PROJECT WORKER: Permanent Position – HSS13/04

  DEPAUL IRELAND BELIEVES

THAT EVERYONE SHOULD HAVE A PLACE TO CALL HOME AND A STAKE IN THEIR COMMUNITY

Our aim is to work with those who are socially excluded and marginalised by providing a quality led service in order to produce the best possible outcomes for those accessing our services.

We work in partnership with central and local government, housing associations and other non-governmental organisations.

We are seeking to employ a key member of staff who will be instrumental in providing effective residential support services to people who are homeless.

Successful applicants will enjoy a first class benefits package, including 25 days annual leave plus 10 statutory holidays, contributory pension scheme and income protection insurance.

PROJECT WORKER: Permanent Position – HSS13/04

LOCATION: STELLA MARIS - Provides accommodation and support for  people with a history of long term street drinking. This project is opened based on the principles of harm minimisation and low threshold working, the first of its kind in Northern Ireland.

SALARY:    £16,230

HOURS:    Based on an average of 35 hours per week.

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic individual who is committed to providing a high quality of support to our vulnerable client group, with a commitment to service user involvement and an ability to work within the principles of partnership. You will need experience of working within a residential setting together with excellent communication skills, and the ability to work as part of a team, knowledge of the issues facing marginalised groups, flexibility to work within a 24/7 rota, knowledge of homeless legislation and an understanding of the ‘Supporting People’ programme would be beneficial.

Applicants should have at least one year’s paid or 2 years voluntary experience working in the homelessness field or another related area, desirably in a residential setting.

For full information, recruitment criteria and application forms:

visit our website @ www.depaulireland.org where you can apply and submit online (preferred method)

or email [email protected]

or download attached documents

or telephone 02890 647 755

CLOSING DATE FOR ALL APPLICATIONS WILL BE

12.00 noon Friday 22nd February 2013

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

Depaul Ireland reserve the right to retain a reserve pool for the same or similar short term posts for a period of no longer than 12 months.