IFCA VALUES
WE VALUE:
* The rights of the child
* The role of family in a child?s life
* Respect, compassion and kindness
* Effective partnerships and open communications
* Innovation and research
PURPOSE OF THE REGIONAL ADVOCACY WORKER ROLE
The Irish Foster Care Association?s National Advocacy Service offers
independent and professional support in difficult fostering situations
The service is person-centred, accountable, and impartial. The role
will involve direct practical and emotional support with IFCA members
referred to our service. The role requires knowledge and experience of
the alternative system in Ireland. The role involves preparation for
and attendance at statutory meetings such as reviews, appeals and
allegations. The role will involve travel over a defined geographical
area - North-eastern Region.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Understanding of legislation and policies which guide the work of
the Advocacy Service, Statutory Child in Care and Foster Care policies
and procedures, National Foster Care Standards etc.
* Assisting service users to understand relevant legislation and how
it may impact on them.
* Offer practical advice and information relating to aspects of
fostering to IFCA members.
* Provide solution-focused non-judgmental emotional support to
members referred to the advocacy service.
* Provide appropriate signposting and referrals to other relevant
areas of support, if required.
* Support service users to represent their own views, wishes and
concerns. That their experiences, observations, and concerns are
understood and given due consideration.
* Regular attendance at meetings with foster carers and IFCA events
within your assigned geographical catchment area.
* Assist the Advocacy Coordinator in compiling records that
contribute to statistical analysis and reports.
* Contribute to the organisations commitment to continuously improve
the quality assurance and standards of service.
ADMINISTRATION
* Actively participate in effective organisational communication
systems.
* Record all data for the service on IFCA?s CRM system and in
compliance with data protection protocols.
* Engage in regular supervision.
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
ESSENTIAL
* A third level qualification in Social Work, Social Care, Psychology
- related disciplines may be considered.
* At least 2 years proven experience in support, mediation, advocacy
or case management work.
* A thorough knowledge and understanding of fostering, childcare or
related work.
* Evidence of good communication and interpersonal skills.
* Evidence of capacity to deliver efficiently while managing a
challenging and diverse workload.
* Ability to work on own initiative.
DESIRABLE
* Proven ability to work effectively with volunteers and
professionals.
* Experience of Foster Care, Provision of Care to Vulnerable
Children.
* Experience of working to promote best quality standards of
practice. ? Experience of working through partnerships and
collaborations.
COMPETENCIES:
* Ability to work as an advocate and support worker.
* Ability to objectively understand and evaluate personal
limitations and those of the system in which problems arise.
* Ability to work independently and take the initiative within the
operational parameters set by the Advocacy Coordinator.
* Ability to work within a team.
* An understanding of the process and content of support services
and a passion for quality and innovation in the service.
* Good time management and dependability.
* Excellent interpersonal, oral/written communication skills.
* Good understanding of information technology.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
* Part time role: **Apply on the website** hrs per week
* Garda vetting and attendance at induction is required.
* Two satisfactory references, one to be most recent employer.
* Access to car and hold a full driving licence. IFCA requires
indemnity on employees? car insurance policy.
* The post, on occasion, requires working unsocial hours as part of
the normal working week.
BENEFITS
* **Apply on the website** annual leave days pro-rata plus 2
privilege days
* EAP access
* Family Friendly
SALARY SCALE: Point 1 of Project Worker Scale, ?**Apply on the
website**,**Apply on the website** per annum pro rata (**Apply on the
website** hrs per week)
Please email your CV and cover letter to Julie King, aT **APPLY ON THE
WEBSITE**
To be considered please include your CV and Cover Letter outlining
your relevant skills and experience. Shortlisting will be applied, and
interviews will take place via MS teams between the **Apply on the
website**th and **Apply on the website**th of February.
The closing date is 5PM, FRIDAY 3RD FEBRUARY **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**.
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
