About St John of God Dementia Care (St Joseph’s)
St Joseph’s is the largest care home in Ireland solely dedicated to dementia care – where feelings matter most. Our vision is that our communities can access with ease high quality care and services that are responsive to society’s needs today and into the future. 60 people call St Joseph’s their home and we also provide weekly respite and day care facilities.
If you are interested in volunteering with us but not sure what role will suit you, please contact us by phone: 01 282 3000 or by email: volunteer@sjog.ie
What's Involved
Are you a welcoming hospitable person, do you always have a smile and a kind word for people, and do you have evenings or weekend time free to volunteer? If so you are the person we need! Here at Saint Joseph’s Centre we are looking for volunteers to be our receptionists in the evening and at the weekends. Ideally during the week from 5pm until 7pm and at the weekends we are looking for someone to cover the Saturday and Sunday afternoon ‘shift’ from 3pm to 7pm. We rely on you to welcome families and friends to Saint Joseph’s Centre and to ensure that the residents are safe and secure in their home. You will also answer the phone and transfer calls to staff and residents too!
What's required for this position
Ideally the volunteer will have experience with dealing with the public and you certainly must enjoy people. We would be delighted to welcome you to Saint Joseph’s Centre as our front of house ambassador!
- Personable Skills
- Phone Support/ Information Giver
Level of English required for this role:
Fluent English
Times and commitment required for this role
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Minimum time commitment: 1 year
Hours required: 4hrs Weekly
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
St Joseph's Centre
Crinken Lane, Shankill, Co Dublin
Screening details for this role:
- Garda Vetting
- Informal Interviews
- References
- Application Form
- Identification Check (photo ID etc…)
Volunteers will be provided with the following supports:
- Support/ advice/ recognition
- Supervision
- Initial induction and training
Age restrictions:
Over 18
Is this opportunity suitable for groups/teams of volunteers?
No
Benefits you will receive as a volunteer
This is a great opportunity to meet new people and give something back to the community.
Getting there
St Joseph's Centre is located in Shankill and is accessible by Dart, Bus Nos 7b, 45a, 84, 84a and 145, and by car.
