Project Worker- Finglas, Family Resource Centre
Finglas, Family Resource Centre, Dublin 11
Why work at Barnardos?
Are you a purpose driven individual who is passionate about making a difference and helping some of society’s most vulnerable children? At Barnardos, we pride ourselves on delivering impactful services that make a difference to the lives of children and families across Ireland.
We believe that childhood lasts a lifetime. As trauma informed specialists our core purpose is to provide the necessary support for children to overcome childhood adversity, embedding a trauma informed ethos and practice into every service we provide.
What we can offer you:
As a Project Worker, we appreciate the value of your time when providing essential services, that’s why we have the necessary support structures and network in place that will allow you to make a real impact on the lives of children across Ireland. We also offer the following:
- Barnardos offers a competitive salary – recognising the experience you bring to the role
- Generous annual leave entitlements plus discretionary Company days
- Employee pension scheme with employer contribution/ Company Sick Pay Scheme
- Access to regular trauma informed support, supervision, training and many other professional development opportunities
- Tax saver and bike to work schemes in operation
- Access to the Employee Assistance/Wellbeing programme for employees and their immediate family members
What’s the Role and Service?
We are looking for an experienced project worker to join our team in our family resources centre in Finglas, North Dublin.
In this role, you will work with the Finglas West community to ascertain the needs of the area and build confidence and the capacity of the community, families and children through the development and support of appropriate programmes and activities.
What will my day to day look like?
In this role you will aim to increase the reach of the Finglas West Family Resource Centre (FWFRC), by engaging and providing supports to children and families who are not currently receiving supports at the FRC. Your responsibilities will include:
- To assess the needs of the Finglas West community, children and the families engaging with the project
- To adapt Evidence Informed approaches to meet the identified need
- To work with children and families living in the Finglas West community in a variety of ways, including providing information and advice, group work and school based programmes. Working in the centre, on an outreach basis and in the community
- To be vigilant for signs of physical, sexual and emotional abuse, neglect and any concerns regarding the welfare of children. To record concerns promptly and accurately. To consult with the Designated Person and take appropriate action in accordance with Barnardos Child Protection policy
- To liaise effectively with families and other statutory, community and voluntary bodies
- To gather information statistics and prepare reports as required, including administration of databases as appropriate to the role
What experience do I need?
- A minimum of 2 years post qualification experience of working with vulnerable children and their families
- Experience of planning, implementing and reviewing programmes with children and/or families
- Good working knowledge of Child Protection Legislation and Guidelines
- Experience of working in the community or a community based programme is essential
- Knowledge and understanding of community development principles and practices
- Experience of evidence informed practices relating to children and families
Do I need a qualification?
Yes, to be considered for this role you will hold a recognised third level practice qualification (minimum Level 7 on the QQI) in one of the following:
- Social Care / Education / Social Work / Youth Work / Early Childhood Care /Education Or related discipline (Nursing, Psychology, Early Years’ Education).
Additional Information
The post-holder is initially assigned to work in the Finglas family resource centre, but may be required in the future to work in other project(s) in the North Dublin area in line with Organisational needs.
A full driving licence and access to the use of a suitably insured car is essential.
Application Procedure
Download your application form
Shortlisting will apply (please note, CVs are not accepted on their own, candidates must complete and submit our application form through Barnardos website).
Candidates who are moved to the 2nd stage of our Recruitment process are required to complete a medical questionnaire and the E-Vetting process. References will also be taken up at this stage.
Vacancy Details
LOCATION
Finglas, Family Resource Centre, Dublin 11
Employment Type
Part Time- 3 Year Fixed Term Contract (Year 1:15hrs per week Year 2/3: 9hrs per week)
Salary
€13,870.03 - €21,438.94 Pro-rated for 15 hours per week (Depending on experience)
Contact Person
Rhian McEvoy on 0867966255 or [email protected]
Closing Date
Interview Date
To be confirmed