Integration Support Worker - 2 Year Contract

Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms:

a) Have at least 3 years’ experience working in a similar type role with diverse groups in a community development setting;

b) Possess a good working knowledge of the mainstream model of integration and the policies which govern Ireland’s International Protection system, Irish Refugee Protection programme and Temporary Protection programme;

c) Have experience of providing individual support and outreach;

d) Have experience of working with other external agencies and organisations including both voluntary and public sector;

e) Possess a good working knowledge of the youth sector and the ability to connect International Protection (IP) applicants, Programme Refugees and Beneficiaries of Temporary Protection (BOTP) aged 15-24 years with the appropriate support services;

f) Have a strong understanding of the concept of cultural diversity and the ability to adapt working approach to embrace many different nationalities and cultures;

g) Have a thorough knowledge of the principles and processes of community development with expertise in a broad range of development models, particularly those appropriate to minority ethnic groups;

h) Hold a clean, current Class B Driving Licence and have access to his/her own car; i) Have a satisfactory knowledge of public service organisation or the ability to acquire such knowledge.

On appointment successful candidates will be placed on the first point of the salary scale. Appointment to a higher point of the salary scale may apply to candidates employed elsewhere in the public service, subject to verification of service history.