Galway Simon Community: Team Leaders, Housing Support Officer & Housing Care Assistant

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Galway Simon Community is currently recruiting for the following positions:

Team Leader – Emergency Services

Location: Galway City

Contract Details: 3 Year Fixed Term Contract, 37 hours per week

Salary: HSE Social Care Leader 01/03/2023 salary scale €51,666 - €60,336 (pro rata)

Job Purpose: 

The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day operations and key working case management of the Emergency Service at Abbey House. They will take an active role in service development, lead and motivate a team of staff and volunteers to ensure that services are safe, align with best practice and are responsive to the needs of clients.

How To Apply: 

All applicants should submit a CV to jobs@galwaysimon.ie, by 5pm on closing date, 7th October 2024. The Service Manager is available to give an overview of the service and the development plans to candidates if desired. Applications will be shortlisted on a regular basis, and we may offer the post before the closing date.

Team Leader – County Outreach

Location: Galway County

Contract Details: Specific Purpose Contract, 37 hours on average per week

Salary: HSE Social Care Leader salary scale 01/03/2023 €51,666 – €60,336 (pro rata)

Job Purpose: 

The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day operations and key working case management of the Homeless Services provided by Galway Simon Community throughout County Galway. They will take an active role in service development, lead and motivate a team of staff and volunteers to ensure that services are safe, align with best practice and are responsive to the needs of clients.

How To Apply: 

All applicants should submit a CV to jobs@galwaysimon.ie, by 5pm on closing date, 7th October 2024. Applications will be shortlisted on a regular basis, and we may offer the post before the closing date.

Housing Support Officer (HSO) – Prevention Services

Location: Galway City

Contract Details: 2 Year Fixed Term Contract, full time, 37 hours per week

Salary: HSE Social Care Worker 01/03/23 salary scale €36,195 - €51,941 (pro rata)

Job Purpose: 

The provision and co-ordination of safe homeless prevention support services (Tenancy Sustainment, Rapid Prevention, Women & Families Service & Social Inclusion). The successful candidate will work both independently and as part of a team, coordinating the delivery of wrap around case management supports to people at risk of homelessness and social isolation; with the aim of providing, emotional & physical safety, and housing stability; to enable sustainable independent living, the development of socially valued roles and meaningful community integration.

How To Apply:

All applicants should submit a CV to jobs@galwaysimon.ie, by 5pm on closing date, 7th October 2024. Applications will be shortlisted on a regular basis and we may offer the post before the closing date.

Housing Care Assistant (HSA) – Community Housing (County)

Location: Galway County

Contract Details: Permanent Contract, 37 hours per week over 7 days

Salary: HSE Health Care Assistant 01/03/23 salary scale €31,723 - €40,738 (pro rata)

Job Purpose:

Housing Support Assistants work across our housing service, and community support services working alongside our Housing Support Officers, delivering practical and emotional supports to clients as part of their overall support plan. The successful candidate will act as a key member of the team, ensuring the day-to-day safe running of the service, and in helping clients maximise their housing security or, building connections in the community, supporting and preparing them for move-on and independent living, as appropriate. This involves delivering practical supports, the purpose of which will be to assist people in areas such as health and well-being, self-care, personal administration, and home management as necessary, using a trauma informed approach.

How To Apply: 

All applicants should submit a CV to jobs@galwaysimon.ie, by 5pm on closing date, 7th October 2024. Applications will be shortlisted on a regular basis and we may offer the post before the closing date.

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Region: Galway