Lifestartsupportingparents
NEW COMMUNITIES FAMILY VISITOR
POSITION: Part-time, * hours per week
(additional hrs maybe available)
CONTRACT: Fixed term contract (subject to annual funding)
SALARY: **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**.**APPLY ON THE WEBSITE** PH
REPORTING TO: Assistant Manager/Regional Manager
LOCATION: Leitrim: Hybrid working – mixture of in-person and remote
working currently
JOB DESCRIPTION
MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To be committed to the ethos and mission statement of Lifestart
Supporting Parents Leitrim Sligo and West Cavan CLG.
* To explain, deliver and implement the Growing Child programme to
parents from New Communities within the home setting monthly/ more
frequent depending on need (to carry a caseload agreed with Assistant
Manager/Regional Manager)
* To gain a working knowledge and understanding of the Growing Child
& sessional materials and any suggested activity or equipment.
* To co-ordinate and facilitate the Lifestart Parent Education
Programme (the Growing Child) & other programmes in-home and in
groups.
* To liaise and work in partnership with relevant agencies at a
local level and regional level.
* Promote and raise the profile Lifestart Supporting Parents Leitrim
Sligo and West Cavan CLG.
* To gain and apply a working knowledge of the principles, values
and structures of Lifestart Supporting Parents.
* To adhere to the policies and procedures of the organisation
including Child Protection.
* To maintain confidentiality in relation to the Lifestart
Supporting Parents organisation at all times.
* To work collaboratively with staff as part of a team.
* Other duties may be assigned by the Assistant Manager/ Regional
Manager from time to time according to the needs of the organisation.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
EDUCATION:
Qualification.
Essential: Minimum QQI level 5/6 Early Childhood Education.
Desirable: A relevant third level qualification in Early years
Education/ Social studies or a related field.
WORK EXPERIENCE
* At least 2 years’ experience working in Early childhood education
& Family support.
* Experience working with minority communities.
* Knowledge of Ireland’s child & family policies and structures.
* Strong interest and background around child development /health/
wellbeing & family support.
* Demonstrate a working knowledge of community development,
inclusion and trauma informed practice.
* Experience of working with families in their homes or
community-based settings.
SKILLS
* A team player with good interpersonal skills and the ability to
engage with a range of people and organisations.
* Ability to work on own initiative, adhering to organisational
policies and procedures.
* Implementation of a strengths based and solution focused approach.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills.
* Good organisational skills as well as attention to detail.
* High level of computer literacy and competency in Word, Excel and
Power point.
* Experience of multidisciplinary meetings and the meitheal process.
* Experience in using social media platforms.
* Ability to remain calm under pressure and respond quickly to
changing demands and demonstrate strong skills in prioritisation and
time management.
* Display a positive manner and integrity, confidentiality, and
commitment.
* Full drivers’ licence and use of a car.
* Facilitation skills desirable.
REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS
Opportunity to avail of continuous professional development training
specific to the role as deemed appropriate.
The complete list of terms and conditions will be made available to
the candidate offered the role.
TO APPLY:
Please send your CV and cover letter, outlining how you match the
above criteria, by email to **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**
Deadline for receipt of applications is 5pm on Friday the 2nd of
February *. Interviews will be held after the
*th of Feb (date to be confirmed).
Shortlisting will apply.
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
