About this role
YMCA Dublin provides after school activities to young people aged 5 years - 18 years. To increase accessibility of these services, YMCA Dublin is seeking to fill a Community Employment Driver position who will drive to partner schools and agreed locations, and collect the service users to bring them to the YMCA Hubs. The driver will also complete collections and drop offs as required for services and events throughout the year. The successful applicant will be required to complete Garda Vetting prior to starting employment. Key Responsibilities: Collections and drop offs of local children & young people as each service requires. Positive engagements with young people and children and ensure they have a positive experience while transporting to/from the service. Carrying out safety checks on all internal and external aspects of the vehicle. Ensure the vehicle is clean internally and externally, cleaning regularly. Preparing the vehicle for the annual car test. Assisting in room set ups prior to service provision, where needed. Completing ad hoc maintenance tasks in both DeVerdon and Parkside Hubs including but not limited to; plumbing, painting, carpentry, & electrical. Routine inspections of both DeVerdon and Parkside Hubs. Complete deep cleaning tasks as required. Employment Details: Hours: 19.5 hours per week (part-time) Schedule: Term time: Monday - Friday: Afternoons 12pm - 4pm. Flexibility required outside of term time, eg: Half Terms, Easter & Summer. Hours may differ during school holidays. Location: Dublin 13 & Dublin 17. DeVerdon Place as primary location with Parkside as second working location. Support: Access to training and employment support. Eligibility: Applicants must be eligible for Community Employment under DSP criteria Personal and Professional Attributes: Holds a valid and clean drivers licence (Categories B-D) Time Management Good communication skills Great interpersonal skills Ability to engage and work well with adults, young people and children alike.. CE Scheme Skills