Unpaid Internship Social Support Assistant

YMCA Malta VO0028 posted on 04 October, 2025
Job status:
Active

About This Job

Role Purpose: Provide direct residential support services, assisting residents with daily living activities while contributing to a positive, therapeutic living environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist residents with daily living activities and personal care
  • Support meal preparation and household management
  • Help with medication reminders and health appointments
  • Provide emotional support and crisis assistance
  • Assist with recreational and therapeutic activities
  • Help maintain facility cleanliness and organization
  • Support residents in developing independent living skills
  • Assist with documentation and record keeping
  • Participate in resident meetings and planning sessions
  • Support emergency response and safety protocols

Requirements:

  • Experience in residential care or social support
  • Compassionate and patient approach to care
  • Physical ability to assist with daily living activities
  • Understanding of residential care principles
  • Basic crisis intervention and de-escalation skills
  • Reliable and consistent in service delivery
  • Ability to work as part of a residential care team
  • Background check and police clearance required

Skills Developed:

  • Residential care and support techniques
  • Daily living assistance and life skills training
  • Crisis support and de-escalation
  • Therapeutic relationship building

Job details

Msida, Malta
Internship
Associate
Onsite

Employee benefits

Professional training
Employee discounts
Wellness programs
YMCA experience abroad

Language requirements

English - Professional working proficiency (Required)

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