Project Worker: Young Person and Family Support

Candle Community Trust welcomes applications for the Project Worker (Young Person and Family Support). This position is in collaboration with TUSLA and works specifically with young people who are known to the Child and Family Agency. This exciting role will work with young people, their parents/guardians and families referred to the Candle Service on a 1:1 basis. The role will support engagement and participation through home visits, individual support, advocacy and developmental programming with both the young person and their family. The role is also supported by and works with the diverse range of services within the Candle centre.

Candle Community Trust, established in 1978, is a registered charity providing educational, developmental and therapeutic opportunities for “at risk” youth in Ballyfermot, Dublin 10. Working in collaboration with the Probation Service, CDETB, CDYSB, TUSLA and HSE, Candle is committed to creating and delivering a comprehensive, best practice service to meet the needs of young people who experience disadvantage and marginalization.

Candle offers a working environment that is dynamic, rewarding, and supportive for participants and staff.

Requirements:

• A third level degree, QQI level 8 or equivalent in the fields of social work, social care, humanities, or a related discipline
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience of working with vulnerable and at-risk young people and their families
• An understanding of the issues affecting marginalised youth and families, and dedication to being a positive advocate for same
• The ability to work effectively with identified young people and their families experiencing significant trauma and complexity
• Experience of planning and delivering creative and innovative developmental programmes
• Enthusiasm, flexibility, and can-do attitude
• Full driving licence and access to a car for work purposes

What we offer:

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience (salary scale for this post is €35,395 - €53,056 pro rata)
• Attractive Annual leave allocation
• Statutory Bank Holidays
• Staff Wellbeing Programme
• A supportive, vibrant, and progressive work environment
• A chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people.
• A newly developed campus with excellent facilities
• Professional development opportunities
• Comprehensive Induction and Regular Supervision
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Bike to Work Scheme

Please note that this position will include evening work and occasional weekend work.

Garda Vetting applies to this position.

Person Specification and Job Description attached.

To apply:

Applications in the form of cover letter and CV (3 pages max.).
By email to: info@candletrust.ie (with PWYPF in the subject bar)

The closing date for application is noon Monday 7th April 2025
Interviews will be held on week commencing 14th April 2025

A panel will be formed from which future positions may be filled.

Candle Community Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer