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Career Break Opportunities

Many  people come to a point in their lives when they might want to take a career break. They may look for a change or find that they look for a life more meaningful, than their present situation. Camphill can really benefit from people that bring life experience, a certain maturity and idealism. Talk to us regarding different opportunities, that exist.

We are particularly interested to hear from people with relevant or transferable experiences, such as social care, social work, farming, horticulture, crafts or other experience. Our communities will assist with training, supervision and mentoring to ensure that the new experience is a positive one.

Please Note Shortterm refers to vacancies with upto 1 year commitment

Vacancies

1 Lifesharing Live-In Short Term Volunteers for 12 months From 15 Aug 2023

Camphill Community Kyle is a small sized community in the South east of Ireland , County Kilkenny.  Kyle is land-based and a residential facility for 16 adults with various support needs. We are looking for enthusiastic people who have an interest in community life and in supporting individuals throughout their daily life. Kyle has a team of health care proffessionals who together with volunteers create a healthy and friendly environment. Kyle has a small farm and  garden as well as craft workshops and training programmes on-site. Some activity like hydrotherapy, swimming, outdoor pursuit or educational programmes like woodwork and art education programmes are off site. Volunteers live in the same house as the residents.

We provide induction and training to all successful applicants for the volunteer positions. 

We would like that our volunteers will stay for a period of 12 months in the Community

 

 

 


There's no qualification required for a volunteer position, however good written and spoken English skills are required. Applicants should be enthusiatic, sociable, enjoy spending time with others and be able to work as part of a team.  FFor non EU nationals - please be aware that a Preclearance authorisation and or Visa needs to be applied for from the Irish Department of Justice, perparation and application process can take 5 - 6 months or more.       

Period: Minimum 1 year Minimum Age 18
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For more info contact: Noortje van Deursen Noortje.vanDeursen.National@camphill.ie

4 Lifesharing Live-In Short Term Volunteer From 15 Aug 2023

We are looking for motivated, energetic and responsible volunteers interested in joining our life-sharing community to live and work alongside adults with support needs.

You will join a vibrant young team young adults from many different countries. The role involves living in a household in the community together with adults with support needs, supporting them in their day to day needs and work life. This role would best suit empathetic, caring and responsible people with a strong sense of commitment. Good English is essential and preference is given to those who can commit for the full year.

Please do get in touch with us personally to explore more about the role, we are very happy to answer any questions that you may have.

A keen interest in adults with special needs is required. An interest in social care, art, music, farming/gardening, homemaking or a specific craft is an advantage. English language is a key requirement. Full training and induction into the role will be provided as well as mandatory external training. Reflective supervision is provided on a one to one basis at regular intervals.


For non EU nationals - please be aware that a Preclearance authorisation and or Visa needs to be applied for from the Irish Department of Justice, perparation and application process can take 5 - 6 months or more.     

Period: Minimum 1 year Minimum Age 18
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For more info contact: Noortje van Deursen Noortje.VanDeursen.National@camphill.ie

2 Lifesharing Live-In Short Term Volunteers From 01 Sep 2023

We are looking for motivated, energetic and responsible volunteers interested in joining our life sharing community to live and work alongside adults with support needs.

You will join a vibrant young team of about 8 young adults between the ages of 18-24 from many different countries. The role involves living in a household in the community together with adults with special needs, supporting them in their day to day needs and work life. This role would best suit empathetic, caring and responsible people with a strong sense of commitment. Good English is essential and preference is given to those who can commit for the full year.

Please do get in touch with us personally to explore more about the role, we are very happy to answer any questions that you may have.


A keen interest in adults with special needs is required. An interest in social care, art, music, farming/gardening, homemaking or a specific craft is an advantage. English language is a key requirement. Full training and induction into the role will be provided as well as mandatory external training. Reflective supervision is provided on a one to one basis at regular intervals. Previous personal or professional experience engaging with individuals with an Intellectual Disability will also be considered an advantage.  

Period: Minimum 1 year Minimum Age 18
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For more info contact: Noortje van Deursen Noortje.vanDeursen.National@camphill.ie

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