Are you experiencing emotional and/or mental health challenges? Have you experienced a set-back in life? Have you been out of work for a long period of time? Would you like to boost your confidence and self-esteem? Would you like to bring about positive change in your life? If you answered yes to any of the above questions, then Towards Occupation may be for you.
Fermoy Town Council welcomed the board and staff of Avondhu Blackwater Partnership to a civic reception held in Fermoy Town Hall on Tuesday April 1st. Fermoy Town Mayor, Cllr. Olive Corcoran, opened proceedings and spoke of the long history of close cooperation between Fermoy Town Council and Avondhu Blackwater since the company was formed in…
Avondhu Blackwater Partnership has serious concerns in connection with proposed local government reforms, which would see local authorities take control of the LEADER Programme and the Local and Community Development Programme. This action will also threaten the future delivery of programmes including the Rural Social Scheme, TUS and Community Connect. The proposals from the Department…
Avondhu Blackwater Partnership are delivering a well recognised and well respected FETAC 6 training. Aimed at those who are job seeking and who wish to engage in a course that will fine tune their practical skills for delivering training and their presentation skills as well as their understanding of learning theory, training needs analysis, training methodologies, evaluation…
Towards Occupation is specifically targeted at those individuals feeling isolated, and lacking in self-esteem. There will be a particular focus on confidence building with a view to preparing participants to progress to mainstream training or education. The key objectives of the Training Programme are to: • Provide support, guidance and training to individuals experiencing mental ill-health. •…
Avondhu Blackwater Partnership is delivering Career Coaching under the Local Community Development Programme (LCDP). This course is ideal for the person who is unemployed and job seeking but unsure of where their focus should be, individuals who may not have worked for some time, or who are trying to redirect to entirely new areas of work…
Gooldshill Housing Estate in Mallow has reached new heights this week after securing top prize in the Community Housing Awards 2013. Cork County Council and Túath Housing Association were awarded a Community Housing Award in the ‘Housing for Families’ Category at the recent awards ceremony in Wexford. The award recognised the “excellence in design, management,…
Avondhu Blackwater Partnership Ltd. Plans to deliver a community based, accredited training programme to address the needs of unemployed 18-25 year olds in the Fermoy this autumn. Priority targeting for this programme will be males (but not exclusively) who are distant from the labour market and experiencing multiple barriers to progression. Project Title: The initiative…
A number of parenting courses are starting in Fermoy in the coming weeks. Family Communication Course – this is a course for parents. Most parents want to do their best for their children and to provide a loving home and a solid base for their growth. This course provides an opportunity for parents to look…
Coming up very shortly (and a few spaces still available) is the WORKLINKS programme (based in Mallow in April/May/June 2013). This is designed for people who may be unemployed for some time and are feeling very distant from the Labour Market. The programme is designed to support progression into education, training or employment as appropriate…
As a result of the resounding success of our IT in the Workplace Training Course last year, Avondhu Blackwater are pleased to deliver the course again this year. With the emphasis on industries in Ireland to deliver employment there is huge opportunities not only within the IT sector but within all employment opportunities that require…
By Stephen Cadogan – Thursday, February 21, 2013, Irish Examiner, Farming The Government has set about dismantling and rebuilding considerable portions of its involvement in rural Ireland. Some disruption seems inevitable, particularly for thousands of people availing of local development services. And the question must be asked: what will be the benefit? Are existing services…
Avondhu Blackwater Partnership Ltd., are seeking proposals from facilitators for the upcoming 2013 Towards Occupation Programme. The Programme, in this case called the ELEVATE Training Programme is Co-ordinated by The Local Development Company and funded by the Department for Social Protection. The Programme will be delivered in Fermoy, Co. Cork and Mallow, Co. Cork. The…
TDs and Senators from all over Ireland turned out in force for an event in Dublin on Wednesday, 23rd January in Buswells Hotel, attended by representatives from ILDN’s 50 member local development companies The aim of the ILDN event was to highlight concerns amongst local development companies about how proposed local government reforms could impact…
It’s a New Year and Avondhu Blackwater Partnership are continuing their hugely successful Fermoy Jobs Clinic. Based in the Fermoy Resource Centre, Monday to Wednesday the clinic is by appointment only. The Jobs Clinic provides help to construct a CV and cover letter, support with regard to interview preparation and information and advice on Active Job searching…
Avondhu Blackwater Partnership Ltd., are recruiting participants for the upcoming 2013 Towards Occupation Programme. The Programme, in this case called the ELEVATE Training Programme is Co-ordinated by The Local Development Company and funded by the Department for Social Protection. The Programme has been delivered in both Fermoy and Mallow in the past and will depend…
Avondhu Blackwater Partnership offer a wide range of supports for people who are unemployed and job seeking. These supports and training courses are fully funded/free of charge for eligible participants. Eligibile applicants will live in the Avondhu Blackwater Partnership area and will be unemployed (or in insecure employment) and who wish to move towards employment…
Avondhu Blackwater Partnership, in association with Fusion Training & Development, are running a certified programme for those wishing to exit unemployment and return to the Labour Market. The programme is part-time and runs three mornings a week for twelve weeks. The course is FREE of charge and does not affect social welfare entitlements. The programme…
Avondhu Blackwater Partnership are organising 3 Occupational First Aid Fetac Level 5 courses for May. They are inviting participants to express their interest and each course can take 10 people which will be held in Fermoy, Mallow and Blarney depending on demand. Participants who have completed this course will be able to: Ensure employees are…
As part of the overall strategy to support people who are experiencing unemployment, Avondhu Blackwater Partnership is currently developing its programme of training opportunities for 2012. The opportunities outlined below are specifically aimed at those focusing on moving towards employment and are developed from needs identified that will help people to up-skill and enhance their…
Avondhu Blackwater Partnership last week contributed towards the enhancement of the newly created Mallow Rebel Trail by donating €1500 towards the painting of an impressive Mural depicting life in Mallow at the turn of the last century. The work of art, which is located on the gable end of Fitzpatrick’s Jewellers at the base of…
Avondhu Blackwater Partnership Ltd., are seeking proposals from facilitators for the upcoming 2011/2012 Towards Occupation Programme. The Programme, in this case called the ELEVATE Training Programme is Co-ordinated by The Local Development Company and funded by the Department for Social Protection. The Programme will be delivered in both Fermoy and Mallow. The Elevate Training Programme…
Avondhu Blackwater Partnerships’ New Start Jobs Clinic is commencing in the coming weeks. The initiative, which is designed to upskill those seeking employment, focuses on practical skills such as CV Preparation, Networking and Interview skills in order to give those seeking employment the best chance to find work. The labour market is experiencing increased competitiveness…
Avondhu Blackwater Partnership are currently recruiting participants for the Elevate Training Programme, due to begin in Mallow and Fermoy. This Training Programme is designed to provide those who are distant from the labour market with the skills and confidence to move into employment, self employment, education, training, voluntary work or other directions. The Programme will…
As part of the overall range of supports to people experiencing unemployment, Avondhu Blackwater Partnership is also providing a one to one Career Coaching service. Individuals who are experiencing unemployment, under-employment, job insecurity or redundancy, may apply. Career Coaching will suit those who need help and support with the challenges and concerns experienced when seeking…
Avondhu Blackwater Partnership is hosting a number of one-day workshops in late September and October. Aimed at people from the Greater Blarney, Fermoy and Mallow areas who are currently unemployed. The workshop will be a powerful first step towards empowering you to get back into the job market. The programme is designed: To equip you…
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