Volunteer

Description

PACE is a community-based agency that has been working with people with convictions for over fifty years.

We are excited to be recruiting Volunteers for our prevention services programme, Circles of Support and Accountability.

Circles of Support and Accountability (CoSA) is a community-based initiative operating on restorative justice principles.  Working in partnership with the Probation Service, An Garda Siochána and other agencies, CoSA assists individuals (Core Members) with convictions for harmful sexual behaviour to live a life free of crime and from harmful behaviour. The aim of the Circle is preventing further victims. 

How do I learn more about Volunteering with CoSA?

If you would like to learn more about becoming a Circles of Support and Accountability Volunteer, please register your interest in attending our Volunteer Information Session by contacting Michael on 087 4194322 (between 9.00am-5pm) or email cosa@paceorganisation.ie  

When:

Contact Michael at cosa@paceorganisation.ie to confirm date of next information session

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:

Overview CoSA Volunteer Role

The role of the volunteer is to provide a community of support and accountability which encourages and supports the Core Member to live a life without causing further harm.

Volunteers are members of the community who have been selected, screened, trained and placed by PACE CoSA.

Skills required for this role:

We are looking for trustworthy, well-balanced people who are committed to the values of restorative justice and the belief in a shared responsibility to protect people in our communities from sexual harm.

To be a CoSA Volunteer you need to be 21 or over / Fluent in English / Have the ability to travel within the greater Dublin area

Volunteers are asked to commit a minimum of one and a half hours per week for 12-14 months. 

Circles can meet on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday evening.

CoSA is funded by the Probation Service.

Minimum time commitment per week:
2 hour p/week