Easy to do jobs

scrimshanker

Ok I know this is similar to another thread but I didn't want to derail it so I started this one.

I'm currently looking for jobs. I've an excellent degree and half completed a postgraduate course (deferred summer exams until next summer). I've a bit of work experience. I'm also due to start a permanent job in a year from now.

However, I'm going through a bad patch mental health wise. I suffer a lot from anxiety and the stress of a career level job would be just too much right now. I'd love a job like selling tickets in a cinema or cleaning hotel rooms or something. Unfortunately my CV makes me look overqualified for those roles, so I hear nothing back. The only interview I got was for a career level job and I'm freaking out over it because it's just too difficult right now, so I don't even think I can attend the interview.

Basically, if anyone has any suggestions as to places I could look for work that isn't psychologically too taxing, I'd really appreciate it. I've been monitoring jobs.ie but very little is coming up. (Waitressing is out, been there done that and just not suited to it)

3DataModem

Call centre?

Tigger99

If your cv makes you look over qualified why not dumb it down? Only mention the most menial of tasks you did, leave out some or maybe all of your qualifications. In your cover letter to cinemas emphasise your love of movies etc. Employers love passion. The very best of luck, hope something turns up.

callaway92

scrimshanker wrote: »

However, I'm going through a bad patch mental health wise. I suffer a lot from anxiety

Basically, if anyone has any suggestions as to places I could look for work that isn't psychologically too taxing

3DataModem wrote: »

Call centre?

Seriously?

Stheno

callaway92 wrote: »

Seriously?

Exactly call centres are seriously stressful environments

MrBobbyZ

I've always found that people create stress in jobs. The less people I have to deal with over the course of my working day, the less stress.

Might be just me though.

MarkAnthony

I'm sat here, coffee in hand surfing boards. Guess it depends who you work for (Call centre).

Avatar MIA

You'd have to take a short course to get a licence, but security guard might suit. Most of the time it involves standing around.

Of course it might get more stressful if someone needs confronting.

qwe123456

I would definitely avoid customer service type roles, if you're feeling a little vulnerable at the moment. I worked in academic administration before, and it was a lovely job. Nice people, nice hours, often busy, but not usually overwhelming. I was generally just given a list of things to do and left to get on with it! Obviously I had a junior role ��


If you haven't already, maybe have a word with your G.P. regarding your anxiety. Hope you feel better, and good luck.

AnSliabhCorcra

First and foremost, well done you for actually realising you're having s hard time and wanting to actually get out and do something. I think that'll really help with your issues in the long run. Good man/woman!

I guess the best advice is to have two, three or more cvs aimed at different types of jobs. You seem to be a smart person, so you'll know what to put on them and what not.

Avoid, as someone has already said, customer care focused jobs - cleaning, supermarkets, night shift jobs etc could be really up your street. Is there a toned-down job that compliments your degree?

Mrs OBumble

I wouldn't write call-centres off totally.

Yes, some can be miserable. But others aren't. In a well run one, you follow the script (not much thinking needed) and if a call starts getting difficult pass it thru to your supervisor. At the end of your shift, you hang up your headset and go home, without having to worry about any issues: tomorrow will be a brand new day, with a brand new set of calls. And 'cos it's a stop-gap job not a career, you don't worry about your statistics.

Some people with mental health issues find that this sort of structure and support is a great place to be. Others find it even more soul-destroying than their illness.

OP, only you can tell whether it's worth trying or not.

Remember that if you are unlucky enough to get a job in a bad one, don't be afraid to leave again (your GP will easily enough give you a note to get back on welfare).

playedalive

OP. I suffer with anxiety and I work in a call centre. It can be stressful and I have learned slowly but surely to not let things overwhelm me.

On the one hand, I think it is definitely helping my people skills and I am definitely learning to cope with set backs and not be too sensitive(in a weird way, it's helping me cope with my anxiety). But, it can be stressful especially when there is a target amount of messages to reach. It depends on the company but if you're a bit of a perfectionist/over-thinking, it can feed your anxiety.

One thing I will say is don't be afraid to ask questions and look silly as you're better off doing that and learning the job than feeding your anxiety or helpless ness.

63Vick

I've more or less similar problem. N I wanna do easy jobs. I'm 28 Male from India. Engineer by academics. I've uploaded my CV on Irish govt's Dept of JObs website. +I've registered online with Recruit-Ireland agency. What more steps should I take to get a job in Ireland ?

Stheno

63Vick wrote: »

I've more or less similar problem. N I wanna do easy jobs. I'm 28 Male from India. Engineer by academics. I've uploaded my CV on Irish govt's Dept of JObs website. +I've registered online with Recruit-Ireland agency. What more steps should I take to get a job in Ireland ?

You'll need a visa and to be sponsored by a company

They won't do that for easy jobs as they can get eu nationals to do the job

Unless you can do a job they can't find an eu national to do you will find it hard to get work here legally

63Vick

Thanks mate for that reply. I found out the same info just an hour back. That the Employment Permits aren't granted for a "Category of Employments Ineligible for wok permit" on DJOE website.

I'm now thinking of applying for a low-level job in IT sector.

Stheno

63Vick wrote: »

Thanks mate for that reply. I found out the same info just an hour back. That the Employment Permits aren't granted for a "Category of Employments Ineligible for wok permit" on DJOE website.

I'm now thinking of applying for a low-level job in IT sector.

I don't mean to be blunt, but low level jobs in IT will be filled by Irish and eu nationals

Unless you have specialist skills it wi be extremely difficult for you to get a visa to work here

hytrogen

When I was inbetween college & a qualified job I did a few nixers, for the cash but mostly to keep me sane until I passed my final exam which was holding me back from working full time..
Anyway if you want a light easy job why not paint houses? Do it for mates rates for example? It'll get you out off the couch & it can be a bit of fun, I found my thoughts developed as I did it & had the radio on in the background to keep me company. You become entranced or meditate as you do it. Not taking away from any pro decorators here but it is a handy job!