Youth Work Ireland Midlands: Youth Worker - UBU Athlone Youth Project
Youth Work Ireland Midlands invites applicants for the post of
Youth Worker 26 hours
For
UBU Athlone Youth Project
This position is funded by Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Inclusion and Youth, (DCEDIY)
The suitable candidate for this post will report to the UBU Project Coordinator work in the Athlone Youth Project team. You will be required to engage in direct work with young people utilising a detached youth work model as well as centre based and outreach methodologies. Facilitate the active engagement and participation of young people in the ongoing planning, implementation and evaluation of the UBU Project.
Supported by a team of staff and CE Youth Work Assistants, there will be cooperation and collaboration with a wide range of statutory agencies and others to strengthen local systems for the delivery of services and supports to young people. Broader duties and training will be provided to the successful candidate.
Requirements of applicants:
- 1 years’ experience in a youth work setting minimum, plus a relevant Youth Work training / qualification and own transport is required.
- Good interpersonal skills, including ability to liaise with a wide range of contacts and build and maintain effective working relationships.
- Excellent standards of accuracy and attention to detail. Strong written communications skills, including ability to draft summary information and correspondence.
- Ability to be proactive, use own initiative and work effectively within a pressurised environment.
- Positive and flexible approach to team working
- Strong computer skills, including Word processing, MS Access, Excel, Internet and PowerPoint
Please send CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to Tracey Moore, Service Manager by email tmoore@youthworkmidlands.org
Closing Date: 29th November 2024
Full job description and salary scale is available from Tracey Moore tmoore@youthworkmidlands.org
A panel may be formed for future roles which is held with consent for 12 months.
Youth Work Ireland Midlands is an equal opportunities employer.