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Community Host & Space Caretaker - RJ, Brazil

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The experience

We are looking for someone to take care of a spacious apartment and welcome guests with attention, responsibility, and sensitivity.

• Cleaning and organizing the apartment (common areas)
• Prepare the space to host visitors
• Welcome and guide guests (including international guests)
• Support in creating meaningful experiences connected to the community
• Connect guests to the activities of the Julio Otoni Community Center


What you offer

24 hours of help per week

Cleaning: Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.

Housekeeping: Help with changing the bed linens and general housekeeping.

Building & Repairing: Help with a wide range of repairs or building.


What you get

2 days off per week

Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely

Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely


Requirements

Intermediate Portuguese and Intermediate English

Over 18 years old

Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)


What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa


Program Details

About the host
Sinal do Vale is a regeneration biohub that operates at the intersection of nature, community and human development.
In Rio de Janeiro, we are also responsible for managing the Julio Otoni Community Center, which serves about 50 children with educational, cultural and social activities.
This opportunity integrates hospitality with purpose and social impact, connecting visitors to real experiences in the territory.

The experience
This is not a traditional tourist experience.
You will:
• Live in a real community context in Rio de Janeiro
• Connect with a community center that serves 50 children
• Build bridges between visitors and the local community
• Practice hospitality with purpose

What you receive
• 🏡 Accommodation in the apartment you will take care
• 🍽️ Access to the kitchen
• 🌍 Immersive experience in a community context
• 🤝 Connection with social impact initiatives
• 🌱 Insertion into the Sinal do Vale network

Desired profile:
• Organized and committed to cleanliness and space maintenance
• Welcoming and with good communication
• Proactive and autonomous
• Sensitive and respectful of community contexts
• Interest in education, social impact or community experiences
• Speak Portuguese and have some knowledge of English and Spanish

Note: the photos refer to the Sinal do Vale headquarters and not to the space related to this vacancy


Activities & Shift

Hours and days
• 4 to 5 hours per day
• 5 days a week
• 2 days off