JOB TITLE: YOUTH JUSTICE WORKER, ORB YDP
Job Reference: FRGJOB_1112

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:

YOUTH JUSTICE WORKER

Project Summary

Working in a YDP, regardless of the role, will allow you to take a journey with young people and families, who are often the most marginalised and disadvantaged. Many have faced great obstacles, tragedy and adversity in their lives, yet are inspiring in their ability to cope, bounce back and often flourish, once given the appropriate opportunities and support. Foróiges philosophy underpins all of our work and this supports our passionate belief in the importance of giving second chances and opportunities to young people regardless of their circumstances.

The successful applicant will have the following essential requirements;

• Education to Degree standard preferably in the area of Youth/ Justice/ Social / Community Work/Childcare(E) (candidates with exceptional, relevant work experience may also be considered in lieu of degree qualifications)
• Ability to relate to young people and engage the target group (E)
• Relevant paid or voluntary experience of working with young people (E)
• Access to a car and full driving licence. (E)

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 to download from our website www.foroige.ie Please fill out our online application form here to apply.

The deadline for returning completed application forms is Thursday 6th of March at 12 noon.

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