Social Service Volunteer (FSJ/BFD) in Lima, Peru
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Explore FSJ and BFD social service volunteer placements in Lima with Voluntariado.de. Support children, older adults, and community services.
Salary
PEN 1,750 per month
Location
Lima, Lima Province, Peru
Employment type
Contract
Workplace
Not provided
Social Service Volunteer (FSJ/BFD) in Lima, Peru
PEN 1,750 per month
Job description
Take a purposeful break and make a difference. Voluntariado.de invites applicants to explore a social service volunteer placement through the Freiwilliges Soziales Jahr (FSJ) or Bundesfreiwilligendienst (BFD). This opportunity may suit people taking time before or after university, considering a career change, or looking to contribute to a meaningful cause.
Volunteer areas
Choose a placement in one of several social service fields:
- Childcare and education: Support children in daycare centers, schools, or youth centers.
- Older adult care: Spend time with and assist older adults in residential facilities or day centers.
- Inclusion and disability support: Help people with disabilities in their daily activities.
- Health and social services: Assist in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, or community meal programs.
What Voluntariado.de offers
- Visa application guidance and support throughout the process.
- Monthly allowance (Taschengeld).
- Meals and/or a housing allowance, depending on the placement.
- Discounts on public transportation for volunteers.
- An official certificate that can support your resume and may be recognized for university or vocational training (Ausbildung).
- Ongoing seminars for learning and connecting with other volunteers.
- Language support to help prepare for an official German-language certificate.
- Full social insurance coverage.
Requirements
- Empathy, social commitment, and a willingness to learn; prior experience is not required.
- FSJ applicants: ages 18–26. BFD is open to all ages, including applicants over 27.
- English proficiency is valued. German at A1–A2 level is preferred; language support is offered.
Position details
- Employer: Voluntariado.de
- Location: Lima, Lima Province, Peru
- Work arrangement: On-site; not remote eligible
- Compensation: 1750 per month
- Job type: Internship
Explore this social service volunteer opportunity in Lima and find a placement where you can learn while contributing to the lives of others.