CHILD AND FAMILY WORKER (INTENSIVE FAMILY SUPPORT)
REF: CFW
FAMILIBASE ARE SEEKING TO RECRUIT A FULL TIME (**APPLY ON THE
WEBSITE** HOURS) CHILD AND FAMILY WORKER.
FamiliBase is a centre for children, young people and families based
in Dublin *. FamiliBase has three strands of
service delivery i.e. Early Years and Afterschool, Child and Family
and Youth and Community. FamiliBase operates an integrated model of
practice. Programme delivery in FamiliBase occurs at different levels
i.e. from universal level to intensive wrap around for those with
multiple or more complex needs. FamiliBase could be described as a
‘one stop shop’ of supports for children, young people and
families.
JOB DESCRIPTION
* Work with a caseload of families impacted by Hidden Harm.
* Carry out a strength and needs assessment of each family and
implement a care plan in collaboration with the family and external
stakeholders.
* Provide a wraparound of supports to the families on your case load
to include home visiting, assertive outreach and one to one work with
children and young people and families.
* Facilitate Evidence Based Parenting Programmes and Attachment and
Resilience Programmes for children and young people in line with
annual service delivery plan.
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
* A relevant qualification e.g. minimum Level 7 in Social Care,
Community Development, Early Childhood Care and Education, Social
Work, Youth Work or relevant discipline.
* Minimum 2 years post qualification experience of working directly
with families impacted by Hidden Harm or complex needs.
* Extensive understanding and experience of planning and delivering
programmes in a community context of parental mental health and
substance misuse.
* Experience of lone working with children and young people in a
community context.
* Trauma informed practice in designing, developing, and
facilitating targeted programmes for children, young people and
families.
* Experience of working with and responding effectively to childhood
trauma and trauma response.
* High levels of confidence and excellent relationship management
skills.
* A high level of ICT literacy including a proven ability to apply
technology in the workplace.
* High ethical standards with strong integrity.
* Full clean driving licence and access to own car.
FAMILIBASE EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
* Excellent training opportunities and continuous professional
development.
* Dynamic and diverse work environment within a multi-disciplinary
team.
* Access to Employee Assistance Programme.
* Pension.
* * days annual leave per annum.
* 4 additional company days per annum.
* Team wellness days.
* Sick pay benefit following probationary period.
* Enhanced maternity benefit, following two years consecutive
service.
* Positive working environment with family friendly ethos and
work-life balance.
_HSE Social Care Worker scale. Point allocated will be dependent on
experience._
Application is by way of CV and a Cover Letter.
Please return your CV and a cover letter to **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**.
Shortlisting will apply. Please note only candidates shortlisted for
interview will be contacted. Candidate must be available for
interview.
For informal enquiries, please contact SHAUNIE KELLY AT **APPLY ON THE
WEBSITE** The successful candidate will only be appointed after
successful completion of Garda vetting and reference checks.
Closing date 5PM MONDAY 8TH OF JULY **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**.
_FamiliBase is an equal opportunities employer_
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
