The Resettlement Officer will report directly to the Rathmines & Rathgar service managers, will be a member of, and work collaboratively with the Rathmines staff team and the NOVAS Rathgar Staff team, wider NOVAS services and local authorities in the region. The Resettlement Officer is responsible for sourcing appropriate housing options for NOVAS clients both in Rathmines and Rathgar services, supporting clients to move into and sustain their accommodation for a period of time. The Resettlement Officer will work with clients and their key workers to identify and develop independent living skills.
NOVAS is a Trauma Informed practice organisation and the principles of collaboration, diversity, respect and trust are embedded in our way of working together. Our services are provided through support of our partners in local government through the Local Authorities, HSE, and other donors and funders
Desirable Skills and Knowledge (Please see Job Description for complete Person Specification)
- A minimum of Level 7 Ordinary Degree or higher (National Framework of Qualifications) in Social Care or another allied health profession. Registration as a Social Care Worker with CORU will also be considered.
- Experience of working with homeless people or similar
- Commitment to low threshold and harm reduction approaches
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to utilise IT systems effectively
We offer a competitive benefit package including 26 days annual leave pro rata, access to further education supports and contributory pension.
