Volunteer

Description

Big Brother Big Sister matches a young person (10-18 years), in need of friendship and support, to a caring adult volunteer mentor. They meet once a week, for an hour or two, and the initial commitment is for one year. The E-Mentoring programme is a combined approach of online and in person meetings. Weekly meetings include activities that they both enjoy like sports, computers, music, art and craft etc Through these weekly meetings a friendship is formed.

Matches are of the same gender and are supported by professional staff.

Volunteering as a Big Mentor will allow you to develop a friendship with a young person, share common interests, encourage them to meet their goals and also give you the opportunity to have fun and try new things.

If you would like to apply, please complete the application form via this link  https://foroige.tfaforms.net/f/bbbsvoleoi?tfa_459=a0T5J000000cOmX  

Is training provided?: Yes

Please note that Garda Vetting is required for this position which will be processed with you after you apply.

Tasks that the volunteer(s) will be expected to undertake:

Information Session

Application Form

Interview

References

Garda Vetting - Identification Check 

Induction and Child Protection Training

Skills required for this role:

The volunteer must have Personable Skills - Listening, empathetic, fun, humour

An interest or experience working within Youth work / Education / Childcare sector

The volunteer mentor should be outgoing & friendly with a positive outlook. They should also have good communication & interpersonal skills.

The volunteer must have lived in Ireland for at least 12 months.

Details of time commitment needed for role:
Day of Match meets are agreed with Young Person and Volunteer

Minimum time commitment per week:
1 hour p/week

Additional screening required for this role:
Application form, Interview, Garda Vetting, References, Training