ORGANISATION: Offaly Traveller Movement (OTM)
LOCATION: Tullamore, with outreach to Laois and Longford
Offaly Traveller Movement is a Traveller led community development
organisation working to achieve full equality for the Traveller
community throughout County Offaly. With a team of **Apply on the
website** staff made up of Travellers and non-Travellers we offer
programmes and services in health promotion, mental health,
accommodation, youth and education to advance the health and welfare
of Travellers and to encourage active participation in society. We
provide opportunities for Travellers to develop their skills and
knowledge and working in partnership to build the community’s and
service providers capacity to meet the needs of and improve outcomes
for Travellers. We support Travellers to reach their full potential
and develop initiatives to tackle poverty, social exclusion,
disadvantage and discrimination. OTM also contributes to the
development of local and national policy for positive outcomes in the
lives of Travellers.
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:
The primary purpose of the Mental Health Support Worker is to enhance
the mental health and wellbeing of Travellers by providing direct
support, advocacy, and facilitating access to mental health services.
The role aims to address mental health challenges within the Traveller
community through personalised support plans, effective collaboration
with health professionals, and active community engagement. Working
closely with the Travelling to Wellbeing team and Social Workers, the
Mental Health Support Worker will manage cases, ensuring that clients
receive comprehensive and culturally sensitive care.
NATURE OF THE POST
* TYPE: Full-time, * hours per week
* SALARY: € *, *
* TERM: Funded for 1 year, subject to ongoing funding thereafter
The Mental Health Support Worker will be employed by Offaly Traveller
Movement and based in Tullamore, however will provide an outreach
service to the Laois and Longford.
PLEASE SEE JOB DESCRIPTION & PERSON SPECIFICATION ATTACHED BELOW.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please submit a CV and detailed cover letter outlining qualifications,
experience and skills specific to the position to the Managing
Director at: **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**
NOTE: This position is subject to Garda Vetting and full reference
checks.
CLOSING DATE: Friday 2nd August at 5pm
Applications by email only and by the date and time above. Late
applications will not be accepted. Interviews will take place week
beginning *th August *
The position is funded by the RTE Toy Show Appeal and is subject to
ongoing funding
Offaly Traveller Movement is an Equal Opportunities Employer and
welcomes applications from members of the Traveller community
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
