JOB TITLE : Project Worker, Young Parents Support Project
Job Reference: FRGJOB_924

Foróige is the National Youth Development Organisation, which promotes and fosters youth development through the operation of various youth services in urban and rural areas throughout the country. Foróige is currently recruiting for the following position:

PROJECT WORKER

Project Summary

The YPSP working model is based on offering support in all areas of the young person’s life – health, relationships, accommodation, social welfare entitlements, education, training, child development, parenting, childcare, legal issues, antenatal education, and anything concerning the young parents' life. Typically, referrals to YPSP come from young parents themselves, family members, antenatal clinics, maternity services, friends, teachers, youth services, training agencies, social workers, public health nurses and others interested in the welfare of young parents. Support is provided on a one-to-one basis, through group activities and through referral to other services. One-to-one support is delivered through home visits, office appointments and meetings away from the YPSP site.

The successful applicant will have the following essential requirements;

• Education to National Diploma or Degree standard (note: candidates with exceptional, relevant work experience may also be considered in lieu of degree qualifications)
• Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of Foróige’s philosophy and approach to youth work and engaging young people and families.
• Ability to work in an efficient manner and to lead and motivate others.
• Car owner with full driving licence

Please view the Job spec for full list of requirements.

Applications for the above vacancy should be made by way of Foróige Application form.

The full job spec is available on the Foróige website. Please fill out our online application form to apply.

The deadline for returning completed application forms is Thursday 11th of July 2024 at 12noon.

Foróige is committed to a policy of Equality of Opportunity in its employment practices.