JOB TITLE: AFTERCARE PROJECT WORKERS
LOCATION: Positions are based in Dublin City Centre locations
DESCRIPTION
Fairport Care are now recruiting for Project Workers within our
Aftercare Services. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a new
organisation in the field of Aftercare. This position will allow you
to work in a range of services and develop your professional practice
to an exceptional standard.
The successful applicants will work alongside the team in creating and
maintaining a secure environment for the young people to thrive.
Fairport prides itself on promoting young people?s independence and
access to better outcomes.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* The Project Worker will contribute to the planning and evaluation
of individualised care programs based on needs identified.
* To contribute to the promotion, creation and maintenance of a
welcoming and caring environment with high standards of social care
practice.
* To ensure the rights and responsibilities of young people are
respected and promoted.
* To provide a positive life experience for the young people in all
aspects of their care and welfare.
* To advise the Team, Social Care Leader and Manager of any
accidents, incidents, complaints or concerns as they arise and to
provide written reports.
* To deliver a stable, safe, clean and comfortable living and
working environment for the young people and staff in the unit.
* To take on and support key worker responsibilities as required,
prepare written reports for reviews and case conferences.
* To undertake all domestic duties required.
* In conjunction with the Aftercare Manager, contribute to the
ongoing development of the service in keeping with good practice,
Tusla, HIQA requirements and Company objectives.
* An aptitude to carry out risk assessment, periodic reviews and
progress reports.
SALARY:
* ?**Apply on the website** - ?**Apply on the website**.**Apply
on the website** hourly depending on experience plus overnight
allowance.
BENEFITS:
* Access to Cycle to Work Scheme
* Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
* Competitive starting salary
* Discounted staff motor insurance
* Flexibility on working hours
* Pension scheme (PRSA)
* Promotion and development opportunities
* Refer a friend bonus
* Support for further education and training
* Uniform provided
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
* A recognised third level qualification in social care/youth
work/family support or related discipline.
* Experience of supporting young people or individuals more
vulnerable in society.
* Working knowledge of HIQA, Tusla, National Standards for
Residential Services.
SKILLS / ATTRIBUTES
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
* Good leadership, facilitation and group work skills.
* Ability to plan, implement and evaluate programmes based on
emerging needs.
* Proficient administration, time management and report writing
skills.
* IT skills including Excel, Microsoft Word, Outlook
* Excellent teamwork experience.
* Experience working within a residential & team environment.
* Working knowledge of issues facing young people leaving care.
* Committed to being positive & flexible with a passion for working
with young adults.
PLEASE SEND YOUR CV?HR@FAIRPORTCARE.NET
* Short listing will apply.
* A panel will be formed for appointments.
* Job Post is subject to Garda Vetting
_All documentation received by Fairport Care Services will be
processed in accordance with the Data Protection Acts and General Data
Protection Regulation (GDPR; **Apply on the website**)_
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
