EDUCATION SUPPORT TEAM (BEST) (Grade equivalent to YouthReach
Co-ordinator scale)
ABOUT BEST
BEST is a company limited by guarantee (CLG) and registered charity
and was established in **Apply on the website** as a Ballymun
community response to the significant issue of at-risk and disengaged
young people within the education system. BEST currently receives its
funding from TESS SCP.
BEST has a clear child centred approach as the core of its ethos. The
focus of the work is delivering tailored support to children and young
people in and out of school, at primary and post primary level, who
present with complex needs. These needs stem from multiple factors
impacting the community including; intergenerational trauma, mental
health, drug use, violence, poverty and the resulting experiences of
living in cycles of crisis.
THE ROLE
The Project Manager will under the direction of the Board of Directors
and in line with the funding requirements of TESS SCP, drive the child
centred ethos of BEST. This role has four key areas of focus;
* Strategic assessment of the school and community context in
conjunction with relevant stakeholders to establish the areas of
highest needs and develop appropriate interventions
* Implementation of the child/young person intake framework process
to focus on targeting the most at risk within these contexts.
* Overseeing the development and delivery of best practice models of
intervention in line with the complex need presentation.
* Supported management of the project team in meeting the
multifaceted needs of the target group with specific focus on
supervision, and capacity of the team, as well as supporting skill
development aligned with the evolving needs of the target group. ?
OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL DEMONSTRATE THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES:
_STRATEGIC THINKING_
* The capacity to plan and deliver services in an effective and
resourceful manner.
* Working in collaboration with community and school stakeholders,
demonstrate initiative and innovation in identifying areas for service
improvement and extension.
* Demonstrate the ability to evaluate information and make effective
decisions and seek out opportunities to better serve the target group.
* Problem solve and adapt to changing circumstances whilst always
keeping to the child and young person-centred ethos of BEST.
* Play an intermediary role between the community and the Board of
Directors, contributing to the development and implementation of
BEST?s strategic plan.
_CHILD AND YOUNG PERSON-CENTRED PRACTICE AND APPROACH_
* Possess a high level of insight into the needs and complexities
that arise for young people and their families living in cycles of
crisis.
* Advocate for marginalised and vulnerable young people, at all
levels in the community, including the planning and implementation of
the annual Retention Plan.
* Develop a strategy with the ethos of empowering young people,
supporting them to develop coping mechanisms and resilience in the
face of adversity and supporting them in their life transitions.?
* Treat children/young people and their families with dignity and
respect, promoting a culture of unconditional positive regard at all
times.
* Ensure the best interests of the young people are central at all
times, being aware of the remit, expertise and limitations of BEST and
the need for onward referrals/signposting to more appropriate
services, where relevant.
* Demonstrate sufficient professional policy and legislative
knowledge to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role
appropriately e.g. a working knowledge of the Children First
Guidelines and requirements as related to the function of the role.
* Demonstrate an ability to apply theory to practice in the delivery
of services to the young people and children.
* Be one of the nominated DLP.
_LEADERSHIP AND TEAM DEVELOPMENT _
* Deliver an effective, sustainable and supportive service through
your ability to lead the team with integrity and by example, balancing
accountability, competence, professional development and self-care.
* Possess the skills to meet the organisational and professional
objectives through supervision and reflective practice.
* Create a safe and trusting environment where team members can
share challenges, successes and problem solve collaboratively.
* Provide opportunities for experiential learning to enable team
members to upskill themselves and develop their own professional
practice within their work with the young people.
* Role model and promote a developed sense of professional self-care
and emotional awareness to support team members to provide a
regulated, supported and consistent presence to the target young
people.
* Identify a range of tools, including appraisals and training needs
to motivate and support staff in continuous professional development,
that meet the current and emerging needs of the target group.
_PLANNING & DELIVERY _
* Work within the agreed governance structures and budget, plan for,
organise and facilitate the provision of best practice interventions
and supports for the targeted young people.
