Bundesportal | Voluntary social year

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The Voluntary Social Year (FSJ) offers young people the opportunity to get involved in the social sector and gain professional experience at the same time. It consists mainly of practical assistance. An essential part of the FSJ is the pedagogical support to assist, qualify and educate the volunteers. The FSJ provides career guidance and promotes personal development and social skills.

An FSJ can be completed in the following areas of social work:

Healthcare
Elderly care
Disability care
Day care centers
Child and youth work

It is also possible to work abroad.

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Preconditions

Participants in an FSJ

must have completed compulsory full-time schooling and
must not have reached the age of 27 by the end of their service.

Please note:

The entitlement to child benefit continues during the FSJ.

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Pocket money, accommodation, meals

Participants receive monthly pocket money of at least 130.00 euros, although the amount may vary depending on the sponsoring organization. You will receive a lump sum for board and lodging. Accommodation and meals can also be provided free of charge. The sponsoring organization is responsible for paying social security contributions.

Basis for legal action

Law on the promotion of youth volunteer services

Procedure

If you are interested, please contact the organization where you would like to do the FSJ. They will provide you with more detailed information, for example on the respective places and locations, as well as the application details.

Deadlines

The FSJ can be completed for a period of six to 18 months, whereby the standard period is 12 months. It usually begins on September 1.

The application deadlines are not the same for all organizations (usually by 31 March of the year). You should therefore enquire as early as possible.

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