COBH YOUTH SERVICES LTD.
1 YEAR FIXED TERM
We are seeking an experienced, positive, creative and flexible, fully
qualified Youth Worker, to manage and co-ordinate a high quality
service for the young people attending the Centre, After-School and
Youth Caf? of Cobh Youth Services Ltd.
Reporting to the Board of Directors, you will provide support to young
people engaged with the service & will provide leadership to staff.
You will build strong collaborative relationships with
parents/guardians, local schools, Tusla, Cork ETB, Solas etc.
ESSENTIAL:
* Minimum of BA (Level 7) in Youth Work/Youth & Community Care, or
equivalent.
* Minimum 3 years postgraduate experience in a
co-ordinator/manager/supervisor role.
* Excellent communication and organisational skills.
* Familiar with relevant legislation and child protection policies.
DESIRABLE:
* Strong IT skills.
* Budgeting experience.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES (INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO)
* Ensure compliance and best practice in all areas of Child
Protection and Welfare in Cobh YS Ltd.
* Provide leadership, line management and support to staff and
ensure best practice.
* Ensure that all policies are in line with government guidance and
statutory requirements.
* Plan, implement and review programmes for children and young
people based on an assessment of group/individual needs.
* Liaise effectively with statutory, community and voluntary bodies.
* Gather information and prepare reports for the Board of Directors.
* Ensure all records and returns in relation to Pobal, payroll,
supplier and contractor payments are managed in a timely manner.
* Identify training needs and implement relevant training
programmes.
* Manage all aspects of the service within Cobh YS Ltd.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
_EDUCATION_
* Relevant Level 7 qualification in youth work.
* Professional management qualification preferred.
_EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE_
* Previous experience managing a youth service.
* Knowledge of the Children?s first Act **Apply on the website**
and Children?s First National Guidance for the protection and
Welfare of Children **Apply on the website**.
* Knowledge of the Pobal system and funding applications.
* Experience of implementing policies and procedures in line with
Child Protection and Tulsa requirements.
* Knowledge of youth sector practices, criteria and professional
standards.
_COMPETENCES REQUIRED_
* Strong interpersonal skills.
* Clear written and verbal communication skills.
* Strong Leadership Skills to motivate and develop staff to deliver
a quality service.
* Capacity to work effectively under pressure.
* Committed to meeting the needs of young people.
* Flexibility and ability to manage and be responsive to change.
_PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES_
* Integrity, honesty, confidentiality and builds trust with others.
* Team player and with flexible approach.
* Respect for the values and ethos of Cobh YS Ltd.
NOTES:
The role is subject to garda vetting.
Flexibility in working hours is a requirement for the position.
Contract is a 1 year fixed term; there will be a probation period of
six months.
Starting Salary ?**Apply on the website**,**Apply on the website**.
_Please see Job Description attached below._
Due to current restrictions, application is by email only.
Email applications with CV and cover letter to Anne Roche **Apply on
the website**
Contact Number **Apply on the website**
Closing Date: 5.**Apply on the website**pm Friday **Apply on the
website**rd April **Apply on the website**
Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
Shortlisting will apply.
CO-ORDINATOR
COBH YOUTH SERVICES LTD.
1 YEAR FIXED TERM
We are seeking an experienced, positive, creative and flexible, fully
qualified Youth Worker, to manage and co-ordinate a high quality
service for the young people attending the Centre, After-School and
Youth Caf? of Cobh Youth Services Ltd.
Reporting to the Board of Directors, you will provide support to young
people engaged with the service & will provide leadership to staff.
You will build strong collaborative relationships with
parents/guardians, local schools, Tusla, Cork ETB, Solas etc.
ESSENTIAL:
* Minimum of BA (Level 7) in Youth Work/Youth & Community Care, or
equivalent.
* Minimum 3 years postgraduate experience in a
co-ordinator/manager/supervisor role.
* Excellent communication and organisational skills.
* Familiar with relevant legislation and child protection policies.
DESIRABLE:
* Strong IT skills.
* Budgeting experience.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES (INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO)
* Ensure compliance and best practice in all areas of Child
Protection and Welfare in Cobh YS Ltd.
* Provide leadership, line management and support to staff and
ensure best practice.
* Ensure that all policies are in line with government guidance and
statutory requirements.
* Plan, implement and review programmes for children and young
people based on an assessment of group/individual needs.
* Liaise effectively with statutory, community and voluntary bodies.
* Gather information and prepare reports for the Board of Directors.
* Ensure all records and returns in relation to Pobal, payroll,
supplier and contractor payments are managed in a timely manner.
* Identify training needs and implement relevant training
programmes.
* Manage all aspects of the service within Cobh YS Ltd.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
_EDUCATION_
* Relevant Level 7 qualification in youth work.
* Professional management qualification preferred.
_EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE_
* Previous experience managing a youth service.
* Knowledge of the Children?s first Act **Apply on the website**
and Children?s First National Guidance for the protection and
Welfare of Children **Apply on the website**.
* Knowledge of the Pobal system and funding applications.
* Experience of implementing policies and procedures in line with
Child Protection and Tulsa requirements.
* Knowledge of youth sector practices, criteria and professional
standards.
_COMPETENCES REQUIRED_
* Strong interpersonal skills.
* Clear written and verbal communication skills.
* Strong Leadership Skills to motivate and develop staff to deliver
a quality service.
* Capacity to work effectively under pressure.
* Committed to meeting the needs of young people.
* Flexibility and ability to manage and be responsive to change.
_PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES_
* Integrity, honesty, confidentiality and builds trust with others.
* Team player and with flexible approach.
* Respect for the values and ethos of Cobh YS Ltd.
NOTES:
The role is subject to garda vetting.
Flexibility in working hours is a requirement for the position.
Contract is a 1 year fixed term; there will be a probation period of
six months.
Starting Salary ?**Apply on the website**,**Apply on the website**.
_Please see Job Description attached below._
Due to current restrictions, application is by email only.
Email applications with CV and cover letter to Anne Roche **Apply on
the website**
Contact Number **Apply on the website**
Closing Date: 5.**Apply on the website**pm Friday **Apply on the
website**rd April **Apply on the website**
Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
Shortlisting will apply.
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
