Volunteer opportunity in coaching and counselling work JYVÄSKYLÄ
Valo-Valmennusyhdistys ry
Jyväskylä, Финландия
Описание
Would you like to support people on their journey toward a more meaningful life? As a volunteer, you’ll work alongside trained professionals and peer experts in various coaching and guidance tasks. Valo is a national association promoting access to learning, employment, wellbeing, and participation. You’ll work with young people and adults who may be experiencing social isolation, gaps in education, mental health challenges, or long-term unemployment. They benefit from patient support, encouragement, and steady routines as they build confidence and new skills. As a volunteer, you’ll help plan, carry out, and evaluate activities based on your interests. Our services support individuals seeking direction in life, offering coaching and personal assistance. The volunteering period is 12 months. Please fill in the application and additionally motivation letter/questionnaire through this link: https://forms.office.com/e/sSN1hhbEee
Настаняване, хранене и транспорт
Valo is the coordinating organisation in charge of all logistical matters. Volunteers will be provided with accommodation in Jyväskylä, either shared or private depending on availability. As an ESC volunteer, you will receive health insurance and monthly pocket money. Meals are covered by the ESC program. Travel costs will be reimbursed based on the travel distance. We aim to ensure a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for participants.
Обучение по време на дейността
Volunteers will receive orientation and continuous support throughout the volunteering period. You’ll train your youth work and coaching skills and regularly reflect on your learning with a mentor. You’ll also take part in on-arrival and midterm trainings organized by the National Agency. On-the-job learning includes youth work methods, communication and social media skills, creative and artistic approaches, nature-based and outdoor activities, as well as games and digital tools.
Профил на участника
We welcome young people aged 18–30 from all backgrounds, including those with fewer opportunities. We’re looking for someone who is motivated, empathetic, open-minded, and willing to learn. No previous experience is needed, just a desire to help others and grow personally. We especially encourage applicants who have: • skills or interest in creative work, arts, or crafts • enthusiasm for nature, physical activity, or outdoor trips • interest or experience in games and digital tools
Дати на дейността
A total of 52 week(s) during the period 02/03/2026 to 26/02/2027
Място на дейността
Väinönkatu 30, Jyväskylä, Финландия
Вид дейност
Индивидуална доброволческа дейност
Търсим участници от
Czechia, Kosovo * UN resolution, Австрия, Белгия, Босна и Херцеговина, България, Германия, Гренландия, Гърция, Дания, Естония, Израел, Ирландия, Исландия, Испания, Италия, Кипър, Латвия, Литва, Лихтенщайн, Люксембург, Малта, Нидерландия, Норвегия, Полша, Португалия, Румъния, Словакия, Словения, Сърбия, Украйна, Унгария, Франция, Хърватия, Черна гора, Швеция
Теми на дейността
Social challenges
Citizenship and democratic participation
Education and training
Краен срок за подаване на кандидатури
Срок за подаване на заявлението: 16/01/2026 16:00
Код на проекта
2025-1-FI01-ESC51-VTJ-000347342