This role is on the CE scheme. Eligibility applies and applications are via the Intreo offices.
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. Youth Work provides a fun, safe environment where young people have the opportunity to engage in activities that encourage personal growth, develop life skills through voluntary engagement, and meet new people. As part of this service, we also offer the PlusOne mentoring programme, which provides young people with additional support and guidance through one-to-one mentoring relationships and group mentoring.
The Youth Services Assistant with Detached Specialism will work with young people at a street level and will also be involved in working with referrals and liaising with other members of the YMCA Dublin team both within and outside of the YMCA.
Employment Details
- Hours: 19.5 hours per week (part-time)
- Schedule: Afternoons & Evenings: Wednesday 12:30pm - 6:00pm, Thursday and Friday 2:00pm - 7:15pm & Saturdays 2:00-7:00 Flexibility required.
- Location: Dublin 2 and Dublin 8.
- Support: Laptop provided, regular supervision, access to training
- Eligibility: Applicants must be eligible for Community Employment under DSP criteria
Key Responsibilities Youth Work
- Engaging with young people appropriately during youth clubs or group mentoring sessions
- School provision
- Acting as a positive role model.
- Support in developing and facilitating activities with the young people
- Supervising the young people on trips and outdoor activities.
- Working with team members to plan weekly programmes and daily activities.
- Assisting in completing daily handover and attendance
- Assisting in out of term activities with the young people including trips,events etc.
- Undertaking practical training in youth work, play work, child protection etc.
- Conducting Outreach through walkabouts, community engagement and interactions.
- Any other duties related to the delivery of YMCA Youth Services.
- To abide by YMCA Policies and Procedures, including Child Protection and Health & Safety.
Key Responsibilities Detached Specialism
- Engaging with young people appropriately in non-venue-based settings (e.g., streets, parks, estates) during detached youth work.
- Where possible, link detached contact to school‑based support and referrals to other services that can benefit the young person's social, cultural and health wellbeing.
- Acting as a positive role model in community environments.
- Support in developing and facilitating activities with the young people on their own territory.
- Supervising the young people during off‑site detached sessions.
- Working with the co-ordinator to plan weekly routes and engaging activities that are based on the needs encountered through engagement.
- Assisting in completing the handover.
- Undertaking practical training in Detached youth work, trauma-informed practice, child protection, etc., with a focus on teamwork and street safety.
- Any other duties related to the delivery of YMCA Youth Services in community settings.
- To abide by YMCA Policies and Procedures, including Child Protection and Health & Safety in both centre‑based and detached environments.
Community Employment Programme Overview
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 is a three-year phased Community Employment (CE) Scheme role designed to provide participants with meaningful work experience, on-the-job learning, and accredited training to support progression into long-term employment or further education. The programme includes:
- 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.
Participants receive continuous support, supervision, and mentoring throughout the programme to help build skills, confidence, and readiness for future employment.
Personal and Professional Attributes
- 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.
Application Process
To apply, please contact your Intreo case officer to confirm your eligibility and be referred.
Pay: €286.50 per week
Benefits:
- Gym membership
- On-site gym
Work Location: In person
