This position
will be based out of the B&B Outreach Service, Edel House, Grattan Street, Cork, and will include working in other settings such as B&B’s, emergency accommodation and other community venues.
Reporting to the Acting Manager of B&B Outreach Team,

The candidate will require the following:
A minimum Fetac Level 8 Childcare Qualification, BA in Early Years & Childhood Studies, Youth Work, Social Care, Social Work or relevant qualification.
Minimum 1 years’ experience working with vulnerable children, young people and their parents.
Have an understanding of the effects of homelessness on the child, young person and family
An excellent knowledge and understanding of the Children’s First Guidelines for Child Protection and Safeguarding.
Excellent interpersonal and team working skills.
Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
Full Driving licence and access to own car.

Role and Responsibilities:
Work in collaboration with the B&B case worker who supports families who are living in emergency accommodation.
Manage and prioritise own caseload and work with flexibility and initiative.
Provide one to one support to children and young people who are living in emergency accommodation.
Establish a caring and supportive relationship with children and their parents.
Support children, with the engagement of their parents, in terms of their physical, emotional and intellectual needs.
Facilitate children to engage in Youth Club and other child-focused supports provided by Good Shepherd Cork, Cork ETB and Springboard (Tusla)
Identify, monitor and report concerns in relation to a child or young person’s development or well-being
Liaise with other agencies involved in the well-being of the child or young person.
Adhere to Policies and Procedures as outlined by Good Shepherd Cork.

Application
for the position may be made by completing Good Shepherd Cork application form (attached to this advert) and cover letter to Orlaith Hand, Acting Manager, B&B Outreach Team, ohand@goodshepherdcork.ie.
Closing date for application is Thursday 25th May 2023, no later than 5pm.