JRS Ireland is now seeking to recruit for the role of _Projects and
Outreach Support Worker._ This is a full time role (**Apply on the
website** hours per week) principally based in the Dublin area but
with travel throughout Ireland required. Initial contract is for
**Apply on the website** months with renewal subject to funding and
performance.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The primary responsibility of the _Projects and Outreach Support
Worker_ position is to support the development and delivery of
projects, outreach and other services in International Protection
Accommodation Services (IPAS) centres and other relevant locations.?
Duties below are illustrative, and not exhaustive, and also are
subject to change in line with priority needs of protection applicants
and changes in the organisation?s strategic direction.?
Illustrative duties are below:
* To provide targeted supports as part of a pilot initiative to
increase understanding and enhance the capacity of asylum seekers to
navigate the preliminary stages of the protection process.
* To support JRS Ireland staff, volunteers and interns in the
delivery of specific agreed projects, including the design,
coordination and provision of reception and orientation supports in
the Balseskin Reception Centre.
* To support delivery of other projects/ activities in IPAS centres
according to need and in consultation with your line manager.
* To assist with the planning and delivery of activities and other
initiatives as part of agreed JRS Europe and JRS International
projects.
* To assess the needs of asylum seekers in order to identify gaps in
existing services for individuals, families and children and to
develop projects responding to priority needs.
* To support support JRS Ireland staff in the provision of outreach,
accompaniment and integration supports to individuals, families and
children residing in IPAS centres.
* To assist with the delivery regular information and advice
clinics.
* To contribute to JRS Ireland publications, in print and on-line,
that give a voice to forced migrants and to support the design,
maintenance and distribution of materials for protection applicants.
* To assist with JRS Ireland awareness raising and education
activities, including the JRS Ireland Intercultural & Interfaith
Calendar.
* To support delivery of the JRS Ireland Summer Programme, Christmas
Toy Appeal and other JRS Ireland activities as required.
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:
The successful candidate will ideally possess:
* A relevant third-level qualification in community development,
social work, social science or an equivalent combination of education
and experience.
* 1 year or more demonstrable work experience in a similar role.
* A full clean driving licence.
* An understanding and knowledge of the asylum process in Ireland,
the operation of the Direct Provision system and the integration of
migrants.
* Experience of working with vulnerable groups, social exclusion and
disadvantaged communities.
* Commitment to social justice and the JRS mission ?to accompany,
to serve and to advocate the cause of refugees and forcibly displaced
persons?.
BENEFITS PACKAGE:
* Competitive Salary.
* Employer pension contribution.
* Employer funded training opportunities.
* Employee Assistance Programme.
* External Group Supervision.
Salary circa ?**Apply on the website**,**Apply on the website**
commensurate with experience.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Application forms are available by request at **Apply on the
website**. No CVs or Cover Letters will be accepted.
All applications for this position must be received by 5PM Tuesday
**Apply on the website**st December **Apply on the website** with
applicant shortlisting and interviews taking place in the first two
weeks of January **Apply on the website**.
JRS Ireland is an equal opportunities employer.
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
