Children and Youth Services Volunteer
City of Dublin YMCA
Dublin 13, Irland
Beschreibung
YMCA Dublin is currently recruiting a full-time children and youth services volunteer to join our team. The position is funded by Leargas, under the European Solidarity Corps programme. YMCA Dublin focuses on empowering children and young people by providing opportunities for personal, social, educational and emotional development, through our integrated services model, underpinned by trauma-informed, play-inspired and strengths-based practice. This is achieved through a variety of clubs and activities such as cooking & baking, drop-ins, sports, summer camps, mentoring, homework clubs, training, facilitated peer support groups and junior leadership. Title: Children and Youth Services Volunteer. Location (s): Parkside, Dublin 13 & De Verdon Place, Dublin 17. Hours: This is a full time post of 37.5 hours per week to start 12th October 2026 until 1st September 2027. Hours of work will typically include afternoon and evening hours. Occasionally weekend work will be required.
Beitrag zu Unterbringung, Verpflegung und Reisekosten
This is a voluntary position funded by the European Solidarity Corp. The volunteer will receive an allowance of €400 every two weeks, which includes daily pocket money of €11, plus an additional food and travel allowance. Accommodation will be provided by YMCA Dublin, with rent and utilities fully covered. All approved international travel costs will also be reimbursed.
Fortbildung im Rahmen der Tätigkeit
The volunteer will receive training for their position from the YMCA Dublin. They will also receive residential training from Leargas to support the volunteering experience. This training typically takes place in Dublin and includes volunteers from around Europe. All expenses for the training are covered. The volunteer will receive regular support and supervision sessions with their supervisor and will also be appointed a mentor.
Teilnehmerprofil
To be eligible for this opportunity, candidates must meet the following criteria: Be aged between 18 and 30 years old. Have good communication skills in English. Demonstrate a strong interest in working with children and young people. Be motivated by the principles of the European Solidarity Corps, including a commitment to social inclusion, solidarity with marginalised communities, and a desire to help build a shared European identity. Have not previously participated in a European Solidarity Corps project. Be reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently. Possess strong teamwork and interpersonal skills. Have good IT skills, with a solid working knowledge of Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive, etc.) an advantage. Be willing and able to commit to the full duration of the project. Skills in any of the following areas are an asset: arts and crafts, sports and exercise, music, STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics), or cooking.
Wann
Von 12/10/2026 bis 01/09/2027
Wo
YMCA Dublin, Parkside Dublin 13 & De Verdon Place, Dublin 17, Dublin 13, Irland
Art der Tätigkeit
Individuelle Freiwilligentätigkeit
Gesucht werden Teilnehmer/innen aus
Italien
Themen der Aktivität
Health and wellbeing
Education and training
Physical education and sport
Bewerbungsfrist
Bewerbungsfrist: 15/08/2026 19:00
Projektcode
2026-1-IE01-ESC51-VTJ-000402617