Youth Work Assistant in City Centre - CE Scheme - Limerick Youth Service

Limerick Youth Service; Limerick; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local youth service organization in Limerick is seeking a Youth Work Assistant for a developmental opportunity. You will support activities and events at the Youth Café, acting as a positive role model for youth. No experience is necessary as training will be provided. Ideal candidates should have some IT knowledge and a willingness to assist with cooking duties on occasion.

Benefits

Accredited training

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• No experience necessary; a developmental opportunity.
• Accredited training will be provided to support your career.

Responsibilities

• Supervise activities at the Youth Café.
• Assist in planning and organizing events.
• Provide positive role modeling for young people.
• Occasional light cooking duties.

Skills

Supervision of activities

Event planning

Role modeling

Basic cooking

IT knowledge

Job description

Eligibility

Eligibility to participate on CE is generally linked to those who are 21 years or over and in receipt of a qualifying social welfare payment for 1 year or more, or 18 years and over for certain disadvantaged groups. Your eligibility will have to be verified by the Department.

To register your interest you can contact an Employment Personal Advisor (EPA) in your local Intreo Centre.

Applicants should supply suitable character references and be prepared to complete a Garda vetting application form.

Job Description

This is a developmental opportunity; no experience is necessary. Accredited training will be provided to support your career.

Predominantly based in our Youth Café, you will work alongside senior Youthworkers and the youth café committee, involved in the supervision of activities, planning and organising musical and cultural events, and being a supportive and positive role model for young people who frequent the café. Some light cooking duties may be required on occasion. IT knowledge is an advantage.

Duties

• Supervision of activities at the Youth Café
• Assist in planning and organising musical and cultural events
• Supportive and positive role modelling for young people
• Light cooking duties may be required on occasion
• IT knowledge is an advantage

Application Method

To apply for this vacancy, please use the following reference: CES-2413737 – Youth Work Assistant in City Centre. Full eligibility details are available on request.

How to register your interest

To register your interest, note the scheme reference number and contact an Employment Personal Advisor in your local Intreo Office.