Novas is a voluntary organisation and Approved Housing Body working
with families, children and single adults who are disadvantaged and
socially excluded; primarily those who are homeless or at risk of
being homeless. We provide a range of housing, health and recovery
services and accommodation for marginalised households throughout
Ireland primarily using a trauma informed approach (all staff are
trauma informed and trained) and a harm reduction model of support. We
also provide bespoke community based supported living services for
persons that find themselves homeless with complex support
requirements on both the Intellectual Disability and Mental Health
spectrums.
Novas are currently seeking applications from energetic and
enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Night Safety Attendants
at our Women?s Centre located in Rathmines, Dublin. The successful
candidates will be afforded necessary training and development in line
with the role. Candidates must be highly motivated, creative and
experienced with a passion for engaging with clients who are
homeless/at risk of homelessness.
POSITION: NIGHT SAFETY ATTENDANTS X 2 (**APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**HPW)
WHERE: RATHMINES, DUBLIN
CONTRACT: PERMANENT (SUBJECT TO FUNDING)
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
* Third level qualification ? minimum Level 5 on NFQ ? in Social
Care or related discipline ? see job description for details of
acceptable related disciplines
* Availability to work waking night shifts
* An understanding of the nature of homelessness and the needs of
people experiencing homelessness
* An ability to work in a service where clients have multiple
complex needs
* A good understanding of the harm reduction model
* A good working knowledge of relevant local services
* Good written and oral communication skills
* Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
* Good conflict resolution skills
* A commitment to preventing and managing challenging behaviour
* A commitment to working from a trauma-informed perspective
* An openness to change
* DESIRABLE - Full clean driving license
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for more
information. Closing Date for receipt of completed application forms
is **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**TH APRIL **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE** _PLEASE
NOTE THAT NOVAS INTEND TO FORM A PANEL OF SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS FROM
WHICH TO FILL FUTURE VACANCIES._
For further information please visit
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
