🇨🇿 ESC Volunteering in Czechia 🧠 Mental Health Centre Support and Art Therapy 🎨

Description

Come to Třinec and become a volunteer at Jordán! Jordán is a center for individuals who have experienced psychiatric treatment. The mission of this placement is to enhance the lives of service users, helping them learn to live normal lives despite their mental illness, and to positively influence societal perceptions of people with mental health challenges. Activities: As a volunteer, your main responsibilities will involve participating in various activities organized by the center. During your initial months, you will receive guidance as you engage in all center activities, including: - Morning meetings where clients share their feelings - Themed clubs (literature, geography, music) - Workshops - Sports activities - Group therapy sessions with a psychiatrist - Activities with horses - Memory training exercises - Art therapy workshops, such as ceramics and other creative forms To find out more about this project, please visit our website www.intervia.cz.

Accommodation, food and transport arrangements

💸 Volunteer with us – Costs Covered! Thanks to the European Solidarity Corps, most of your expenses are sorted: - Private bedroom in a shared flat 🛏️ - Food allowance: 4200 CZK (~170 EUR)/month 🍽️ - Pocket money: 7 EUR/day 💰 - Travel covered: Flights & daily commute ✈️🚗 - Only pay for your own free-time activities 🎨🎢 Focus on the adventure, the experience, and making a real difference! 🌟

Training during the activity

🌟 Say YES to Volunteering with Slezská Diakonie! Join a vibrant group of international volunteers dedicated to bringing light to those in need. ✨ You will: • Engage in meaningful activities and outreach programs 💛 • Impact the community 🌍 • Build unforgettable experiences and friendships 🤝 You’ll participate in training seminars to support your growth, guided by a coordinator and supervisor. Slezská Diakonie fosters a safe environment where every volunteer feels valued and part of something bigger. Step in, make a difference, and embrace the adventure - together as a community! 🌈

Participant profile

If you’re between 18 and 30, open-hearted, eager to grow your professional skills, and excited to embrace new experiences, this project is made for you! 🌟 PREFERRED PERSONAL TRAITS: - Proactive in working with people and learning the Czech language - Responsible and reliable - Ability to work both in a team and independently - Patience, empathy, and tolerance Additionally, it would be an advantage if you play a musical instrument.

Activity details

Activity type

Individual volunteering

Activity dates

From 15/01/2027 to 31/08/2027

Location

Hraniční 280, Třinec - Kanada, Czechia

Deadline

15/11/2026

Project code

2026-1-CZ01-ESC51-VTJ-000401530

Topics

Looking for participants from

30 countries can apply. The activity takes place in 🇨🇿 Czechia.