Work, Volunteerism and Employment Flashcards
(21 cards)
What is the primary distinction between work and employment?
Work refers to any activity that requires effort, while employment is work carried out for payment.
List three features of work.
- You will receive no payment.
- There are no set rules to be followed.
- There is no contract of employment.
List three features of employment.
- You receive payment.
- There are set rules to follow.
- You will receive a contract of employment.
What are two benefits of work?
- There is a ‘feel good’ factor about achieving something.
- It helps you learn new skills.
What are two benefits of employment?
- Your rights are protected by employment law.
- You can make new friends and contacts at work.
List three rewards of work.
- Personal satisfaction
- Praise and thanks from others
- Financial rewards (salary, overtime, bonus)
List three rewards of employment.
- Financial rewards (salary, overtime, bonus)
- Benefit-in-kind (e.g. company car)
- Promotion
Name two career fields within employment in education.
- Primary or secondary school teacher
- Doctor
Give an example of turning a hobby into a career.
Jan created stop-motion animation videos on YouTube and was hired as a junior animator.
What does it mean to volunteer?
To volunteer means you give your time and energy to help others in the community.
How does volunteerism differ from work?
In volunteerism, you are helping somebody else without trying to achieve something that benefits you.
What are two reasons people volunteer?
- They care for those less fortunate than themselves.
- They want to promote a cause they believe in.
What is the labour force?
The labour force is all the people available for work, including employed, self-employed, and unemployed.
What is unemployment?
Unemployment is when people willing and able to work are unable to find a suitable job.
What is Jobseeker’s Benefit?
A sum of money paid weekly to support unemployed individuals from the Department of Social Protection.
List two initiatives that can help reduce unemployment.
- Encourage buying Irish produced goods.
- Create further education and training programs.
What does it mean to be self-employed?
To work for oneself rather than for an employer.
List two rewards of self-employment.
- You are your own boss.
- You keep all the profits.
List two risks of self-employment.
- Your income is not guaranteed.
- You may need to work long hours.
What defines the public sector?
The public sector includes all those employed by the state, such as teachers and medical staff.
What defines the private sector?
The private sector refers to those not employed by the state.
