COMMUNITY EMPLOYMENT SCHEME (CE SCHEME)
Ability West sponsor a Community Employment (CE) scheme. The role of a CE project is to provide a meaningful work programme and training plan for each participant. The Ability West scheme has approval for 36 participants.
If you would like to know more, please get in contact with Breda Kerins, the CE Scheme Supervisor (details below).
CURRENT VACANCIES
Instructor's Aid – Team Day Service, Tuam
Instructors Aid - St. Joseph's Training Service, Cedar Court, Tuam
Instructor's Aid - Docas Day Service, Glenamaddy, Co. Galway
Human Resources Administrator - Blackrock House, Salthill, Galway
Maintenance Assistant - Ability West, Portumna
Maintenance Assistants – Tuam
Instructor's Aid - Turas Nua - Day Service – Tuam
CE JOBS FOR PARTICIPANTS & LOCATIONS
Administration Assistants - Galway City
Job Coaches - Galway City
Secretary – Galway City
Instructors Aid – Portumna, Clifden, Glenamaddy, Tuam, Ballyglunin & Galway City
Maintenance Assistants - Portumna, Clifden, Tuam & Galway City
Kitchen Assistant – Galway City
Supervisor – 1
Assistant Supervisor - 1
OBJECTIVES OF COMMUNITY EMPLOYMENT
The aim of CE is to enhance the employability and mobility of disadvantaged and unemployed persons by providing work experience and training opportunities for them within their communities. In addition, it helps long-term unemployed people to re-enter the active workforce by breaking their experience of unemployment through a return to work routine.
The CE Scheme is funded by the Department of Social Protection. The Department’s priority in supporting CE is having access to schemes that can provide jobseekers and other vulnerable groups with good quality work experience and QQI training qualifications &/or Industry Standard Training to support their progression into employment.
Breda Kerins
Ability West CE Schemes Supervisor email bredak@abilitywest.ie.
ELIGIBILITY
Eligibility to participant on CE is generally linked to those who are 21 years or over and applicants must also be in receipt of a qualifying social welfare payment for 1 year. In some cases the qualifying period can be less than 1 year, it is always advisable to check eligibility with a local Intero Office.
PARTICIPANT DEVELOPMENT
Participant development is the central feature of CE. This includes development opportunities provided through the project work programme and education and training provided under the training budget. The supervisor will identify the development and training needs of each participant on the project and the participant progression options.
CE VACANCIES
All CE vacancies are advertised on the jobs Ireland website. Further information can be obtained from Breda Kerins – CE Supervisor 087 6751415, bredak@abilitywest.ie
PARTICIPANT’S EXPEREINCE – Siobhan Jones
Time on the CE Scheme – HR Administration Assistant
The HR team ‘met me where I was’ when I started the CE Scheme, I felt like I was part of the team from the first day. They were open to flexibility around me working Monday, Wednesday and Friday.
I learnt through observation, shadowing and ongoing training, the team went above and beyond to ensure the necessary training and invested time in me to guarantee a successful outcome.
There was constant reassurance from the CE Scheme Supervisor and Assistant Supervisor. My self-confidence really improved- inspired by the kindness and encouragement from my colleagues at Ability West.
Progression into employment – Clerical Officer HR Dept. Ability West
During Core training I knew I wanted a career in HR, I was asked what area of HR I would like to learn more about? I said Core, and today I am in the process of being trained in Time and Attendance.
I have a degree in Social Care Practice and knew that Social Care is the area where I would thrive. I secured funding through the work place adaption grant for an adjustable desk.
I really enjoy the work involved in HR. The team recognised my willingness to learn, dedication and that I work best in a team.
6 months into the CE Scheme I was included in HR Meetings, I would give regular updates regarding on-boarding. My opinion was valued and my feedback was appreciated.
Siobhan Jones
Siobhan Jones
…started on a CE Scheme and has now progressed to a full-time role in HR
Anthony Gilmore – Maintenance Assistant
Anthony has worked as a maintenance assistant in Portumna with Ability West since 2020.
He provides maintenance support across 4 services including St. Dypmna’s Day Service, St. Joseph’s Training Service, Shannon Respite and Bridge Residential Service.
He performs general repairs, painting, garden maintenance and general care taking duties. He is working towards the Horticulture Level 4 Major Award.
Anthony Gilmore
Maintenance Assistance on CE Scheme