Community service work gives you a chance to learn and grow. You face challenges and have to think on your feet, which can help you become more confident and capable.

Here are ideas to help you make the most of community service work.

Think about what matters to you. Figure out what's important to you and what you care about most.

Set goals. Decide what you want to achieve in your job. Maybe it's helping a certain number of people or making a difference in a specific area.

Get involved. Volunteer for projects that interest you and let you contribute in a meaningful way.

Connect with co-workers. It can be really helpful to have people who support you at work and share your interests.

Ask for feedback. Check in with your boss and other workers to see how you're doing. Knowing that your work is appreciated can make you feel good.

Keep learning. Take classes or go to workshops to learn new things. That way, you'll grow and get better at what you do.

Take care of yourself. Remember to take breaks and do things you enjoy outside of work. It's important to take care of yourself so you can do your best at work.

Celebrate success. When you achieve something, celebrate!  Recognise your hard work and feel good about the progress you make.

Be open to change. Stay open-minded and be willing to try new things. Sometimes, being flexible can help you achieve your goals in different ways.

Know that some days are hard. It's normal to have hard days where the best thing about your job is your pay check.

Remember why you're doing this work. Remind yourself why you chose to work in community service. Kuowing your purpose can help keep you motivated.

This work can be tough sometimes. Dealing with difficult issues like poverty or injustice can take an emotional toll.

Community service jobs allow you to help others and facing tough issues head-on. It's not always easy but the satisfaction of making a difference makes the work worthwhile.

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You can download a copy of the finding fulfilment and purpose at work guide here.