Project Support Worker - Athlone Family Resource Ctr. - CE Scheme - Athlone Community Services Council CLG

Athlone Community Services Council CLG; Garrycastle; On-site; EUR 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Athlone Community Services Council CLG in Athlone is seeking a Project Support Worker for the Family Resource Centre. This development role offers accreditation and training as you contribute to community participation, social inclusion and improved well-being across the Athlone FRC programme.

No prior experience is necessary; knowledge of working in a community organisation and family support environment is essential for this position.

Qualifications

• This is a developmental opportunity with no experience required.
• Knowledge and experience of working in a community organisation and family support environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals and groups to engage in meaningful activities that promote connection, creativity and improved quality of life.
• Strengthen community participation, social inclusion and well-being across Athlone FRC's programme.
• Accredited training will be provided to support your career development.

Skills

Community engagement

Social inclusion

Well-being support

Job description

Project Support Worker - Athlone Family Resource Ctr.

Athlone Community Services Council CLG

Ref: #CES-2473374

8 Connaught Street, Athlone, Co. Westmeath, N37 V9K6

Eligibility to participate on CE is generally linked to those who are 21 years or over and in receipt of a qualifying social welfare payment for 1 year or more or 18 years and over for certain disadvantaged groups. Your eligibility will have to be verified by the Department.

Applicants should supply suitable character references and be prepared to complete a Garda vetting application form.

Job Description

Duties

This is a developmental opportunity, no experience necessary. Accredited training will be provided to support your career. The Support worker will play a central role in strengthening community participation, social inclusion and well being across Athlone FRC's programme. The worker will support individuals and groups to engage in meaningful activities that promote connection, creativity and improved quality of life. Knowledge and experience of working in a community organisation and family support environment essential.

• Sector: human health and social work activities