LIMERICK SOCIAL SERVICE COUNCIL CLG
Limerick Social Service Council CLG aims to promote the dignity and
growth of individuals, families and groups in the Limerick city and
county area. The work of the Centre is carried out by a dedicated team
of over **Apply on the website** staff and dedicated teams of
volunteers, through a range of individual services ranging from
support for pre-school children to elderly people.
APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE FOLLOWING ROLE-:
CO-ORDINATOR OF THE TRAVELLER HEALTH PROJECT
(PART TIME ? **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE** HOURS PER WEEK (4 DAYS PER
WEEK)
(INITIALLY 1 YEAR FIXED TERM CONTRACT - SUBJECT TO FUNDING)
The Co-Ordinator shall be responsible for the day-to-day direction and
implementation of the Peer Traveller Health Workers work plan to
develop and implement appropriate health promotion/education responses
to Traveller Health issues in Limerick City.
_APPLICANTS FOR THIS POST MUST HAVE_:
* A recognised third level Qualification in Health Promotion,
Community Work or related discipline.
* Experience working in the community and voluntary sector.
* Experience in managing people in a working environment.
* Experience of working with the Traveller Community in a paid
capacity.
* Project Management experience.
* Knowledge and understanding of the issues and needs confronting
Travellers and an appreciation of the realities and diversity of their
lives.
* A thorough understanding of social justice, inequality and
community development practices and principles.
* Understanding and empathy for social exclusion issues.
* Excellent facilitation, interpersonal and communication skills.
The successful candidate will be required to be flexible with regards
to working hours.
GARDA VETTING & Reference Checks will apply.
_Copy of full JOB DESCRIPTION for this role is attached._
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Please send a cover letter and a detailed Curriculum Vitae, outlining
your experience, skills and suitability for the position, for the
attention of Brian Ryan, General Manager, Limerick Social Service
Council, **Apply on the website**.
Closing Date for receipt of applications is: 5pm, Tuesday, **Apply on
the website**th August **Apply on the website**.
Candidates must clearly indicate in their cover letter how they meet
each of the above criteria and will be shortlisted on the basis of
both essential and desirable criteria.
PLEASE NOTE THAT INCOMPLETE OR LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE
CONSIDERED.
_LIMERICK SOCIAL SERVICE COUNCIL IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER_
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Type: Permanent
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Category: Health
