CASE MANAGER (SECONDMENT TO THE HSE) – FIXED TERM CONTRACT
CORK SIMON COMMUNITY IS CURRENTLY SEEKING APPLICATIONS FOR THE
POSITION OF CASE MANAGER.
This is a fixed term contract until March * and
the post is based in Gabriel Lodge, Ahiohill, Enniskeane, Co Cork
(formerly Cara Lodge).
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_SOME OF THE KEY DUTIES OF THE ROLE INCLUDE:_
* Provide a welcome and supportive environment for all residents
* Complete comprehensive assessments and develop an appropriate Care
Plan based on identified needs in areas of: Nutrition, Physical and
Mental Health, Life skills, social skills, education / work, addiction
support, counselling, accommodation etc.
* Build a relationship with residents based on trust & respect
* Encourage and support the person in developing and implementing an
agreed holistic support plan, including day and activity programmes
* Ensure a programme of social, recreational, educational and work
activities is organised by or with residents as appropriate
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE FOR THIS POST WILL HAVE:
* High level of Communication and interpersonal Skills
* 2 years of experience in a same or similar role
* Experience of case management and key working
* Previous experience of voluntary/statutory agency working with
marginalized groups e.g. homeless people, prisoners, ex-prisoners,
care leavers, travellers
* Experience of working with people with addictions including those
with mental health issues / dual diagnosis
* Strong communication, interpersonal and listening skills
* Knowledge of: Homelessness, housing assistance structures, social
deprivation, advice and information provision, etc.
* Very strong organisational skills, time management, work planning
* The ability to: work under pressure, as part of team, keep
statistics
* Non-judgemental understanding of addiction
* Relevant Third level Degree, e.g. Social Care/Social Science/Youth
& Community
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Application Forms and a Recruitment Pack are available below, on our
website
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Health
