Starting November 1, Hushu House will open in Amsterdam-Zuidoost. Hushu means: Help Us Help U. This is a place where people with or without residence papers can receive information and support.
The Red Cross Amsterdam-Amstelland plays a coordinating role in this. Various organizations in Amsterdam Zuidoost collaborate to warmly welcome these individuals, listen to their stories, and answer their questions. They also provide support and refer them to other organizations if needed. Hushu House also offers warm showers, a place to wash clothes, rest areas, and courses. Hushu House is open during the day on weekdays.
If you enjoy being the first person to welcome visitors, the Hushu team is looking for you!
What Will You Do?
● Welcome people to the location.
● Listen to visitors at Hushu House.
● Direct help requests to partners or other volunteers.
● Assist with services, such as making beds or helping with the washing machine.
● Prepare and serve coffee, tea, and snacks.
● Ensure the location remains clean and tidy.
● Create a friendly and trusted atmosphere.
What Do You Bring?
● Proficiency in English or Dutch. Knowledge of another language, such as Arabic, Farsi, French, Portuguese, Spanish, Twi, or Tigrinya, is helpful.
● Good communication skills and an open attitude.
● Enjoy working with people from diverse cultures and handle cultural differences well.
● Maintain calm and act effectively in tense situations.
● Available for at least one half-day (4 hours) per week for a minimum of one year.
What Do We Offer You?
● Opportunity to attend training sessions.
● Important work that helps people facing difficulties.
● A friendly team of volunteers and staff.
● Informal meetings to meet other volunteers.
In the Hushu House we operate based on seven fundamental principles: humanity; impartiality; neutrality; independence; voluntary service; unity; universality.
If you want to start at the opening in November 2024, please respond to this vacancy as soon as possible using the application button!
We would like to get to know you.