Applications are invited for the post of:

Family Support / Community Development Worker

The Family Support / Community Development Worker will work closely with the Project Co-ordinator to help the project to implement its workplan.

The ideal candidate should have:

• A relevant third level qualification – minimum Level 6 (for example, Social Care, Family Support Practice or Community Development)
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience, post qualification, of providing family support in a community-based setting, including experience of:
  • organising community events
  • liaising / networking with community, voluntary and statutory agencies
  • delivering programmes, activities and/or services to groups
  • providing one-to-one supports directly to parents/families
  • delivering parent support programmes
  • providing information and support to individuals and groups
• Proven experience in accessing funding
• Excellent IT, social media and report writing skills
• Access to own transport and a full clean driving licence.

This position is 5 days per week (35 hours) starting October/November 2024 on a 12-month contract.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and will not be less than point 1 on the FRC salary scale €37,145 (pro-rata for part-time positions).

To request further information, job description and application please contact:

Email: castlereacfrc@gmail.com
Tel: 086 4615537

Closing date and time for receipt of applications is Monday 7th of October 2024. Interviews will take place October 2024. Applications will only be accepted on the official application form and as a hard copy. CVs will not be accepted.

This project is an equal opportunities employer.
This position is funded by TUSLA Child and Family Agency.