Why work at Barnardos?
Are you a purpose driven individual who is passionate about making a difference and helping some of society’s most vulnerable children? At Barnardos, we pride ourselves on delivering impactful services that make a difference to the lives of children and families across Ireland.
We believe that childhood lasts a lifetime. As trauma informed specialists our core purpose is to provide the necessary support for children to overcome childhood adversity, embedding a trauma informed ethos and practice into every service we provide.
What we can offer you?
As a Project Worker, we appreciate the value of your time when providing essential support to our services, that’s why we have the necessary support structures and network in place that will allow you to make a real impact on the lives of children and families across Ireland.
- Competitive salary recognising the experience you bring to the role
- Generous annual leave entitlements plus discretionary company days
- Employee pension scheme with employer contribution and company sick pay scheme
- Access to regular trauma informed support, supervision, training and professional development opportunities
- TaxSaver and Bike to Work schemes
- Access to the Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programme for employees and immediate family members
What’s the role and service?
The Project Worker will act as a Family Support Practitioner working with families living in IPAS accommodation centres to support access to integrated community-based child and family support services. This ESF+ co-financed project is funded for five years and aims to improve outcomes for children, young people and families living in state-provided accommodation.
The role involves working in partnership with Tusla, statutory agencies, community organisations, IPAS accommodation providers, Child and Family Support Networks and Children and Young People’s Services Committees.
What will my day to day look like?
- Assess the needs of children and families using the Barnardos Assessment Framework and Meitheal.
- Plan, implement and review programmes for children, young people, parents, carers and families based on identified needs.
- Deliver individual, family and group support interventions, both centre based and outreach.
- Key work and advocate on behalf of children and families to help meet their needs.
- Liaise with families and external agencies and attend reviews, case conferences and court when required.
- Deliver agreed intervention programmes and support families to develop skills in childcare, budgeting, home management, nutrition and healthcare.
- Participate in Meitheal processes, Child and Family Support Networks and Team Around the Child meetings.
- Maintain records, gather statistics, prepare reports and contribute to service evaluation and development.
What experience do I need?
- A minimum of 1 year's post-qualification experience 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.
Do I need a qualification?
A recognised third-level practice qualification, minimum Level 7 on the NFQ, in one of the following disciplines:
- Early Childhood Care and Education
- Social Care
- Education
- Social Work
- Youth Work
- Nursing
- Psychology
- Early Years Education
- Or a related discipline
Additional requirements:
- Full driving licence and access to the use of a car is essential.
- Course content should include relevant student placements.
Barnardos is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.
