vois - volunteer in israel

About

 

VOIS – Volunteer in Israel - is an official program of the Ministry of Labor, Social Affairs and Social Services of the State of Israel.

1,000 volunteers from 51 countries come each year to volunteer in VOIS social service placements in Israel.

VOIS Volunteers help Children and adults with autism, physical & cognitive disabilities, Youth at-risk , Elderly & Holocaust survivors.

Volunteering placements are based all over the country from north to south. Placements include daycare centers, residences, occupational centers, shelters, community centers, and more. Constant guidance and support is provided by the social workers and professionals in the placements. There are between 2-20 volunteers in each placement. Each placement cares for a specific population.

Who volunteers?

Young adults taking a gap year, students seeking experience in the field of social services, retired individuals or couples, and anyone with an interest in experiencing Israel while making a difference!

Volunteering in Israel is a wonderful way to engage with the local culture and make a real change in people's lives.

  • What would you do?

    • Support staff in daily routine.
    • Assist in creative & occupational workshops.
    • Help in paramedical treatment.
    • Give one-on-one personal attention.
    • Share your own skills and ideas.

  • What do we provide?

    Accommodation* | Allowance | Meals

    Laundry | Transportation | Trips

    Hebrew classes | Insurance**|

    Mentorship | Professional training |

    Official Certificate | Volunteer Visa

    * Conditions vary from placement to placement

    ** Covering accidents during volunteering

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  • What do we request?

    • Above 18 years old.
    • Conversational English.
    • 35 hours/week, 6-12 months.
    • Purchase your flight ticket.
    • Goodwill and enthusiasm

  • What do you need?

    • Complete application forms.
    • Obtain health insurance*
    • Medical declaration (in English).
    • Clear criminal record + Apostille (in English).
    • 2 recommendations.

    * Contact us to know of local insurance options

Volunteers stories

Volunteers stories

  • Neli, 21 , Finland

    I arrived to Israel to volunteer in Aleh.

    My first week here has been full of new experience so far so I can´t wait to make many new ones.

    People have been amazing and I´m really excited to learn more about this culture here. 

  • Fernanda, 35, Brazil

    I love Israel and decided to give one year of my life to volunteer with autistic people in Jerusalem. 

    I like the people, they are wonderful! I also love Jerusalem and all its history!

     

    The Autistic friends I work for are very intelligent and talented.

    They love art! And I'm really glad they like me, because I love them all!

  • Ilona, Caech replublic

    I like volunteering in Alyn Jerusalem with kids.

    This work really fills me. We take care of them and are doing different activities too.

    I am also happy to work with other colleagues who work here.

     

    This cooperation improved me a lot, including language development.

    Everybody has very nice attitude. I am happy for this experience.

  • Michele, 40, Brazil

    I'm in Alut in Raanana and I find it marvelous!

    I like the friends, the other volunteers and all the hostel's staff, who show a true concern about the friends well-being

    I feel truly blessed for this experience in Israel, especially because above all, I love my job in the hostel. 

    Gradually I learned some Hebrew and yesterday I even got a card to join the local library.

    All the Israeli on the streets are really kind and warm to me, making all the efforts to give me directions and to answer my questions.

    I love Israel people!

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FAQ

Anyone over 18 can apply!

 Volunteers assist people with special needs personally and in groups.

Volunteers support the professional staff in their daily routine, workshops and in paramedical treatment (physiotherapy, speech therapy, and occupational therapy).

In some placements, work is early morning until early afternoon, in others, noon until evening, or in a split manner

There is a variety of placements all over Israel from north to south, in over a 100 different locations!

Placements are multi-age residential care, elderly homes, occupational centers, community centers, and boarding schools.

Volunteers do not replace staff, but support them in giving extra care.

When you apply, you can select your preferences.

This depends on need, availability and application type (individual or via recruitment organizations). In the case of a mismatch, it is possible to move to another placement.

Our program is long term oriented since most of the populations in our social care placements require long term care.

Volunteering service is 5 days a week, for a total of 35 hours per week, between 6-12 months. 

Yes. You will have 2 days off each week, in addition 2 days off each month and 4 days around Christmas and New Year's.

Israel is a small country, so this time can easily be used to visit all the exciting sites in Israel.

VOIS is fully supervised and managed by the Ministry of Labor, Social Affairs and Social Services of the State of Israel.

Through the experience of volunteering in social services, you will engage in challenging yet rewarding work that will help you explore your best and will stay with you for the rest of your life.

Contact Us

 

Are you a volunteer? Are you a recruitment organization? Please contact us:

Email: vois@molsa.gov.il

Are you a volunteer?

For VOIS applications, contact: Mrs. Ilana Turevsky-Assaf

Department of Volunteer Services

ilanat@molsa.gov.il | +972 (0) 2-5085442

 

Are you a recruitment organization?

For VOIS international relations, contact: Mrs. Nili Berg-Sacks

Department of International Relations

niliber@molsa.gov.il | +972 (0) 2-5085490

 

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