CLONDALKIN DRUG & ALCOHOL TASK FORCE SEEKS TO RECRUIT A
PREVENTION OFFICER
CLONDALKIN DRUG & ALCOHOL TASK FORCE WAS set up as a model of
community led, interagency partnerships to support the reduction of
drug-related harms to individuals, families and communities by working
in partnership with key stakeholders in the community, voluntary and
statutory sectors on the coordination and delivery of services.
THE ROLE OF THE PREVENTION OFFICER IS TO SUPPORT the development and
implementation of the drug prevention initiatives within the CDATF
Strategy in collaboration with key stakeholders in the community,
voluntary and statutory sector.
This role is an excellent opportunity to be part of a dynamic
organisation that provides a supportive working environment and many
opportunities for growth.
IDEALLY THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WOULD HAVE
* A level 7 qualification in Community Drugs Work, Addiction
Studies, Community Development or related field.
* Significant paid experience in addiction, community work or
community development settings.
* A thorough knowledge of drug related issues and their effect and
influence on individuals, families and communities.
* Knowledge and understanding of theory in evidence-based practice
in the field of drug prevention.
* Knowledge and understanding of National Drugs policy including
Reducing Harm, Supporting Recovery: A health led response to drug &
alcohol use in Ireland * – **Apply on the
website** and the National Drugs Rehabilitation Framework and National
Protocols and Assessment Guidelines.
* Experience of high-quality inter-agency work, involving community,
voluntary and statutory agencies.
* Experience in facilitating training, development, and workshops
with various groups.
* Effective written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills,
including IT skills.
* Sufficient administration capacity to carry out the functions of
the post.
* Motivation and ability to work on their own initiative.
* Values that align with the values of CDATF.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL BE PAID DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE IN LINE
WITH THE CDATF Officer Scale € *,**Apply on
the website** - € *, *
The successful candidate will be based in Clondalkin with some
potential for hybrid working. The organisation strives to offer
flexibility around work patterns.
The position is being offered on a * hour per
week basis, but this may be negotiable based on candidates’
availability.
ALL CVS WITH ATTACHED COVER LETTER OUTLINING RELEVANT EXPERIENCE TO BE
SENT TO: **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**
OR POST TO
Clondalkin Drug & Alcohol Task Force
Unit A1 Weatherwell Business Park
Clondalkin
Dublin *.
CLOSING DATE: 3RD MAY **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE** @ 5.**APPLY ON THE
WEBSITE**PM
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Health
