LEITRIM TRAVELLER PROJECT
FAMILY LINK WORKER
LEITRIM DEVELOPMENT COMPANY WISH TO APPOINT A FAMILY LINK WORKER TO
WORK WITH FAMILIES IN THE TRAVELLER COMMUNITY IN LEITRIM.
JOB SUMMARY: The successful candidate will be responsible for the
delivery of the Parents Plus Programme and Family support.
RESPONSIBLE TO: Traveller Project Co-Ordinator.
LOCATION: Shannonside Community Centre will be the base. The post
holder will cover the county of Leitrim
POSITION: Part time ( *.5 hours per week).
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
ESSENTIAL
* An understanding of how to support Traveller Communities in
culturally appropriate ways.
* Experience paid or voluntary, in supporting the Traveller
Community.
* A good knowledge of family support and community development.
* A general knowledge of computers and communication technology.
* Experience of working as part of a team.
* Demonstrate good communication skills.
* Demonstrate good leadership skills.
* Demonstrate an ability to promote an understanding of Traveller
Parenting experience within the partner agencies.
DESIRABLE
* A third level qualification in a related field, e.g. social care,
youth work, community development work etc.
* Full Drivers Licence
Full Job description is available
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
