Addiction Treatment and Aftercare Project Worker 
Fixed Term Contract

Join Cork Simon Community and Make a Difference Cork Simon Community stands in solidarity with men and women experiencing homelessness in Cork, offering critical housing and support as they work toward independent living. We are motivated by a deep commitment to social justice and are dedicated to creating a society free from homelessness.

Our work is grounded in six core values: Community, Diversity, Social Justice, Voluntarism, Commitment to Care, and Inclusion. These principles guide everything we do and shape the compassionate, respectful environment we provide for both our residents and our staff.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At Cork Simon Community, we truly value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Professional Development: We provide comprehensive induction and ongoing training to support your growth and learning in the role.
• Career Development: Opportunities to progress to other roles across the organisation.
• Well-being Programme: Prioritizing your mental and physical health through various supports.
• Diverse and Inclusive Environment: We foster a culture of inclusion and value diversity in both our team and the wider community.

Your Role as an Addiction Treatment and Aftercare Project Worker

Cork Simon Community is currently seeking motivated and compassionate individuals to join our team as an Addiction Treatment and Aftercare Project Worker. In this vital role, you will coordinate access to addiction treatment services, provide aftercare housing and support, and promote long-term recovery pathways for individuals experiencing homelessness.

This is an incredibly rewarding role that allows for continued learning and professional development, guided by Cork Simon’s values and best practice care models such as Trauma-Informed Practice and Harm Reduction.

Some Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitation and Coordination: Rapidly assess and facilitate access to addiction treatment services for clients, ensuring seamless transitions and continuity of care.
• One-to-One Support and Case Management: Provide personalized support and case management for residents in pre-treatment and aftercare phases, including assistance with housing, training, and recovery programs.
• Collaboration and Networking: Build and maintain strong links with addiction treatment providers, community organizations, and homeless services to ensure coordinated care.
• Promotion and Advocacy: Promote the project to residents, service users, and stakeholders, encouraging participation in treatment and recovery programs.
• Administrative Duties: Maintain detailed case notes, care plans, and high-quality reports while adhering to data protection and reporting requirements.
• Health and Safety Compliance: Ensure compliance with health and safety policies, conduct property checks, and participate in relevant training.
• Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with various Cork Simon Community teams and external partners to support project objectives and provide coverage when needed.
• Professional Development and Performance Monitoring: Engage in supervision, professional development, and performance monitoring through key indicators such as effective communication, teamwork, and positive client outcomes.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Experience: At least two years of experience working with marginalized groups, especially people experiencing homelessness or addiction, and case management experience.
• Knowledge: Understanding of recovery orientation, addiction treatment models, and harm reduction strategies.
• Skills: Strong case management, care planning, advocacy, record-keeping, and report-writing skills.
• Qualifications: Relevant third-level qualification in social care, drug and alcohol training, first aid certification,
• Full clean driving license, and access to a car.

How to Apply

Are you ready to work with us and contribute to a better society? You can do this by accessing the Recruitment Pack and Application Form below, or visiting our website at www.corksimon.ie/work-with-us, or requesting it via email at recruit@corksimon.ie or by phone at 021 4929408.

To Apply: Complete the job Application Form as detailed above.

Application Deadline: Wednesday, 8th January 2025 at 12 noon.

Cork Simon Community is committed to equality of opportunity.