Job Details
Youth Worker Assistant - Community Employment
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City of Dublin YMCA -
Ref: #CES-2398800 -
Community Hub, 53 Aungier Street, Dublin 2, D02 CH96 -
No of positions: 1 -
Community Employment Programme -
19.5 hours per week -
Community Employment Programme Rates
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Published On: 23 Jun 2025 -
Closing On: 04 Aug 2025
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.
Duties
This is a developmental opportunity, no experience necessary. Accredited training will be provided to support your career.
This is a Community Employment position. Working 19.5hrs per week, if eligible through the DSP. Interest must be expressed through your local Intreo Office. Certain criteria is needed in order to be eligible for this position. This criteria can be found on www.welfare.ie The YMCA Dublin Youth Services team caters for young people from the age of 10-24. The team actively engages with young people in the local community to support both the young people and their families. Successful candidates will report to our Youth Work Coordinator and will work with the Youth Services team. As well as working with YMCA Dublin colleagues to drive projects forward and to bring the best out in people in line with the YMCA’s ethos and mission. This is a Community Employment Scheme position working 19.5hrs per week, Monday - Saturday. Location: Aungier St. Dublin The Youth Services Assistant will work with young people, adult volunteers and will also be involved in working with parents and liaising with other members of the YMCA Dublin team. YMCA Dublin are excited to provide an individual in gaining quality work experience and certified training in order to have a successful career in the Youth and Community Sector. This three year phased scheme will include: Year 1: Employment induction and fundamentals in youth work Year 2: QQI qualifications and targeted learning Year 3: Further responsibility with tasks, work placement, CV and interview preparation All the above opportunities are aimed at increasing skill and knowledge in the area in order to gain a full time career in Youth Work. The successful candidate will need to have a genuine interest in the Youth and Community Sector. You should be able to demonstrate the following key skills: Good planning and time management skills Good team working skills High level of motivation and the ability to work on your own initiative Excellent communication and interpersonal skills The person will have the ability to empathise with, support and motivate young people. Basic computer skills. Key Responsibilities: Engaging with young people appropriately during youth clubs or one to one mentoring sessions. Acting as a positive role model. Developing and facilitating activities with the young people Supervising the young people on trips. Working with team members to plan weekly programmes and daily activities. Assisting in completing daily handover and attendance Undertaking practical training in youth work, play work, child protection etc. Any other duties related to the delivery of YMCA Youth Services. To abide by YMCA Policies and Procedures, including Child Protection and Health & Safety. Further information: The post holder will work 19.5 hours per week. Continuous training will be provided. Laptop provided. Working hours will be over afternoon, evenings and weekends. Flexibility will be required
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