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ESC Volunteering

The European Solidarity Corps (ESC) is a European Union initiative which creates opportunities for young people to volunteer or work in projects in their own country or abroad that benefit communities and people around Europe. The European Solidarity Corps brings together young people to build a more inclusive society, supporting vulnerable people and responding to societal challenges.

It offers an inspiring and empowering experience for young people who want to help, learn and develop. Dublin Simon Community hosts ESC volunteers for between 9-12 months each year, this is administered by Léargas.

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Our ESC Volunteering Programme

What is the age limit to participate in the ESC Programme?

ESC volunteering is open to people between 18 and 30 years.


For details please visit the European Solidarity Corps website by clicking below




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What to expect as an ESC Volunteer at Dublin Simon

ESC volunteers are currently based in our Long Term Supported Housing services supporting the work that we do. ESC volunteers assist in the delivery of social programmes, life skill interventions and meaningful activities for our residents. ESC volunteers are supported through their personal and professional development through the provision of a range of training, support and supervision and mentoring.
What's Involved

How do I sign up to be an ESC Volunteer at Dublin Simon?

In order to become an ESC volunteer you must register with a sending organisation. ESC sending organisations are non-governmental organisations/associations, local/regional authorities or other non-profit initiatives active for example in areas of social, cultural, environmental, community or youth work. You can find a list of sending organisations on the European Youth Portal. You can also email us at FTV@dubsimon.ie for more information.
European Youth Portal

Why join our ESC Volunteer Programme

In-depth induction and on-site training

Guidance and mentoring

TUD accredited Certificate in Volunteering

Food, accommodation and weekly allowance

ESC Volunteer Chiara

My name is Chiara, I’m from Germany and am a full-time volunteer at Riversdale, Dublin Simon’s high support accommodation for over 55’s. I wanted to gain professional experience in the social work field before starting college and chose to come to Ireland during my gap year to take part in the volunteer programme at Dublin Simon. The volunteer programme provides useful training courses, covering topics such as addiction and mental health. Additionally, we are encouraged to improve our practical working skills and have the fantastic opportunity to acquire a CPD certificate in volunteering at TU Dublin.

Getting involved in the social activities that are organised at Riversdale such as baking, creative writing and gardening helped me to learn so much about our clients, who come from different backgrounds and have different life stories. As a volunteer at Dublin Simon, I always felt extremely welcome and part of the service team. I consider my fellow volunteers as my second family in Ireland. We support each other, share our cultures, have international brunches, and go on trips together. Over the past few months, I have made unique memories with individual clients and colleagues which I will always remember fondly.

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For more information on full-time volunteering contact the volunteer office on (01) 635 4814 or email ftv@dubsimon.ie

Full Time Volunteer Application Form

Full Time Volunteering Form

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We feel that it is of vital importance to keep all of our volunteers informed about Dublin Simon Community as a whole and that volunteers have access to information about the organisation. We communicate with our volunteers on an on-going basis via email, post or phone. We invite volunteers to attend organisational events and to actively participate in shaping the future of the organisation. If you choose to be contacted for these purposes, your name, email address, phone number and home address (based on your preference) will be shared with fundraising and they may contact you depending on your interests.

References

Please provide contact details of two referees who would be in a position to assess your skill, knowledge and aptitude for this post, preferably previous employer(s) or people who know you in a professional capacity. We only contact references in the case you are successful at interview stage and we will ask your permission again before we do this.
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The information on this form will be used for the purposes of processing your application for the position of full time volunteer. If you are successful this form will be held on file for 3 years after your placement end date. If unsuccessful, it is stored for 1 year, as we use this to track the recruitment process and for statistics.