Offaly Traveller Movement (OTM) is a Traveller-led community
development organisation, working to address issues facing Travellers
in the region including, health, mental health, accommodation, youth,
education, cultural and ethnic identity and human rights. OTM is
delighted to be seeking a dynamic person for the post of Youth Worker.
The Youth Worker will work as part of the team in supporting the
provision and coordination, of youth work services locally. They will
develop and implement programmes and services that support the work of
OTM with young people from the Traveller Community. It is expected
that the Youth Worker will engage in direct work with Travellers in
the area of youth and have the necessary skills to carry out the work
as outlined.
THE PURPOSE OF THE POST WILL BE:
* To identify and respond to the needs of targeted young Travellers
aged **Apply on the website** - **Apply on the website** years.
* To plan, develop and deliver youth group programmes to the target
group who are identified through various youth work methodologies.
* To assist young people to successfully participate with the
service in order to enhance their capacity to reach their full
potential.
* To refer on and signpost young people who may be in need of
additional specialised services.
* To represent the issues of Traveller Youth on a range of forums as
relevant
This post will be part-time, **Apply on the website** hours per week
(to include evening work and Saturdays so flexibility is required).
This position is offered on a ?specified purpose contract? to
cover Carer?s Leave
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL BE REQUIRED TO HAVE:
* Youth/Community Development or relevant qualification
* Detailed understanding of the issues and barriers faced by young
Travellers
* Experience of report writing including; funding proposals,
applications, evaluation reports etc.
* A demonstrable commitment to human rights and social justice and a
commitment to work from an anti-racist and equality work perspective
* The ability to demonstrate a strong teamwork ethic and capacity to
work on your own initiative
* Excellent communication, facilitation and interpersonal skills
* Excellent computer skills
* Be dependable and flexible
* Access to own transport with a full driving license
Please see detailed Job Description and Person Specification attached.
HOW TO APPLY: Please submit a CV and detailed cover letter outlining
qualifications, experience and skills specific to the position to the
Managing Director at: **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**
NOTE: This position is subject to Garda Vetting and reference checks
CLOSING DATE: MONDAY **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**TH FEBRUARY **APPLY ON
THE WEBSITE** AT 5PM
Applications by e-mail only and by the date and time above. Late
applications will not be accepted. Interviews will take place on
MONDAY 7TH MARCH **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**
_THE POSITION IS SUBJECT TO ONGOING FUNDING FROM THE LAOIS OFFALY
EDUCATION TRAINING BOARD_
_OTM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER_
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
