A vacancy has arisen for a project worker at CARP Killinarden
D.**Apply on the website**. CARP is a community addiction response
programme located in the heart of Tallaght. We develop projects and
services to support individuals in addiction to live sustainable lives
whilst aiming to afford people the opportunity to realise their
potential and experience a high quality of life. The focus of our
activities is on areas where people experience disadvantage. Our
programmes of work are organised across key thematic areas: Community
Employment, Education & Employment, Health & Well Being.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. MANAGE A CASE LOAD OF CLIENTS BY PROVIDING ONE TO ONE KEY WORKING
SESSIONS SET IN A CONFIDENTIAL, SAFE ENVIRONMENT. SESSIONS WILL
CONSIST OF THE FLOWING INTERVENTIONS:
* Initial and comprehensive assessments using the national framework
* Crisis intervention
* Group work (be able to plan ,organise & deliver groups)
* Relapse prevention
* Harm Reduction
* Goal setting using Motivational Interviewing & CRA Protocols
* Developing individual care plan for each client
* Referrals to residential treatment, mental health services,
counselling, education/employment
* Advocacy
* Community reintegration
2. TO SUPPORT INDIVIDUALS IMPACTED BY SUBSTANCE MISUSE WITHIN THE
CONTEXT OF THE AIMS AND OBJECTIVES OF THE PROJECT THROUGH THE
PROVISION OF:
* Information & signposting
* One to one key working sessions
* Group work(be able to plan ,organise &deliver groups)
3. KEY AREAS OF WORK WILL INCLUDE:
* Contribute to the day to day running of the project
* Developing responses to emerging trends in conjunction with the
project manager
* Establishing and maintaining links with statutory, voluntary and
community agencies
* Compiling reports, proposals and briefing documents
* Participate in Team Meetings and assist in developing relevant
actions
* Organizing information sessions and making presentations about the
work of the project
* Keep appropriate records and undertake administration duties as
required
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
* To work as a productive member of the CARP team
* To facilitate appropriate supports for clients via key working and
group work
* Always build therapeutic relationships with clients and maintain
professional boundaries
* To build effective links with other professional organizations in
the community
* Liaise with community groups in the Tallaght area
* To take up training opportunities agreed with Manager
* Any other duties appropriate to the position and agreed with the
Manager
PERSON SPECIFICATION:
_ESSENTIAL CRITERIA_
* Minimum of a level 7 diploma in Community Drugs Work, Addiction
Studies or related field.
* Minimum of 2 years working fulltime in addiction/community
addiction support project
* Experience in key working, care planning and case management
across a continuum of care from active drug use to drug free
interventions
* Accredited in either CRA or Motivational Interviewing
* Have a thorough knowledge of drug related issues and their effect
on individuals, families and communities
* Knowledge and understanding of theory in evidence-based practice
in the field of treatment & rehabilitation.
* Knowledge and understanding of National Drugs policy including
Reducing Harm, Supporting Recovery: A health led response to drug &
alcohol use in Ireland **Apply on the website** ? **Apply on the
website** and the National Drugs Rehabilitation Framework and National
Protocols and Assessment Guidelines.
* Have experience of inter-agency work, involving community,
voluntary and statutory agencies
* Effective written, oral and interpersonal communication skills,
including IT skills
* Must have administration capacity to discharge the functions of
the post
* Must be personally motivated and have the ability to work on own
initiative
* Garda Vetting required
APPLICATION PROCESS
APPLICATIONS EMAIL ONLY
A copy of your CV and application letter outlining relevant experience
to be sent to: **Apply on the website**
CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF CV AND LETTER - MONDAY **APPLY ON THE
WEBSITE**TH JANUARY **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**
Late applications cannot be considered.
JOB DESCRIPTION
A vacancy has arisen for a project worker at CARP Killinarden
D.**Apply on the website**. CARP is a community addiction response
programme located in the heart of Tallaght. We develop projects and
services to support individuals in addiction to live sustainable lives
whilst aiming to afford people the opportunity to realise their
potential and experience a high quality of life. The focus of our
activities is on areas where people experience disadvantage. Our
programmes of work are organised across key thematic areas: Community
Employment, Education & Employment, Health & Well Being.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. MANAGE A CASE LOAD OF CLIENTS BY PROVIDING ONE TO ONE KEY WORKING
SESSIONS SET IN A CONFIDENTIAL, SAFE ENVIRONMENT. SESSIONS WILL
CONSIST OF THE FLOWING INTERVENTIONS:
* Initial and comprehensive assessments using the national framework
* Crisis intervention
* Group work (be able to plan ,organise & deliver groups)
* Relapse prevention
* Harm Reduction
* Goal setting using Motivational Interviewing & CRA Protocols
* Developing individual care plan for each client
* Referrals to residential treatment, mental health services,
counselling, education/employment
* Advocacy
* Community reintegration
2. TO SUPPORT INDIVIDUALS IMPACTED BY SUBSTANCE MISUSE WITHIN THE
CONTEXT OF THE AIMS AND OBJECTIVES OF THE PROJECT THROUGH THE
PROVISION OF:
* Information & signposting
* One to one key working sessions
* Group work(be able to plan ,organise &deliver groups)
3. KEY AREAS OF WORK WILL INCLUDE:
* Contribute to the day to day running of the project
* Developing responses to emerging trends in conjunction with the
project manager
* Establishing and maintaining links with statutory, voluntary and
community agencies
* Compiling reports, proposals and briefing documents
* Participate in Team Meetings and assist in developing relevant
actions
* Organizing information sessions and making presentations about the
work of the project
* Keep appropriate records and undertake administration duties as
required
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
* To work as a productive member of the CARP team
* To facilitate appropriate supports for clients via key working and
group work
* Always build therapeutic relationships with clients and maintain
professional boundaries
* To build effective links with other professional organizations in
the community
* Liaise with community groups in the Tallaght area
* To take up training opportunities agreed with Manager
* Any other duties appropriate to the position and agreed with the
Manager
PERSON SPECIFICATION:
_ESSENTIAL CRITERIA_
* Minimum of a level 7 diploma in Community Drugs Work, Addiction
Studies or related field.
* Minimum of 2 years working fulltime in addiction/community
addiction support project
* Experience in key working, care planning and case management
across a continuum of care from active drug use to drug free
interventions
* Accredited in either CRA or Motivational Interviewing
* Have a thorough knowledge of drug related issues and their effect
on individuals, families and communities
* Knowledge and understanding of theory in evidence-based practice
in the field of treatment & rehabilitation.
* Knowledge and understanding of National Drugs policy including
Reducing Harm, Supporting Recovery: A health led response to drug &
alcohol use in Ireland **Apply on the website** ? **Apply on the
website** and the National Drugs Rehabilitation Framework and National
Protocols and Assessment Guidelines.
* Have experience of inter-agency work, involving community,
voluntary and statutory agencies
* Effective written, oral and interpersonal communication skills,
including IT skills
* Must have administration capacity to discharge the functions of
the post
* Must be personally motivated and have the ability to work on own
initiative
* Garda Vetting required
APPLICATION PROCESS
APPLICATIONS EMAIL ONLY
A copy of your CV and application letter outlining relevant experience
to be sent to: **Apply on the website**
CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF CV AND LETTER - MONDAY **APPLY ON THE
WEBSITE**TH JANUARY **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**
Late applications cannot be considered.
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
