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Norwich exhibition marks huge impact of YMCA

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An exhibition which marks the enormous impact of the YMCA across the world over its 175-year history has arrived in Norwich as part of a nation-wide tour.
Pictured above are Cllr Vaughan Thomas, Gerlinde Williams and Tim Sweeting in front of a portrait of Sir George Williams and behind his original desk.

YMCA Norfolk is hosting the 175th anniversary exhibition within the Castle Quarter until February 13 (open from 10am to 4pm).

Opening the exhibition today (February 10), YMCA Norfolk CEO, Tim Sweeting, said: “We are celebrating a milestone in the history of an international movement which is the oldest and largest youth organisation in the world.

“We are also here to remember Sir George Williams who started the YMCA in London back in 1844, at the age of just 23. And I am delighted that we have been joined by one of his direct descendants Gerlinde Williams, whose husband Colin was the great great grandson of Sir George.

“We are also celebrating the work of YMCA Norfolk, which started in 1856.

“This history inspires us to keep going, reminds us that we stand on the shoulders of giants and we are stewards of this great organisation for the next generation which will still need us.”

Cllr Vaughan Thomas, Lord Mayor of Norwich, who was also at the exhibition opening, said: “I have known about the YMCA for many years but there are so many things I have learnt today which I never knew about. It is such a great example of young people making a difference. The YMCA is a paradigm for other organisations.

The exhibition is open from 10am – 4pm – at Castle Quarter, 100 Castle Meadow, NR1 3DD (Ground Floor, opposite YMCA Charity Shop) until February 13.

YMCA interesting facts
  • YMCA staff invented both basketball and volleyball
  • 35,000 YMCA staff and volunteers served during the First World War 
  • Famous YMCA volunteers included Clementine Churchill, wife of Sir Winston Churchill and Princess Helena Victoria (grand-daughter of Queen Victoria)
  • A YMCA volunteer came up with the poppy emblem
  • YMCA has run a huge range of educational opportunities including dental work in Brazil, wrestling in Russia, pruning in Korea, typing in Senegal and health work in China



 

YMCA Norfolk joins the UN’s 2030 Sustainable Development Goals Agenda

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YMCA Norfolk have pledged to launch their plans for sustainable development in the new year, in line with the UN’s 2030 agenda for Sustainable Development.

The UN devised 17 Sustainable Goals at the New York Sustainable Development Summit in 2015, stating the goals are an ‘urgent call for action by all countries – developed in global partnership.’

The aim of the agenda is to recognise that ending poverty must go ‘hand-in-hand with strategies that improve health and education, reduce inequality, and spur economic growth – all while tackling climate change and working to preserve our oceans and forests.’

At the global YMCA 175 event this summer, YMCA World Alliance promoted the SDGs and informed attendees on how YMCA as a whole can be involved in supporting them.

Following this, YMCA Norfolk devised their own ‘SDG’ team, consisting of:

Dale Starbuck – Youth Engagement Worker and YMCA Change Agent

Robert Canniffe – YMCA Norfolk Performance and Impact Officer

Catherine Watling – YMCA Norfolk Staff Health and Wellbeing Officer

James Lamont – Senior Youth Engagement Worker (Housing)

Charlie Wall – Senior Youth Engagement Worker (Communities)

Amy Chenery – Families Team Engagement Worker

Ben Rafalski – Youth Engagement Worker (Housing)

Charlie and Catherine discussed YMCA Norfolk’s movement towards sustainability at the 2019 Annual Celebration on November 7, asking staff and supporters to vote for one of the three sustainable development goals;

  1. Climate Action
  2. No Poverty
  3. Zero Hunger

Following the vote, it was decided that No Poverty would be the focus point for YMCA Norfolk, reflecting the organisation’s approach to equality and goal to end rough sleeping.

Charlie Wall said:

“We are beyond proud to say that we have signed the pledge to be 100% committed to working towards a Sustainable Future. We recognise that working towards small changes will eventually amount to something incredible.

