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With Help Comes Hope

Volunteer

Be a friendly face on the river.

It is demanding work. Late nights, all weathers. But you will never do it alone, and welfare support is there for every volunteer. Not one for the patrols? We need committee and admin help too.

On the patrols

Walk the bridges and quays on Friday nights, 10pm to 2am. Full training and gear provided. You will be part of a team, always.

Training givenWelfare support

Behind the scenes

Help with committee work, fundraising, admin and events. Vital support that keeps the patrols running, with no late nights required. We are recruiting non-active committee roles at our August AGM, social media, admin, fundraising, treasurer and secretary.

Flexible hoursRemote-friendly

How to join

From first hello to your first patrol.

Becoming a patrol volunteer is a step-by-step process. It protects the people we meet, and makes sure you feel ready and supported.

1

Apply

Fill in the short application form below. Taking the time to apply tells us you are serious.

2

Interview

A friendly chat with two committee members to get to know you and answer your questions.

3

Probation

Four to five patrols plus two Friday nights in the crisis centre, always alongside experienced volunteers.

4

Review

A review with the committee, and then you are a full member of the crew.

Training, funded by us. Volunteers complete Vulnerable Adult Safeguarding and suicide-prevention training such as SafeTalk, ASIST or Mental Health First Aid. Where we can, Re-A-Suir pays for it so cost is never a barrier.

Apply to volunteer

Tell us a little about you.

We will be in touch about the next training and induction. There is no pressure and no commitment until you are ready.

Full training & welfare support
Always part of a team
Make a real difference locally

Prefer to talk it through first? Email us at [email protected] and we will happily answer any questions before you apply.

DisclaimerIf you, or any close family member, friend or colleague, has experienced suicide bereavement in the past 2 years, this would preclude you from applying to become a volunteer with Re-A-Suir Waterford. All applicants must also be over the age of 21.When you submit this form, it will not automatically collect your details such as name and email address unless you provide them yourself.
We can only take on volunteers over 21
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