Project Worker - Limerick Services, Full-time & Part-Time, Fixed-Term & Permanent

Job purposeTo develop and implement programmes that respond to the needs of children and families referred to the service, working in partnership with families and other organisational, community and voluntary bodies. There will be a focus on implementing programmes of support with children and young people where there is a risk of the child not reaching their educational potential as well as family support referrals.Skills RequiredCommitment to the delivery of quality services to children, young people, families and carers.Ability to act on own initiative and consult where appropriate.Ability to work under pressure, make decisions in consultation with the line manager when appropriate.To be committed to adhering to best practice in the work and be innovative and open to change.Flexibility and adaptability are essential for this post.Ability to form objective relationships with children, young people, families/carers, colleagues and other agencies.ExperienceA minimum of 1 years’ post-qualification experience of working with vulnerable children and families.Experience of working in partnership with families and carers.Experience of planning, implementing and reviewing programmes with children and/or families.QualificationsA recognised third level practice qualification[1] (minimum Level 7 on the NFQ) in one of the following:Early Childhood Care and EducationSocial CareEducationSocial WorkYouth WorkOr related discipline (Nursing, Psychology, Early Years Education).Note: this list can be varied depending on the specific requests of the post.Full driving licence and access to the use of a car is essential.The post-holder will be initially assigned to one of the 3 Barnardos Limerick Services, Limerick North, Limerick South or the Homemaker Service but may be required in the future to work in one of the other projects in the Limerick area in line with Organisational needsBarnardos is an equal opportunity employer.We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.[1] Course content should include relevant student placements