Patrick St, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon

Applications are invited for the post of:

Family Support / Community Development Worker

To implement the Centre’s work plan so that local families are supported and encouraged to function more effectively and so that the local community is a good place for children to grow-up in.

The ideal candidate should have:

• A relevant third level qualification – minimum Level 7 (for example, Social Care, Family Support Practice or Community Development)
• A minimum of 3 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 and managing finances
• Excellent IT, social media and report writing skills
• Access to own transport and a full clean driving licence.

This position will be a 4 day week between Monday and Friday and is a 12 month contract.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience
FRC salary scale €37,145, €38,149, €39,152, €40,156, €41,161, €42,165, €43,169, €44,172, €45,176, €46,180, €47,185, €48,188, €49,192, €50,196 (pro-rata for part-time positions).

To request further information and job description please contact: 

Email: castlereacfrc@gmail.com
Tel: 086 4615537

Applications to be made with CV and Cover Letter.

Closing date and time for receipt of applications is Monday the 13th January 2025 at 5pm.

Interviews will take place the week of the 27th January 2025.

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