Camphill Communities of Ireland
Ballybay Community

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.