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VOLUNTEERING (Questions to ask Charity if volunteering (What type of work…
VOLUNTEERING
Questions to ask Charity if volunteering
What type of work will I do?
Any specific skills/qualities required?
Number of hours required
Minimum age for volunteers?
Do I need to be garda vetted?
How long /number of weeks?
Will training be provided?
Will I be working on my own or with other volunteers?
Expectations of a volunteer
Reliability and committment:
Attend induction/training: H&S
Confidentiality:
Flexibility: .
Client respect: respect/treat them with dignity
Refusal to accept benefits
Reporting unethical behaviour-
Be trustworthy
Ethical obligations
reliable and committed
Confidentiality
Refusal to accept benefits
Avoid a conflict of interest
Reporting unethical behavior
respect/treat all with dignity
Be trustworthy/respect
Ensure they have the necessary skills to the job
How to chose Charity
Find out what the organisation does.
What commitment is needed
What Skills are needed
Will the organisation provide transport/clothing/location
Will you meet/work with others developing interpersonal skills?
Is Garda clearance required
Can the voluntary work be used as a reference for a CV?
Benefits to community of charities
They provide services to people they help
create employment /volunteers can upskill.
Young people can get work experience
environment can be improved/tidy towns.
A good community spirit is generated eg tidy towns
Grants can improve local resources or facilities.
Why Business support charity
good public relations/Improves image/sales.
They have the satisfaction of helping /feel valued/giving back
There may be tax advantages.
Personal experience
To allow donation boxes/leaflets/posters/collection points on business premises.
How Business support charity
funding/sponsorship/donation of goods
use of facilities/equipment.
encouraging staff to volunteer CSR
offer advice on management/finance/marketing.