Youngballymun (YB), along with our partners, implements a strategy of
integrated, evidence-based supports for children, young people and
families. YB is part of the Area Based Childhood (ABC) Programme,
which is a prevention and early intervention programme that seeks to
invest in effective services that improve outcomes for children and
families living in areas of disadvantage. It has a particular emphasis
on improving health, educational and social outcomes for children and
young people, and on improving the effectiveness of existing services
for them.
Youngballymun is looking to employ an Infant Mental Health
Co-ordinator to work on our Infant Mental Health (IMH) Programme. We
are looking for an experienced, energetic, confident and pro-active
individual with excellent written, verbal and inter-personal
communication skills and with the ability to work independently and
show initiative.
The post is for * hours per week
KEY AREAS OF WORK INCLUDE:
* Working with the YB team in planning and delivery of the
Youngballymun programme.
* Working with partners to develop and deliver capacity building of
staff from HSE, Tusla and other ABC areas through delivery of IMH
Masterclass and workshops.
* Actively promoting and supporting the engagement of community
members to Youngballymun Programmes.
* Working directly with parents and caregivers.
* Reporting on and documenting work as it is progressed.
* Delivering high quality, tailored interventions in Infant Mental
Health attachment-based approaches to parents and carers, e.g. Newborn
Behaviour Observation (NBO), Circle of Security Parenting Programme
(COS) , Baby Massage, one-to-one therapeutic home visiting.
* Developing strategies within the organisation and community
regarding Adverse Childhood experiences and Trauma informed work.
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:
* Recognised third level qualification
* At least 5 years’ experience or involvement in the field of
Infant Mental Health
* Experience of working with families with trauma and complex needs.
* Experience of delivering evidence based group interventions.
* Experience of delivery of training to practitioners.
Please send details of your interest in these posts along with your
curriculum vitae to **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE** BY MONDAY **APPLY ON THE
WEBSITE**TH AUGUST
PLEASE SEE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION AND PERSON SPECIFICATION ATTACHED.
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others