Community Resource Worker – Limerick Social Service Council Limited

City Centre/Southside Family Support Initiative is a Project run by Limerick Social Service Council Limited and funded by Limerick City & County Regeneration under the “Limerick Regeneration Framework Implementation Plan: Social Intervention Fund and Economic Regeneration” Programme which aims to assist in the process of identifying needs and supporting/connecting individuals and families in the above catchment areas with appropriate services.
This will be carried out through an intensive visiting programme of engagement with individuals and families in the City Centre & Southside of Limerick.

The service is managed by Limerick Social Service Council Limited.

We are currently recruiting for a:-
COMMUNITY RESOURCE WORKER (1 Year Fixed Term Contract subject to Funding)

The post is full-time (39 hours per week) for an initial period of 12 months. This is a primarily a 9.00 – 5.30 position. However, from time to time we will require flexibility in this position to serve Clients needs as regards working hours & the successful candidate will be required to work scheduled Evenings & Saturday/Sunday within the 39 hour week as required.

The Worker will be based in LSSC, Henry Street, Limerick.

Essential Criteria:-
Third level Qualification in Community Development, Youth Work, Family Support or equivalent.
Previous experience of working in frontline work in the community.
Good knowledge and understanding of social inclusion and family support
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Full clean Driving Licence and access to a car.
Successful Candidates will be subject to Garda Vetting & 3 reference checks.

Interested Applicants should submit a written letter of Application together with an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae before 5.00 pm on Tuesday 29th November, 2016 to:-
Margaret Meagher,
Human Resources Manager,
Limerick Social Service Council Ltd,
Upper Henry, Street,
Limerick

or

email details to margaret.meagher@lssc.ie.

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