* Compile and deliver reporting, administration and forward planning
as required by governance, to ensure compliance and ongoing
sustainability of project; including update to and co-ordination of
monthly Board of Directors meeting, audit requirements, quarterly
financial reporting, annual retention plan co-ordination and
completion, AGM reporting.
* Carry out significant day-to-day team management duties and
administration in a timely and effective way including budget and
finance oversight, recruitment and HR responsibilities, scheduling
etc.
* Implement, review and monitor interventions to evaluate outcomes
for individuals and programme overall.
* Demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement and assuring
high standards, vigilant of opportunities to improve and extend the
impact within BEST?s purpose and mission.
_EXCELLENT INTERPERSONAL SKILLS _
* Demonstrate the ability to empathise with and treat others with
dignity and respect.
* Demonstrate flexibility and openness to change.
* Display effective interpersonal and communication (verbal and
written) skills including skills in mediation, conciliation and
advocacy, and the ability to collaborate with stakeholders in
delivering the strategic plan of the organisation in service of the
target group and their community.
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, ETC
ESSENTIAL
Eligible applicants must possess a relevant third level degree
qualification, e.g., Psychology, Applied Social Care, Social Work,
Education, Youth Work, or an equivalent qualification, AND additional
post graduate qualifications in a relevant field.??????
?????
AND
Candidates must have at least 5 years? experience of working with
children and young people in crisis.
AND
Candidates must have at least 3 years? experience in team leadership
of multidisciplinary teams and/or supervision of others, preferably in
the area of working with young people in crisis.
DESIRABLE
Additional post graduate qualifications in a relevant therapeutic
field such as counselling, art/play creative therapy, child and
adolescent mental health.
Proficiency in IT skills relevant to the role (Microsoft Office,
Zoom/Teams).
The above Job Specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list
of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be
required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post and to
contribute to the development of the post while in office.
BEST is an equal opportunities employer. Garda vetting required.
Applications to recruitment **Apply on the website**
Closing date Friday **Apply on the website**th of June @5pm.
SCHOOL COMPLETION PROGRAMME (SCP) PROJECT MANAGER ? BALLYMUN
EDUCATION SUPPORT TEAM (BEST) (Grade equivalent to YouthReach
Co-ordinator scale)
ABOUT BEST
BEST is a company limited by guarantee (CLG) and registered charity
and was established in **Apply on the website** as a Ballymun
community response to the significant issue of at-risk and disengaged
young people within the education system. BEST currently receives its
funding from TESS SCP.
BEST has a clear child centred approach as the core of its ethos. The
focus of the work is delivering tailored support to children and young
people in and out of school, at primary and post primary level, who
present with complex needs. These needs stem from multiple factors
impacting the community including; intergenerational trauma, mental
health, drug use, violence, poverty and the resulting experiences of
living in cycles of crisis.
THE ROLE
The Project Manager will under the direction of the Board of Directors
and in line with the funding requirements of TESS SCP, drive the child
centred ethos of BEST. This role has four key areas of focus;
* Strategic assessment of the school and community context in
conjunction with relevant stakeholders to establish the areas of
highest needs and develop appropriate interventions
* Implementation of the child/young person intake framework process
to focus on targeting the most at risk within these contexts.
* Overseeing the development and delivery of best practice models of
intervention in line with the complex need presentation.
* Supported management of the project team in meeting the
multifaceted needs of the target group with specific focus on
supervision, and capacity of the team, as well as supporting skill
development aligned with the evolving needs of the target group. ?
OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL DEMONSTRATE THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES:
_STRATEGIC THINKING_
* The capacity to plan and deliver services in an effective and
resourceful manner.
* Working in collaboration with community and school stakeholders,
demonstrate initiative and innovation in identifying areas for service
improvement and extension.
* Demonstrate the ability to evaluate information and make effective
decisions and seek out opportunities to better serve the target group.
* Problem solve and adapt to changing circumstances whilst always
keeping to the child and young person-centred ethos of BEST.
* Play an intermediary role between the community and the Board of
Directors, contributing to the development and implementation of
BEST?s strategic plan.
