Giraffe / Check in Works
Giraffe is an innovative community social enterprise at the heart of the Perthshire community. Established in 2009, our key aim is to tackle the pressing and entrenched social problem of the unemployment and social exclusion of people with
enduring mental ill-health, disabilities and other significant workplace barriers.
The unmet need we address comprises:
- The lack of opportunities for effective support for disadvantaged adults who are making the fragile transition into the mainstream work environment
- The lack of part-time paid employment opportunities and vocational training giving job-seekers meaningful experience and credibility when applying for paid work with local employers
- The discrimination, stigma and profound lack of understanding among the public and local employers about the positive skills, attributes and enthusiasm that disadvantaged people can bring to the workplace.
Giraffe runs four sustainable community businesses including South Street Shop & Café, the Stir It Up Training Kitchen, Mill St Café, and the Ladeside Garden Centre.
- Education / Learning / Training, Employment, Equality, Health, Learning Disability, Men, Mental Health, Poverty, Social Care, Social Economy / Social Enterprise, Volunteering, Women, Young People
- 51-53 South Street, Perth, PH2 8PD
- http://www.checkin-giraffe.uk
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Current opportunity
Checkin/Giraffe are looking for volunteers to help us with all duties associated with the smooth running of our food deliveries and collections. These will include:
• To be professional and safe, and drive with care.
• To represent Giraffe in a friendly and positive manner.
• To be organised and punctual.
• Ensure that you are undertaking lifting, carrying and stacking in a safe manner.