Title of Post Location Employment Type Family Support Worker Finglas Family Support Service. Finglas, Dublin 11 with current project base in Church Rd, Mulhuddart, Dublin 15. Fulltime (37 hrs per week) and Fixed Term contract to 22 nd December 2017. Salary 25,787-34,515 Contact Person Jennifer Murphy on 01 8204033 (available mornings only). To apply, email application to jennifer.murphy@barnardos.ie Closing Date 12noon Thursday 8 th June 2017. Interview Date Monday 19 th June 2017. Experience Required A minimum of two year s experience of working with children and families who experience disadvantages is essential. (work experience means paid employment, not training courses/student placements) Relevant voluntary work may be considered. Qualifications Required FETAC Level 5 in working with children is essential. Good computer skills are essential. Experience of delivering group work programmes to children in the community i.e. morning clubs, afterschool groups, stay and play groups is essential. Training in specific parenting and group work approaches, along with knowledge of child development will be an advantage. Ability to drive and access to the use of a car essential. Application Procedure Applicants should complete the Application Form and email it to the contact person listed above or post it to the postal address above before the closing date. Shortlisting will apply Candidates who are moved to the 2 nd stage of our Recruitment process are required to complete a medical questionnaire and the E-Vetting process. References will be taken up at this stage. Note to Applicants Persons who have availed of the 2010 Voluntary Early Retirement, 2010 Voluntary Redundancy or the previous Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement from the Department of Health are not eligible for employment in a body wholly or mainly funded from public moneys. Where Voluntary Redundancy was availed of this prohibition will last for a period of 7 years. These prohibitions also apply in relation to a Contract for Service with Barnardos. Applicants should confirm what terms are applicable to them in their own circumstances.
Information Note for the this position Name of the Project: Barnardos Finglas Family Support project Address/Location: currently based in our Church Road service, Mulhuddart, Dublin 15 but working in the Finglas area, Dublin 11. Contact Details: 01 8204033 (Jennifer Murphy, who works mornings only). What is Barnardos? Barnardos supports children whose well being is under threat, by working with them, their families and communities and by campaigning for the rights of children. Barnardos was established in Ireland in 1962 and is Irelands leading Children s charity. What does the Finglas Family Support project do? What we do: Undertake initial family assessments on behalf of the Child and Family Agency. Undertake one to one therapeutic work with children and their families. Individual work with children through the medium of some activity to address behavioural and emotional difficulties. Group work with the purpose of developing social skills, reducing isolation and creating fun. Parent support one to one discussion, home visits, Parent and Toddler group and practical help in setting family routines, housing maintenance and budgeting. Parenting interventions specifically aimed at improving parenting skills, accessing learning, self development and careers opportunities. Act as an advocate for individuals and the community. Where we work: The catchment area is Finglas West, Dublin 11. What will the Family Support Worker do? The post holder will offer practical advice and support to families to develop the skills to meet their children s needs on an ongoing basis, e.g. budgeting, home management, hygiene and nutrition, play, behaviour management etc. The Family Support Worker will deliver group work programmes to children in the community i.e. morning clubs, afterschool groups, stay and play groups. Where can I find out more? www.barnardos.ie
Family Support Worker Job Description Post: Location: Responsible to: Works with: Family Support Worker Finglas Family Support Project (currently based in Church Rd, Mulhuddart) Project Leader children, families, other Barnardos staff and other agencies. Job Purpose To work with families to develop their skills to fully meet their children s needs. Core Job Requirements To identify the needs of families referred to the post in conjunction with the Project Leader and other project staff and family. To prioritise need and devise an intervention plan in consultation with the Project Leader. To offer practical advice and support to families to develop the skills to meet their children s needs on an ongoing basis, e.g. budgeting, home management, hygiene and nutrition, play, behaviour management, etc. To network with other agencies in consultation with the key worker to ensure an integrated approach to family needs. To review progress on an ongoing basis with the Line Manager and adapt intervention plan accordingly. To be vigilant for signs or concerns of physical, sexual and emotional abuse and neglect or regarding the welfare of children. To immediately bring any concerns to the attention of the child s Key Worker and the Designated Person and in keeping with Barnardos Child Protection Policy. To record concerns promptly and accurately. To assist project staff in the delivery of other programmes within the project. To gather information statistics and prepare reports as required, including administration of databases as appropriate to the role. To identify and document to Project Leader any unmet needs of children/young people/carers/families within the service and to participate in the advocacy work of the agency.
To supervise students and volunteers where necessary and to ensure they are aware of all Barnardos policies and compile placement reports as appropriate. Requirements Specific to this Post Knowledge of Children s First and Child protection procedures. Knowledge of and ability to support parents in parenting skills. Experience of delivering group work programmes to children in the community i.e. morning clubs, afterschool groups, stay and play groups. Ability to work on own initiative. Good computer literacy and ability to maintain records and files. Requirements of all Barnardos staff Commitment to the purpose of Barnardos and to work within the values, policies and procedures of the organisation and in the context of current legislation and regulations. To participate in regular supervision with your line manager. To actively participate in team and staff meetings and service reviews/ evaluations and to contribute to the development of policy and practice with your area of work and within Barnardos as a whole. To report any area of concern to your line manager in a timely manner To show reasonable flexibility in relation to hours of attendance to meet the needs of the work. Work during unsocial hours may be required. Have a flexible approach to the work in response to organisational change, development and review of best practice. Participate in and engage with a performance management programme. Identify training needs with your line manager and participate in training opportunities appropriate to the role. To be vigilant to any Health, Safety and Welfare risks in the workplace and bring any concerns to the attention of your line manager or local Health & Safety Officer. To be vigilant to any concerns regarding the protection and welfare of children and to bring them to the attention of the Barnardos Designated Person in a timely manner, in keeping with the Barnardos Child Protection policies. To participate in the efficient flow of information within the organisation by sharing and seeking information as appropriate. To undertake other duties as may be requested by the line manager from time to time To undertake your work in a manner that is friendly, flexible and informal. Note: this Job Description will be reviewed and updated in line with the needs of the work.
Family Support Worker Person Specification Personal attributes Ability to work with children and families in disadvantaged communities Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to assist families to develop their own skills and not to create dependency Understanding the issues of confidentiality and working in the community and the ability to establish appropriate professional boundaries Ability to work as part of a team and work co-operatively with other agencies Mature capacity to work with flexibility and sensitivity Ability to identify and appropriately address child protection concerns. Experience A minimum of two year s experience of working with children and families who experience disadvantages is essential. (work experience means paid employment, not training courses/student placements) Relevant voluntary work may be considered. Qualification FETAC Level 5 in working with children is essential. Good computer skills are essential. Experience of delivering group work programmes to children in the community i.e. morning clubs, afterschool groups, stay and play groups is essential. Training in specific parenting and group work approaches, along with knowledge of child development will be an advantage. Ability to drive and access to the use of a car essential.