_CHILD AND YOUNG PERSON-CENTRED PRACTICE AND APPROACH_
* Possess a high level of insight into the needs and complexities
that arise for young people and their families living in cycles of
crisis.
* Advocate for marginalised and vulnerable young people, at all
levels in the community, including the planning and implementation of
the annual Retention Plan.
* Develop a strategy with the ethos of empowering young people,
supporting them to develop coping mechanisms and resilience in the
face of adversity and supporting them in their life transitions.?
* Treat children/young people and their families with dignity and
respect, promoting a culture of unconditional positive regard at all
times.
* Ensure the best interests of the young people are central at all
times, being aware of the remit, expertise and limitations of BEST and
the need for onward referrals/signposting to more appropriate
services, where relevant.
* Demonstrate sufficient professional policy and legislative
knowledge to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role
appropriately e.g. a working knowledge of the Children First
Guidelines and requirements as related to the function of the role.
* Demonstrate an ability to apply theory to practice in the delivery
of services to the young people and children.
* Be one of the nominated DLP.
_LEADERSHIP AND TEAM DEVELOPMENT _
* Deliver an effective, sustainable and supportive service through
your ability to lead the team with integrity and by example, balancing
accountability, competence, professional development and self-care.
* Possess the skills to meet the organisational and professional
objectives through supervision and reflective practice.
* Create a safe and trusting environment where team members can
share challenges, successes and problem solve collaboratively.
* Provide opportunities for experiential learning to enable team
members to upskill themselves and develop their own professional
practice within their work with the young people.
* Role model and promote a developed sense of professional self-care
and emotional awareness to support team members to provide a
regulated, supported and consistent presence to the target young
people.
* Identify a range of tools, including appraisals and training needs
to motivate and support staff in continuous professional development,
that meet the current and emerging needs of the target group.
_PLANNING & DELIVERY _
* Work within the agreed governance structures and budget, plan for,
organise and facilitate the provision of best practice interventions
and supports for the targeted young people.
* Compile and deliver reporting, administration and forward planning
as required by governance, to ensure compliance and ongoing
sustainability of project; including update to and co-ordination of
monthly Board of Directors meeting, audit requirements, quarterly
financial reporting, annual retention plan co-ordination and
completion, AGM reporting.
* Carry out significant day-to-day team management duties and
administration in a timely and effective way including budget and
finance oversight, recruitment and HR responsibilities, scheduling
etc.
* Implement, review and monitor interventions to evaluate outcomes
for individuals and programme overall.
* Demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement and assuring
high standards, vigilant of opportunities to improve and extend the
impact within BEST?s purpose and mission.
_EXCELLENT INTERPERSONAL SKILLS _
* Demonstrate the ability to empathise with and treat others with
dignity and respect.
* Demonstrate flexibility and openness to change.
* Display effective interpersonal and communication (verbal and
written) skills including skills in mediation, conciliation and
advocacy, and the ability to collaborate with stakeholders in
delivering the strategic plan of the organisation in service of the
target group and their community.
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, ETC
ESSENTIAL
Eligible applicants must possess a relevant third level degree
qualification, e.g., Psychology, Applied Social Care, Social Work,
Education, Youth Work, or an equivalent qualification, AND additional
post graduate qualifications in a relevant field.??????
?????
AND
Candidates must have at least 5 years? experience of working with
children and young people in crisis.
AND
Candidates must have at least 3 years? experience in team leadership
of multidisciplinary teams and/or supervision of others, preferably in
the area of working with young people in crisis.
DESIRABLE
Additional post graduate qualifications in a relevant therapeutic
field such as counselling, art/play creative therapy, child and
adolescent mental health.
Proficiency in IT skills relevant to the role (Microsoft Office,
Zoom/Teams).
The above Job Specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list
of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be
required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post and to
contribute to the development of the post while in office.
BEST is an equal opportunities employer. Garda vetting required.
Applications to recruitment **Apply on the website**
Closing date Friday **Apply on the website**th of June @5pm.
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
