About The Society of St. Vincent de Paul - Sligo Branch
We are a voluntary organisation who believe everyone should have the means to live life with dignity. SVP provide help to people, whoever they are, wherever they are from, whatever their religion or beliefs. Our core activity involves visiting people in their homes. Our work is to connect, support and serve people with kindness, courtesy, respect and acceptance of the person we visit and confidentiality. To do this work we have strict procedures some of which include, Garda vetting, training, membership id etc
What's Involved
1. Helping those in need as part of a local group called a SVP Conference
2. Visiting families or individuals in need of befriending and/or financial support
3. Some administrative tasks as required
What's required for this position
A good listener; personal and social skills;
Times and commitment required for this role
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Minimum time commitment: 6 months
Hours required: 1hrs Weekly
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
Various locations within Sligo Town and county
Other location details:
Different conference areas within Sligo town and throughout County Sligo including Grange, Strandhill, Riverstown, Tubbercurry, Ballymote, Ballisodare and Collooney.
Also available in these counties
Sligo
Screening details for this role:
- Garda Vetting
- Informal Interviews
- References
- Application Form
Volunteers will be provided with the following supports:
- Support/ advice/ recognition
- Initial induction and training
- Insurance cover
- Ongoing training opportunities
Age restrictions:
Over 18
Is this opportunity suitable for groups/teams of volunteers?
No
Benefits you will receive as a volunteer
An opportunity to work for social justice and contribute to their personal development through meeting with and befriending those in different forms of need.
Getting there
By car or on foot within Sligo Town
