JRS Ireland is now seeking to recruit for the role of _Outreach
Officer._ This is a full time role (**Apply on the website** hours per
week) 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
Illustrative duties are below:
* To provide outreach, accompaniment and integration supports to
individuals, families and children residing in IPAS centres and
alternative emergency and temporary locations.
* To support asylum applicants to navigate the protection process
and beyond, to assist them access rights and entitlements (e.g
welfare, legal, medical, education and employment) and to provide
individual follow up where appropriate.
* To help resolve emerging concerns related to living conditions,
safety and wellbeing in IPAS accommodation and assist vulnerable
applicants to access appropriate supports and services.
* To deliver regular information and advice clinics in IPAS
accommodation centres and alternative accommodation locations.
* To assist with the delivery of and development of JRS integration
and transition supports to prepare asylum seekers for and meet their
changing needs in life outside the IPAS accommodation system.
* To identify concerns and challenges encountered in the delivery of
outreach supports and services to inform advocacy priorities.
* To assist when necessary in delivering flagship JRS projects and
core organisational activities.
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.
* 2 years 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 Package (Commensurate with Experience).
* Employer pension contribution.
* Employer funded training opportunities.
* Employee Assistance Programme.
* External Group Supervision.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
