Weekend Activity Worker

FRS Recruitment in Partnership with Aoibhneas

Role: Weekend Activity Worker

Contract: Full-Time - Permanent - 39 Hours

Salary: €36,448 per annum

Location: North Dublin/ Finglas Based

FRS Recruitment in partnership with Aoibhneas is seeking a Weekend Activity Worker to join our Weekend Support Team to provide activities, programmes and supports for resident children/ young persons in Refuge at weekends/ bank holidays.

The right candidate will provide support and structured services to residents in the Refuge, with an emphasis on progressing needs; ensure the safety and security of residents and represent the work and ethos of Aoibhneas.

Job Responsibilities, include but are not limited to:

• To provide recreational, social and activity-based supports and programmes to the children in refuge.
• Ensure all safety and security protocols are observed and enforced.
• To be able to respond to individual needs and make appropriate referrals were necessary.
• Maintain accurate and up to date records of all case files.

Essential

• Third Level Qualification at degree level (minimum NQF Level 7) in social care or a related field.
• Relevant work experience working in a social care setting working with children and youth.
• Knowledge and understanding of domestic violence and issues affecting women and children experiencing domestic violence.
• Have knowledge of Children First.
• Know how to recognise child protection and welfare concerns.
• Know how to respond appropriately to child protection and welfare concerns.
• Flexibility/Adaptability.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills, with a clear understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding, and professional boundaries.

Benefits:

• Employer Pension Contribution of 5%.
• Annual leave 22 days inclusive of 2 wellbeing days with incremental days in line with service.
• Access to Digital GP Care and other benefits.
• Access to External Supervision and Employee Assistance Programme.

All offers of employment with Aoibhneas are subject to Garda Vetting, satisfactory reference checks and verification of legal eligibility to work in Ireland. Aoibhneas is an equal opportunities employer. A Panel may be formed out of this recruitment process.

Contact: If you are interested in this opportunity please contact Chloe O Brien, Senior Recruitment Consultant, Tel: M: +353(0)86 1076802 for more information.