Good Shepherd Cork provides a range of emergency accommodation and
outreach services to women, children and families who are homeless or
vulnerable to homelessness. We plan to open a new family hub service
in Clonakilty for families who are homeless in Cork County.
Applications are sought for Resettlement (Social Care) Workers for
this service.
This position will involve working approximately **Apply on the
website** hrs per week (rota to be confirmed) and will involve shift
work, requiring some evening, night, and weekend work.
Resettlement Workers will be responsible for assisting in the delivery
of a welcoming, compassionate, and professional service for families
staying in the hub.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
* A recognised professional qualification in Social Care or an
appropriate equivalent.
* Experience working with families especially families experiencing
homelessness.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, written and
verbal.
* Professional and caring approach to working with families who are
vulnerable (adults, teenagers and children).
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reporting to the management team within the family hub, the candidate
will:
* Develop and implement appropriate care plans and ensure these are
adhered to.
* Assess housing and support needs using the Care and Case
Management Assessment Tools and approach.
* Have an excellent knowledge and understanding of the Children’s
First Guidelines for Child Protection and Safeguarding.
* Liaise with other individuals within Good Shepherd Cork and
external agencies.
* Adhere to the policies and procedures within Good Shepherd Cork.
* Implement all organisational procedures and policies including
Health & Safety and Child Protection guidelines.
* A genuine interest in the work of Good Shepherd Cork and
commitment to our vision, mission and values.
* Other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: ORLA DONOVAN, MANAGER, **APPLY
ON THE WEBSITE**. INTERESTED CANDIDATES SHOULD COMPLETE AND SUBMIT
ATTACHED GSC APPLICATION FORM TO HELEN BURKE AT **APPLY ON THE
WEBSITE**.
CLOSING DATE: 5: *pm, Monday **Apply on the
website**th October *.
A panel may be formed from applicants for future appointments.
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
