Project Worker, Tenancy Support And Sustainment Services, South East

Uniting Holding; Ireland; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Ireland is seeking a Project Worker for Tenancy Support and Sustainment Services. This position involves assisting households at risk of homelessness, ensuring they access suitable accommodation and maintain independent living. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in social care and have direct experience in the field. Flexibility and strong interpersonal skills are essential. The position is full-time with specific purpose contracts based in Kilkenny and Carlow.

Qualifications

• 2 years direct experience in the social care field.
• Full drivers licence and use of a car.
• Understanding of Therapeutic Crisis Intervention model.
• Experience with individuals facing homelessness.
• Ability to plan and monitor support programmes effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support households at risk or experiencing homelessness.
• Coordinate services for approximately 20–25 households.
• Conduct assessments and maintain records accurately.
• Develop community links with service providers.

Skills

Excellent report writing

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

IT skills

Flexibility

Education

Degree in social care (youth work, social studies, addiction, psychology)

Job description

Project Worker, Tenancy Support And Sustainment Services, South East

Location: Kilkenny and Carlow

Contract: Full time, Specific Purpose contract

Provide support to households at risk of homelessness or currently experiencing homelessness, helping them access suitable accommodation and maintain independent living.

What you will do:

• Work within the framework of Focus Ireland’s objectives, policies, procedures, and best practice standards, including Health & Safety.
• Build and maintain professional relationships with agencies and community services, ensuring a collaborative approach.
• Operate as part of a multi-disciplinary team, coordinating statutory and support services through effective case management.
• Manage a caseload of approximately 20–25 households, delivering tailored support programs based on individual needs.
• Advocate on behalf of customers with external services and agencies to ensure access to necessary supports.
• Conduct assessments, develop and update care plans in consultation with customers, and maintain accurate records on PASS and Orion systems.
• Provide one-to-one engagement, including lone working in homes and remote locations, delivering intensive support to agreed standards.
• Support customers in sustaining tenancies, focusing on rent compliance, property maintenance, and resolving inter-tenant issues.
• Report child protection concerns promptly and attend relevant meetings, reviews, and supervision sessions as required.
• Develop community links with accommodation and service providers, contribute to policy development, and participate in training and organisational meetings.

What you will need:

• Relevant third level qualification at degree level in the area of social care i.e. youth work, social studies, addiction, psychology
• Full drivers licence and use of a car.
• 2 years direct experience in the social care field.
• A working knowledge and understanding of Therapeutic Crisis Intervention model
• Experience of working with customers who have co-existing conditions
• Excellent report writing and strong IT skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment, social care based or clinical disciplines
• Experience of working and liaising with other organisations’
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• In-depth understanding of the complex needs of individuals experiencing homelessness or hard-to-reach customers.
• Proven ability to plan, implement, and monitor support programmes effectively.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to work in a dynamic environment.

Focus Ireland is an equal opportunities employer

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