“Keep an eye on YMCA Norfolk’s website and social media for our full SDG plan, launching January 2020.”

Community Engagement Worker

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Position: Community Engagement Worker

Pay: £10.44 per hour

Location: Kings Lynn

Contract Type: Fixed term until 31st March 2021

Hours per week: 15 hours per week

Job Role: 

  • To support the Senior Community Engagement Worker to manage the SOS Project in a safe and responsible manner as stated in the contract. Ensure that a place of safety is available on a Friday and Saturday night for individuals presenting in crisis in Kings Lynn area
  • Further information can be found at – Community Engagement Worker Job Description 2019

The Organisation:

YMCA Norfolk is a great place to work, offering meaningful opportunities to make a difference in the lives of young people. Working at YMCA Norfolk is an opportunity to be a part of an organisation which is challenging, innovative, rewarding and fun! We place young people at the heart of all we do and are committed to building an organisation that is responsive to the needs of young people and our stakeholders.

What you’ll get in return:

  • Death in service benefit of 2 x annual salary
  • Healthshield Health Care Plan
  • Health and wellbeing events and activities
  • Family friendly policies
  • In service training opportunities and bursaries investing in your development
  • Annual staff day and staff awards to celebrate our successes
  • Regular line management and support
  • Staff discount at Stepping Stones Café

What to do next:

For more information on this role, please contact Beth Powell on 01603 340852 or beth.powell@ymcanorfolk.org

To apply, please complete an  External Application for Employment and a Job Application Survey Form and forward along with a copy of your CV to careers@ymcanorfolk.org or by post to Beth Powell, HR / Payroll Officer, 35-37 Exchange Street, Norwich, Norfolk, NR2 1DP

Closing date for applications: Friday 23rd August 2019 at 9am

Interview date: TBC

YMCA Norfolk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Please note the successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check prior to starting employment

Housing Engagement Worker

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Position: Housing Engagement Worker – Central

Pay: £10.44 per hour

Location: Central, Norwich

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours per week: 37.5 hours per week on a 4 week rolling rota – Shifts from 8am to 10pm over 7 days.

Job Role: 

  • To provide an environment for residents with a programme of positive activities, that is safe, supportive and secure, to address the variety of barriers young people face. Ensuring residents feel included in the needs, risk and planning of the service they will receive, to move through a pathway to more independent living. Whilst on duty, to provide support to other staff in the service and to ensure the health and safety, security and well-being of service users, staff and visitors.
  • Further information can be found at – Housing Engagement Worker Central Job Description 2019

The Organisation:

YMCA Norfolk is a great place to work, offering meaningful opportunities to make a difference in the lives of young people. Working at YMCA Norfolk is an opportunity to be a part of an organisation which is challenging, innovative, rewarding and fun! We place young people at the heart of all we do and are committed to building an organisation that is responsive to the needs of young people and our stakeholders.

What you’ll need to succeed:

Knowledge of housing legislation including tenancy management and the issues facing homeless young people. An understanding of needs and risk assessments and knowledge of Safeguarding Children and Young People. You will need previous experience of working in a support or housing setting and the ability to implement restorative and possession procedures to respond to anti-social behaviour and breaches of tenancy.  You will need to be willing to work unsocial hours.

What you’ll get in return:

  • Death in service benefit of 2 x annual salary
  • Healthshield Health Care Plan
  • Health and wellbeing events and activities
  • Family friendly policies
  • In service training opportunities and bursaries investing in your development
  • Annual staff day and staff awards to celebrate our successes
  • Regular line management and support
  • Staff discount at Stepping Stones Café

What to do next:

For more information on this role, please contact Beth Powell on 01603 340852 or beth.powell@ymcanorfolk.org

To apply, please complete an Application for Employment and a Job Application Survey Form and forward along with a copy of your CV to careers@ymcanorfolk.org or by post to Beth Powell, HR / Payroll Officer, 35-37 Exchange Street, Norwich, Norfolk, NR2 1DP

Closing date for applications: Friday 16th August 2019 at 9am

Interview date: TBC

Previous applicants are welcome to apply.

