FamiliBase is a centre for children, young people and families based in Dublin 10. FamiliBase has three strands of service delivery i.e. Early Years and Afterschool, Child and Family and Youth and Community. FamiliBase operates an integrated model of practice. Programme delivery in FamiliBase occurs at different levels i.e. from universal level to intensive wrap around for those with multiple or more complex needs. FamiliBase could be described as a ‘one stop shop’ of supports for children, young people and families.

FamiliBase Early Years & After-School Strand is seeking to recruit a 

Senior Inclusion Coordinator

As a Senior Inclusion Coordinator, you are responsible for leading and overseeing the work of the aim support practitioners and other support staff in delivering targeted interventions and programmes for children. Maintaining accurate records and prepare reports and participate in meetings to discuss children’s development.

Your role will also involve coordinating and delivering programmes like Talk Boost, Theraplay and other support programmes (training will be provided) ensuring these programmes are effectively implemented to support the development and inclusion of all children in the Early Years.

This role is pivotal in ensuring that all children receive the necessary support to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Key responsibilities

1. Leadership and support: lead a team of aim support workers and other support workers, providing guidance and supervision.
2. Parental Involvement: Engage with families, involving them in the intervention process and providing them with strategies to support their child’s development.
3. Programme Coordination and Delivery: Actively coordinate and deliver intervention programs like Talk Boost, Theraplay, and any additional programs aimed at supporting children’s language, communication, family and overall development.
4. Referral, liaising and engaging with other professionals relevant to the child and family’s needs to develop a care plan for identified children
5. Coordinated different streams of funding to support the child’s participation e.g. NCS, Sponsorship etc.
6. Liaising with Early Years Specialists to develop strategies to support participation to ensure all children and their families are supported.
7. Working closely with parents and other professionals, including the Early Years Specialists in cases where a child has complex additional needs which require more targeted supports and/ or additional assistance.
8. Working in partnership with other professionals, including the Early Years Specialists and Special Education Needs Organisers (SENOs) as appropriate, to support the transition of children to primary school.
9. Participating in any relevant evaluation, AIM review or other inclusion/ support programmes to inform future practice and policy developments

Essential Criteria

• A recognised qualification that is approved under the Early Years (Pre-school) Regulations.
• Experience of working with children for a minimum of 1 year.
• An understanding of the Access and Inclusion Model.
• Proficiency in using computers for data management, documentation, and communication.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team and engage effectively with parents.

Salary: Based on experience and Qualifications
Hours: 38 Hours Per Week

FamiliBase Employee Benefits

• Excellent training opportunities and continuous professional development
• Dynamic and diverse work environment within a multi-disciplinary team
• Pension
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme
• 25 days annual leave per annum
• 4 additional company days per annum
• Team wellness days
• Sick pay benefit following probationary period
• Positive working environment with family friendly ethos and work-life balance

Application is by way of CV and a Cover Letter. Closing dates for the role is 28/10/2024.

Please return your CV and a cover letter to jobs@familibase.ie

Shortlisting will apply.

Please note only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted. Candidate must be available for an in-person interview

FamiliBase is an equal opportunities employer.

The successful candidate will only be appointed after successful completion of Garda vetting and reference checks.