Position Title: Keyworker

The Employer:

Crosscare is the social care agency of the Dublin Diocese and is a registered charity.

Crosscare delivers services with a servant leadership ethos. Crosscare’s Homeless, Youth, Information and Advocacy Teams support those most in need with Love, Respect and Excellence.

Location: Johnstown/ Greystones/ Wicklow/ Arklow

Work Schedule: 35 hours

Contract: Full Time Permanent

Salary: Crosscare Band D €32574 to €45795

Reporting to:The post holder will be responsible to Crosscare Counselling Service Manager or nominated Deputy.

The Role:

To work alongside a team of counsellors supporting young people and parents.

General Responsibilities:

• To engage with young people and/or parents while on a waiting list.
• Attend regular meetings and be able to give updates on client status.
• To develop strategic partnerships with other agencies in the area.   
• To work alongside a team of counsellors and collaborate in best outcomes for clients.
• Offer short programmes to young people and parents on current issues such as anxiety and school avoidance. 
• Be creative in designing new programmes for current issues.
• To submit data, keep programme records and provide updates and reports as requested. 
• To prepare and submit outcome reports as requested. 
• To take part in ongoing approved training to enhance outcomes for the client group.          

General  

• To work and promote the ethos and mission of Crosscare and uphold its values in all areas of work. 
• To observe the policies and procedures of the project and Crosscare. 
• Flexibility in practice as required i.e. out of hours, provision of new programmes and service initiatives

Essential Requirements:

The candidate must, at the latest date for receipt of completed application:
Be in possession of a recognised 3rd Level qualification in Addiction / Social Care / Youth Work or a related field. 

Job skills/Experience: 

• Must be able to work as part of a team.
• Must have strong track record in community-based programmes and in supporting strategic partnerships with other agencies. 
• Must have experience of interagency work. 
• Must have a high level of knowledge and experience of working with young people and parental support work.

Personal Skills/Attributes:

• A commitment to social justice and to treating people with dignity and respect.
• An understanding of the principles of teamwork and the ability to work on your own initiative as well as part of a team 
• Flexibility, good time management and work in a professional manner. 
• A full Driving License and access to own transport. 

Benefits:

• Competitive salaries                         
• Generous annual leave
• Additional leave for long service
• Training and Development Programmes
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Digital Doctor Service 
• Competitive pension plan   
• Bike to Work Scheme

In Crosscare, we approach our work with an attitude of service, showing love, care and kindness in all interactions with others. We treat people with a level of respect they will remember long after our service and support have been received.  We strive for excellence in everything we do. Our clients, young people and service users deserve it.

Application Process: 

Please submit your CV and Cover Letter clearly stating which role you are applying for.

Closing date for applications is 20/02/25 at 4PM

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Crosscare is an equal opportunities employer. 
Garda Vetting will apply to this role.