R?IDH SUPPORT WORKER (OUTREACH)- YOUTH SPACES
ORGANISATIONAL CONTEXT
YMCA Dublin has been working with young people in Dublin City for over
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education, family support, community childcare and community
employment. To support our services, we run two social enterprises ?
YMCA Gym and YMCA Childcare in Aungier Street.
As a central aspect of our strategic plan, we have the aspirational
goal of establishing at least 3 new community spaces in the coming
years. These will provide purpose built facilities offering a wide
range of community activities and facilities, including high quality
childcare.
JOB PURPOSE
R?idh programme is intended for young people who have left education
early or are struggling with unemployment in Dublin.
R?idh will develop a non-formal learning context, where learners
experience a course tailored to their individual needs. These learning
outcomes reflect the reality that each young person has a different
starting point and onward journey.
The R?idh support worker will work alongside the R?idh Coordinator
in all aspects of ensuring the effective running of this innovative
pilot programme.
Secondly, they will also play a vital part of the OutReach team
reaching out to disengaged young people in the local community. This
role is part of the Youth Spaces team, reporting to the Youth Spaces
Management.
OutReach streetwork is intended to provide support and aims to build
relationships with all groups of young people, including those
traditionally hard-to-reach. OutReach is a perfect avenue for engaging
with young people and showcasing the additional support YMCA Dublin
offers and in this instance a means of referral into the Reidh
programme.
YOU SHOULD BE ABLE TO DEMONSTRATE THE FOLLOWING KEY SKILLS:
* Strong planning, organisational and time management skills
* Strong team working and interpersonal skills
* Strong project management skills
* High level of motivation and the ability to work on your own
initiative
* Excellent drafting and written communication skills
* Excellent communication skills - written, verbal, and digital
* The person will have the ability to empathise with, lead and
motivate adults and young people (**Apply on the website** - **Apply
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* The successful candidate will have a good understanding of the
group work process and will also be able to work with individuals in
setting personal goals/developing a personal learning profile.
* The person will have an ability to develop creative programmes
* Non Judgemental approach.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* To assist in the running, facilitation, measurement and review of
the R?idh programme.
* To be a part of the OutReach team working in and around the local
area networking and engaging with disengaged youth.
* To ensure that the programmes as delivered reflects the values and
ethos of YMCA Youth Work, as detailed in the Mission Statement and
Youth Work Policies/Procedures.
* To be responsible for the upkeep of resources and materials
required.
* To complete administrative duties associated with delivery.
* Building relationships with young people, to encourage and inspire
as a positive influence in their lives.
* Supporting young people to become active leaders in their
community, and ensuring that they remain engaged and involved;
* Work alongside the Youth Work Team and the Youth Spaces Management
in community outreach and engagement, particularly with disadvantaged
groups.
* To identify any additional needs or issues our young people are
facing.
* Provide support and a listening ear to groups and individuals
* To participate in team meetings and supervision involved in the
programmes.
* To represent the YMCA at various online events and training.
* Any other duties related to the delivery of YMCA Youth Work
* To abide by YMCA Policies and Procedures
* Serve as an advocate for young people at all times
PROVEN EXPERIENCE:
Third Level Education is desirable and preferably the postholder will
have a third level qualification in the area of youth/community work,
education, social sciences or other related field. The post-holder
will have had a minimum of one years experience working with young
people in a similar setting to YMCA.
We also welcome applications from candidates who can demonstrate
relevant skills developed through professional work experience.
YMCA Dublin is an equal opportunities employer and considers qualified
applications without regard to gender, sexual orientation, gender
identity, age, social experience, race and ethnicity, disability,
civil and family status, religious belief and membership of the
Traveller Community.
SALARY: ?**Apply on the website**,**Apply on the website** annually.
TERM: 1 year contract, fixed term.
ANNUAL LEAVE: **Apply on the website** days (inclusive of 2# YMCA
leave days: Good Friday & Christmas Eve)
HOURS OF WORK: **Apply on the website**.5 not including breaks
CHILDCARE: **Apply on the website**% discount
Applications are invited by way of a cover letter & CV to: **APPLY ON
THE WEBSITE**
Closing date for applications is: August **Apply on the website**th
Interviews will be held in person the week of August **Apply on the
website**nd
ANTICIPATED START DATE: September **Apply on the website**th **Apply
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We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
