Project Worker

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

Project Worker post will

• Act as a key worker to individuals referred to MWS services, conducting assessments, and developing and reviewing their support plans in order to identify appropriate move-on options and support them to secure housing in line with their goals.
• Work within the private rented sector, Approved Housing Bodies and Local Authorities to secure swift move-on and appropriate accommodation for individuals /individuals.
• Work with key agencies in the locality to support the move on.
• Encourage and empower individuals to reach their full potential.
• Ensure that a culturally sensitive approach to support is maintained.
• Liaise with relevant agencies when appropriate.
• To ensure that individuals are familiar with and are complying with LA Codes of Conduct.
• To maintain good relationships with neighbours and relevant community groups.
• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness throughout the project.
• Coordinate activity and social programmes.

Administration

• To maintain all recording systems as outlined by National Quality Standards Framework.
• To ensure that all communication and administrative policies and procedures are followed.
• To prepare reports as required.

Training

• To attend and participate in training courses as required.
• To identify areas of future training need.

Health and Safety

• To act as appointed First Aid person as required.
• To ensure a safe, healthy and secure environment for all.
• To carry out all duties with reasonable care.
• To ensure that designated fire procedures are carried out.
• To address actions arising from Health & Safety and maintenance inspections.

General

• To represent Mid-West Simon Community at meetings, conferences, seminars, and other events as scheduled.
• To project a positive image of Mid-West Simon Community at all times.
• To maintain confidentiality on all matters relating to clients, staff, volunteers, and general Simon Community Business.
• To be aware of and adhere to all Mid-West Simon Community Policies and Procedures currently in operation.
• To attend the house, staff and other meetings as appropriate
• To provide training and support to volunteers and students.
• Client-focused, adaptable, accountable, resilient individual.
• Excellent communicator, with the ability to advocate on the client’s behalf.
• Ability to assist with assessment, planned support, key working with vulnerable people, whilst being respectful and professional.
• All other duties as may be from time to time requested by management, and which are consistent with your job and responsibilities.

Person Specification:

Essential

Education

• A level 7 Social Care degree or equivalent.
• 2 years’ experience working in a similar role within a social care setting.

Experience, Attributes, Skills, Abilities and Knowledge

• Children First Training.
• In-depth understanding in the area of homelessness.
• Have an in-depth understanding of private rented sector/Approved Housing Bodies and Local Authority and all accommodation options available to individuals in the locality.
• Experience of working with and supporting people who are homeless, those addiction support needs, and mental health support needs.
• Have an understanding of the physical and mental health and substance misuse needs that may affect those in homelessness.
• Knowledge of the specialist services which can address these needs.
• Possess strong advocacy skills in support of Individuals accessing services relevant to their needs.
• The desire to support homeless and vulnerable people to develop their own resources and make positive changes.
• Basic understanding of how to provide advice and case-work services to vulnerable people.
• Ability to provide, manage and evaluate support plans.
• Ability to provide effective key working to Individuals.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour, set clear boundaries, and remain calm and effective under pressure.
• Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work in a changing environment where sound judgement is required.
• Be self-motivated, able to motivate, inspire and empower others.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety in the workplace.
• Have an understanding of the importance of confidentiality in relation to work.
• Be computer literate with a sound knowledge of Word, Excel, Email and PASS.
• Share in and work with the values and ethos of Mid-West Simon Community.
• Ability to make efficient use of time and manage workload.
• Recognises the need to be flexible.
• Possessing a valid and full clean driver’s licence is essential.
• Candidate should have a clear understanding of client lead approaches.
• Candidate should have a clear understanding of Trauma Informed Care Principles.

Additional information:

• 21 days paid holidays up to 25 with each year of service.
• 1 gifted day off for your birthday.
• 1 gifted Christmas Shopping Day.
• Pension entitlement (after 1 year).
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme.
• Internal/external recruitment process.

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

• Ireland (required)

Work Location: In person