YOUTH HOMELESS DRUG PREVENTION PROJECT WORKER ? FIXED TERM CONTRACT
Cork Simon Community works in solidarity with men and women who are
homeless in Cork, offering housing and support in their journey back
to independent living. We promote a socially just society and campaign
for a society without homelessness.
The Community works to a set of six core values: Community, Diversity,
Social Justice, Voluntarism, Commitment to Care and Inclusion.
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CORK SIMON COMMUNITY ARE CURRENTLY SEEKING APPLICATIONS FOR THE
POSITION OF YOUTH HOMELESS DRUG PREVENTION PROJECT WORKER.
* _PURPOSE OF THE POST:_ Engagement with young people who are at risk
of or experiencing homelessness & diversion to alternative options
where appropriate. Engagement with young people who are homeless or at
risk of homelessness and developing a care plan following an
assessment of their needs in relation to physical health, mental
health, accommodation, addiction issues, harm reduction, employment &
training, meaningful use of time, financial issues, and social
supports.
_SOME OF THE KEY DUTIES OF THE ROLES INCLUDE:_
* Spend time on the streets and in the Housing Led Emergency Services
to enable contact
* Refer to medical, mental health, addiction and treatment services
and other services where appropriate
* Building a relationship based on respect, trust, and acceptance
* Compile initial assessments (as required) on health and
well-being, accommodation, supports, finance
* Provide case management and care planning according to protocols
agreed CLADTF/Cork City/County Council, to young people who are
homeless and/or using Cork Simon Community Services
* Key work young people on the basis of agreed care plans
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE FOR THIS POST WILL HAVE:
* Experience Working with addictions (young people using Drugs &
Alcohol)
* Experience working in a care setting
* Experience Networking and sourcing resources suitable for young
people
* Experience producing written information, booklets etc. suitable
for young people
* Relevant Third Level Degree e.g. Social science/social care
* First Aid training
* Creative Problem Solver
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The Application Form and Recruitment Pack for the role is attached
below. Also, it is available on our website
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
