Graduate Support Worker - Social Care & Homeless Services

Depaul; Ireland; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Driving Licence

Job summary

Depaul Ireland invites graduates to join its Support Worker Graduate Programme, a 12-month entry into frontline homelessness services. You will be part of a multi-disciplined team using holistic approaches, working across a 7-day rota to support residents with dignity and empowerment.

Throughout the programme you will gain hands-on experience in key worker sessions, personal budgeting support, and project administration, culminating in an end of year presentation.

Qualifications

• Graduate qualifications in social care or related field are preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfort with navigating basic computer systems.
• Ability to work in a team and under sometimes challenging conditions.
• Willingness to work shifts across a 7-day rota.
• Understanding of homelessness issues and related service supports.

Responsibilities

• Encourage and support service users to develop skills in managing their daily living.
• Ensure the service area remains tidy and hygienic, including communal spaces.
• Prompt residents to take responsibility for their own environment.
• Attend and participate in key worker sessions with service users.
• Assist residents with personal monies and service charge payments where necessary.
• Carry out project administration tasks such as petty cash, statistics, invoices, and record keeping.

Skills

Communication

Computer literacy

Flexibility with shifts

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Care or related field

Job description

Depaul Ireland invites graduates to join its Support Worker Graduate Programme, a 12-month entry into frontline homelessness services. You will be part of a multi-disciplined team using holistic approaches, working across a 7-day rota to support residents with dignity and empowerment.

Throughout the programme you will gain hands-on experience in key worker sessions, personal budgeting support, and project administration, culminating in an end of year presentation.