Vulnerability Assessment Officer, International Protection

Good People Homecare Limited; Dunshaughlin; Remote; EUR 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Good People Homecare Limited in Ireland is seeking a Vulnerability Assessment Officer (VAO) to conduct vulnerability interviews with new arrivals or International Protection applicants. You will explain the interview process and identify individuals who may need formal protection or additional supports, then prepare comprehensive reports for IPAS.

Excellent written and spoken English, empathy, and discretion are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree level 7/8 qualification in Social Care or Psychology.
• Active CORU registration is a must.
• At least 2 years’ experience in Social Care or Psychology.

Responsibilities

• Conduct vulnerability assessment interviews with new arrivals or applicants for International Protection.
• Explain the interview purpose and process to the individual.
• Identify vulnerability categories and determine if formal protection or additional supports are required.
• Compile comprehensive reports and hand over to IPAS.

Skills

Fluent English

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Administration

Personal/Social care

Education

Level 7/8 Social Care or Psychology

CORU registration

Job description

Vulnerability Assessment Officer, International Protection

Ref: #JOB-2470818

Good People Homecare Limited, Office 5, Unit 8D Telecommute , Dunshaughlin Business Park, Co. Meath, A85EE98

In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit. Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy.

Job Description

Vulnerability Assessment Officer (VAO) will have the responsibility to conduct vulnerability assessment interviews with new arrivals who have been received by the IPO or persons seeking International Protection who may have been in the country for some time. The VAO will explain to the individual the purpose and process of the assessment interview. At the entry or first contact preliminary screening level, some questions will be asked to help identify those who may fall under the vulnerability categories outlined in S.I. 230/2018. Those that require formal protection, those requiring additional supports and who may require immediate assistance will be identified. On concluding the interviews, the VAO will compile a comprehensive report and handover all reports and interview scripts to IPAS.

Duties & Responsibilities: Paying careful attention and interest in the detail of a person’s situation
Embracing an evidence-based approach to screening and assessment
Showing respect, empathy and discretion, including consideration of cultural, age and gender factors
Seeking advice whenever appropriate
Respecting the “do no harm” principle – avoiding action that could endanger the individual and questions that are invasive
Understanding of International human rights and refugee law frameworks
Understanding of Ireland’s national international protection and migration governance system
Understanding of the adverse effects of prolonged and uncertain detention and international protection or migration procedures
Understanding of the principles of duty of care, informed consent and best interests of the child and their application
Characteristics of specific situations of vulnerability and gender inequality
Understanding of the factors that affect a person’s ability to share information and to be clear about their situation, and how these factors may affect the interview
Understanding of Factors that cause people to fear disclosing situations of vulnerability and personal information to authority figures (such as a women at risk in the presence of her partner, a dependant in the presence of her/his carer, or a person’s potential involvement in activity that may exclude her or him from refugee status)
Understanding of Strengths and coping strategies that help people to deal with adversity, increase safety, aid in recovery and maintain hope
Understanding of Social Protection systems and placement options

Personal Specifications:
Education & Training: A degree level 7 or 8 qualification in Social Care / Psychology
Active CORU registration is a must
Experience: At least 2 years’ experience in the field of Social Care or Psychology is essential. Competence in the care and support of the adults in vulnerable situations and a genuine interest in this area is required.
Knowledge & Skills: Fluent in English, with strong written and verbal communication skills

• Sector: human health and social work activities

Career Level

• Experienced [Non-Managerial]

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Minimum Experienced Required (Years): 2
• Minimum Qualification: Level 7 (incl Diploma & Ordinary Bachelor Degree)OR Social Care / Psychology

Desirable

• Ability Skills: Administration, Communications, Personal/Social Care
• Competency Skills: Teamwork, Time Management