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One to One Support for Domestic Violence

LIFELINE Inishowen (Domestic Violence Service)

About LIFELINE Inishowen (Domestic Violence Service)

Lifeline (Inishowen) Domestic Violence Service provides a community response offering a first step to support women and children in Inishowen who are experiencing domestic violence. At all times, the service is ‘woman centred’, providing invaluable support at a time when the woman is likely to be under huge emotional, psychological and financial pressure. Where family might be unwilling to become involved, Lifeline (Inishowen) provides constant support to the woman.

What's Involved

To provide support for a person who needs to attend Court. To accompany the person to Court. To be supportive and have empathy with the person. To drive the person to and from the Court To maintain confidentiality about the process.

What's required for this position

Confidentiality.Empathy. Clean driving licence and own car.

  • Community Development/ Social work
  • Drivers
  • Hospitality/ Befriending
  • Personable Skills
  • Youth/ Childcare

Times and commitment required for this role

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Minimum time commitment: 3 years +

Hours required: 4hrs

Other Details

Location of volunteering opportunity:
Inishowen

Screening details for this role:

  • Formal Interview
  • Garda Vetting
  • References
  • Application Form

  • This opportunity is posted by:
  • Volunteer Centre: Donegal
Volunteer Ireland is delighted to acknowledge the support of:
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