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Jugendwerkstatt Störtebekerpark (Youth Workshop)

Paritätischer Wohlfahrtsverband Niedersachsen e.V.

GPS Wilhelmshaven

Wilhelmshaven, Germany

Description

The Jugendwerkstatt Störtebekerpark is aimed at young people facing difficult life situations due to their educational, personal or social circumstances. They require special professional guidance, ensuring continuous support in transitioning from school to work or training. In the end, each individual should be empowered to plan his or her career and life path independently. In the Störtebekerpark we offer practical experience and knowledge within the fields of gardening and housekeeping. You are assisting professionals in educational activities and individual support measures. You are motivating learners to participate in qualification offerings and experimental pedagogical activities. You will have the opportunity to independently lead teaching units. Your tasks include preparing the seminar room, providing support in maintaining the outdoor area and preparing meals. You participate in projects such as bonfire evenings or apple festivals and are welcome to bring in your own ideas.

Accommodation, food and transport arrangements

Together with you five international volunteers will spend a year at the GPS. You will live in a shared flat. A German volunteer will be your companion to show you ways how to spend your free time in and around Wilhelmshaven: cultural events, theatre, museums, the beach, a promenade, possibilities for water sports, cafés and bars. Together you‘ll receive tickets for public transportation to explore the region and nearby cities like Bremen or Hamburg. We will pay you a monthly allowance of 180€ and a food allowance of 270€, show you nearby supermarkets and important places to go upon arrival.

Training during the activity

At work a qualified and experienced practical instructor will be your continuous professional guide responsible for induction and integration into the group's daily routine. A personal mentor from our Department of Voluntary Services will be your contact person and regularly stay in exchange with you. She/he is responsible for the pedagogical accompaniment and for your questions and needs. In addition you will be part of our educational seminars together with a group of German volunteers and attend a German language class. At the end of your activity you will get a YouthPass-Certificate.

Participant profile

You‘re the perfect match if you - are interested in social engagement - enjoy working with people with disabilities - can speak German at a basic level - are ready to take responsibility and learn new things - are looking forward to work in a great team - are interested in living at the coast - are vaccinated against measles - can supply a certificate of good conduct Besides an interesting and fun work site with unforgettable moments you'll get - 30 days holiday - pocket money 180€ - supply money 270€ - 27 seminar days - German class - 49-Euro-All-German-Transportation-Ticket each month - Youth PASS Certificate


Activity dates

From 01/09/2024 to 31/08/2025


Activity location

Freiligrathstraße 426, Wilhelmshaven, Germany


Activity type

Individual volunteering


Looking for participants from

Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, North Macedonia, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden


Activity topics

Social challenges

Education and training

Employment and entrepreneurship


Deadline for applications

No application deadline