Administration/Community Worker Assistant - WPEP Scheme - Gay Project CLG
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Application Details
This Work Placement Experience Programme provides Participants with an opportunity to gain meaningful work experience, learning and training while on the programme. This programme is for jobseekers who are in receipt of qualifying social welfare payments and those transferring from a social welfare scheme or an ETB Training Allowance.Your eligibility for this programme will be verified by the Department as part of the application process.
Job Description
This placement role is designed as a shadowing and learning opportunity, where the successful candidate will work alongside an experienced staff member in Gay Project. The focus of this placement is on building confidence and skills in Community Work, gaining experience in group facilitation support, developing interpersonal skills, and working directly with the LGBT+ community.
The role will also provide the opportunity to develop administrative and organisational skills by assisting with day-to-day tasks within the organisation.
This role will include assisting with:- Supporting the facilitation of groups and community activities
- Shadowing an experienced employee in Youth & Community Work
- Assisting in the preparation of workshops, meetings, and events
- Greeting and engaging with service users in a professional and welcoming manner
- Administrative tasks such as filing, scanning, photocopying, answering phones, and data entry
- Supporting correspondence and general office duties
- Assisting with the organisation and promotion of LGBT+ community initiatives
These tasks will be carried out under the supervision of an experienced team member, ensuring support and guidance throughout the placement.
Role Description
This is a training and work experience opportunity; no prior experience in this role is necessary. Accredited and/or sector recognised training will be provided to support your placement. Participants are eligible to participate in the WPEP QQI Work Experience Module, which was developed by the Education & Training Boards in collaboration with the Department of Social Protection.This optional module will fulfil your accredited training requirements for the WPEP.
Formal Training:- HSE Land Training
- Manual Handling
- Fire Training
- Supporting group facilitation
- Shadowing experienced Community Workers
- Working with and supporting members of the LGBT+ community
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- General administration duties
- Event and activity preparation
- Sector:
- Not Required
Candidate Requirements
Essential- Minimum Experienced Required (Years):