
Social challenges
Physical education and sport
Deadline for applications
Application deadline: 02/07/2024 17:00