HEALTHCARE INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR THE POST OF:
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WORKER - TRAVELLERS MENS HEALTH
This is a Part-Time Position Two Days Per Week, working in
collaboration with Meath Traveller Primary Healthcare Post.
Meath Travellers Workshop is seeking a dynamic person for the post of
Community Development Worker for Travellers Men’s Health with the
aim of Continuing to enhance the work of the organisation by engaging
directly with Traveller men and service providers to address and
highlight the health needs and issues in the Community.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:
* To address the key areas of Travellers Mens Health as outlined in
the National Traveller Health Action Plan * and
the All-Ireland Traveller Health Study (AITHS **Apply on the
website**)
* To establish channels of Communication with all Traveller men
throughout County Meath and promote engagement and participation.
* To build the capacity of Traveller men to take more control over
their health and gain a greater understanding of the wider
determinants of health.
* To represent the issues of Travellers men’s Health on a Range of
Forums as relevant.
* To work in partnership with relevant agencies to promote the
understanding of factors affecting Traveller Men.
* To work towards a greater inclusion of Traveller Men in Mainstream
Services.
* To Engage with coordinator of Traveller Men’s shed based in
Meath Travellers Workshop and work in conjunction with Meath
Travellers Workshop HSE Meath Primary healthcare project for
Travellers
THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WILL BE REQUIRED TO HAVE:
* Qualification in Health / Community Development Related
Discipline.
* nd/or training in Community Development or Health
* Experience of delivering health related activities
* Experience of working with the Traveller Community.
* Excellent Communication skills
* Excellent computer skills – Word, Excel and Email
* Ability to identify needs and arrange activities accordingly
* Experience of working one to one with clients
* Demonstrated ability to work on own initiative and as part of a
team.
* Experience in facilitating group activities for Young People and
Adults.
* Access to own transport and hold a full clean driving licence.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Consultation with Traveller Men throughout county Meath to
identify their needs in relation to Men’s health and wellbeing.
* Build on the work already undertaken by the Traveller Men’s shed
programme and relevant service providers and work with relevant staff
on actions outlined in programme service plan.
* Provide information and sign posting to Traveller Men on Local
services and supports.
* To raise awareness and provide opportunities for Traveller men to
gain a greater understanding of the determinants of Health and the
services that they can access.
* Work with other Traveller projects to share information and
develop activities to support Mens Health and Wellbeing.
* To work in partnership with relevant agencies to promote the
understanding of factors affecting Traveller Men.
* Represent and Highlight Travellers Mens Health and support
participation and engagement by Traveller Men on a range of local
forums where relevant.
* Support Traveller Men to increase their participation and
engagement in local services.
* Manage required administration, IT, data keeping and report
writing for the post.
* Attend Training when required.
* Any other duties deemed necessary by the management.
NOTE: This position is subject to Garda Vetting and Reference checks
HOW TO APPLY:
For Further Information and a full job description contact: **Apply on
the website**
TO APPLY: please submit your CV and letter of application outlining
qualifications, experience and skills specific to the position to the
Manager: **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**
Closing date for receipt of application is the 7TH JAN **APPLY ON THE
WEBSITE**
Interviews to take place on the week beginning **Apply on the
website**th Jan *
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
