📝 Detailed information
💼 What the programme involves
Support SEN individuals in their development of autonomy, initiative and technical skills (among others) which enable them to be integrated in the society and find a job. The volunteers play an important role in this social, soft and technical skills development process.
Support (SEN) students in order to help their learning and inclusion (Decree Law 54/2018), according to their needs, expectations and potential: in the classroom, outside the classroom; during break/lunch contexts; outdoors activities and in their PIT (Individual Transition Plan). They also cooperate in the process of helping young individuals from low social economy backgrounds and with learning and behaviour disorders to become better citizens.
Support the staff of the Multidisciplinary Team – in the Learning process in different contexts: in the classroom; outside the classroom; where their presence is needed.
🏠 Accommodation on site
They will be accommodated in twin rooms in a modern 3 room flat, fully equipped, 500 meters away from our association. During the week, they will have the meals at the canteen where they can choose between fish meal, meat, diet/vegetarian meal. They will be given a monthly allowance and the fixed monthly amount for Pocket money. Local transport for specific activities or to go to the different building of our association will be provided to the volunteers, using our dedicated buses or by taking a lift with any of our collaborators.
🎒 Leisure activities
During the first week, after their arrival, the volunteers will participate in group dynamics together with the mentor in order to get to know each other better and avoid conflict among them. Development of social and intercultural skills is also foreseen during this training as well as a good integration in the community, letting the volunteers knowing the local and regional habits, cultural aspects, festivities, etc.
Knowledge and competences in working with individuals with special needs and also some training on bio/organic-farming will also be organized before they start their work.
⚠️ Requirements
The Participant profile: Motivated volunteers for working with international groups, responsible, with enthusiasm and interest in sharing their own culture and to work in teams. Flexibility in changing or developing situations is essential, as well as an ability to work with young individuals with special needs. English language or communication skills are of advantage. Another important aspect is the capacity of the volunteer to work with SEN young individuals, be inclusive and being prepared to learn how to deal with them in specific situations, how to help them overcome some problems and be autonomous.
Deadline: No application deadline
ℹ️ Additional information
Participants are entitled to receive a Youthpass certificate from the organiser, for recognition of their competence development during the activity. Read more about Youthpass:https://www.youthpass.eu/en/
This organisation holds a European Solidarity Corps Quality Label. The Quality Label certifies that the organisation is able to run projects in compliance with the principles and objectives of the European Solidarity Corps.