UBU Project Workers

Make a Difference in Young People's Lives!

Join Our Team at KCYS!

Are you passionate about supporting and empowering young people? Do you want to be part of a dynamic team that makes a real impact in local communities? If so, we want to hear from you!

In KCYS, we are looking for dedicated and dynamic UBU Project Workers to join our teams in Castleisland & North Kerry! This is a unique opportunity to engage with young people (aged 10-24), develop exciting youth programmes, and create positive change in local communities.

KCYS (Kerry Children and Youth Services) is a youth-focused organisation committed to providing meaningful support to young people aged 10 to 24. The UBU - Your Place Your Space project is funded by the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration, and Youth (DCEDIY) through Kerry Education & Training Board (KETB). Our goal is to reach and support young people facing challenges, helping them to develop confidence, resilience, and essential life skills. As a UBU Project Worker, you will be at the heart of this mission, delivering engaging youth programmes, fostering positive relationships, and making a real difference in young people's lives.

What You'll Do:

• Engage with and support young people who need it most
• Develop and deliver creative, fun, and needs-based youth work programmes
• Provide a safe and inclusive space for personal growth and development
• Advocate for young people and support them in overcoming challenges
• Work alongside a passionate and supportive team

Why Join Us?

Meaningful Work - Make a real impact on young lives! - Professional Development - Training & career growth opportunities - Supportive Team - Work in an environment that values creativity & collaboration - Competitive Benefits - Salary, enhanced annual leave, paid sick leave scheme & more
If you're motivated, passionate, and ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you! Join us & experience a quality & inclusive work environment, job satisfaction, flexible working, & more………..

Job Description and post requirements available to download from
www.KCYS.ie, or by request to: humanresources@kcys.ie

Please submit Curriculum Vitae and cover letter outlining your suitability for the post(s) to humanresources@kcys.ie on or before:
12 noon, Thursday 10th April 2025

A panel may be formed from which future vacancies across KCYS may be filled.

Please note - we reserve the right to close or extend this campaign subject to application numbers. Therefore, we would urge you to submit an application as soon as possible.

Not for you?
But still interested in working with us?
Send us your CV!
We are also expanding our relief panel & our panel of sessional/specialist workers

KCYS is an Equal Opportunities Employer -- KCYS is a Gold Standard Health Promoting Youth Organisation -- KCYS complies with the Governance Code for Community, Voluntary and Charity Organisations in Ireland