YMCA Norfolk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Please note the successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check prior to starting employment.Housing Engagement Worker Central Job Description 2019

Relief Engagement Worker

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Position: Relief Engagement Worker

Pay: £10.44 per hour

Location: County Wide

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours per week: 37.5 hours per week (Hours between 07:45 – 22:15 on a 7 day a week rota)

Job Role: 

  • To provide cover as directed by senior staff for roles that give support to single homeless young people within a safe, supportive and secure environment.
  • To provide an environment for residents with a programme of positive activities, that is safe, supportive and secure, to address the variety of barriers young people face. Ensuring residents feel included in the needs, risk and planning of the service they will receive, to move through a pathway to more independent living. Whilst on duty, to provide support to other staff in the service and to ensure the health and safety, security and well-being of service users, staff and visitors.
  • Further information can be found at – Relief Engagement Worker Job Description

The Organisation:

YMCA Norfolk is a great place to work, offering meaningful opportunities to make a difference in the lives of young people. Working at YMCA Norfolk is an opportunity to be a part of an organisation which is challenging, innovative, rewarding and fun! We place young people at the heart of all we do and are committed to building an organisation that is responsive to the needs of young people and our stakeholders.

What you’ll need to succeed:

Knowledge of housing legislation including tenancy management and the issues facing homeless young people. An understanding of needs and risk assessments and knowledge of Safeguarding Children and Young People. You will need previous experience of working in a support or housing setting and the ability to implement restorative and possession procedures to respond to anti-social behaviour and breaches of tenancy.  You will need to be willing to work unsocial hours.

What you’ll get in return:

  • Death in service benefit of 2 x annual salary
  • Healthshield Health Care Plan
  • Health and wellbeing events and activities
  • Family friendly policies
  • In service training opportunities and bursaries investing in your development
  • Annual staff day and staff awards to celebrate our successes
  • Regular line management and support
  • Staff discount at Stepping Stones Café

What to do next:

For more information on this role, please contact Beth Powell on 01603 340852 or beth.powell@ymcanorfolk.org

To apply, please complete an Application for Employment – Relief Engagement Worker and a Application Survey Form and forward along with a copy of your CV to careers@ymcanorfolk.org or by post to Beth Powell, HR / Payroll Officer, 35-37 Exchange Street, Norwich, Norfolk, NR2 1DP

Closing date for applications: 9am on 16th August 2019

Interview date: TBC

Previous applicants are welcome to apply.

YMCA Norfolk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Please note the successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check prior to starting employment.

Families Engagement Worker (Rapid Response Team) 27.5 hours

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  • Position: Families Engagement Worker (Rapid Response Team)
  • Pay: £10.44 per hour
  • Location: Countywide
  • Contract Type: Fixed term until 30th April 2020
  • Hours per week: 27.5 hours

Job Role:

A rapid response team has been commissioned by Children’s Services to provide a response to families in crisis.

  • To build relationships of trust with vulnerable and marginalised parents and families within the community.
  • The aim is to be part of the prevention of care under the Alternatives to Care provision, and/or providing opportunities to enable reunification within the family unit. We can provide support and advice, build parents confidence and skills. Empowering families to experience transformation in their lives.
  • The main area of this role will be to support families and young people in a crisis situation at short notice.
For Further information please see – 27.5-hours-Families-Engagement-Worker-Job-Description-Rapid-Response-TeamDownload

For more information on this role, please contact Beth Powell on 01603 621263 Ext 161 or beth.powell@ymcanorfolk.org

To apply, please complete an Application for Employment and Job Application Survey Form (Available to download below) and forward along with your CV to careers@ymcanorfolk.org or by post to Beth Powell, HR/Payroll Officer, 35-37 Exchange Street, Norwich, Norfolk, NR2 1DP

Closing date for applications: 9am on 16th August 2019

Application for Employment – Rapid Response engagement worker 27.5hrsDownload
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