Overall Purpose of the Job:
To work with the Co-ordinator to implement Mohill FSC work plan. The Family Support Worker will work with the families, children and young people to enhance positive outcomes for families living in Carraig Accommodation Centre.

Essential Criteria
A 3rd level qualification in Family Support Practice, Social Work, Applied Social Studies or a related discipline
2 years’ experience, either voluntary or professionally in delivering family support in a community-
based setting, including:
Liaising with Social Work and Tusla Child and Family Support Agency to respond to the needs of children and families
Experience of working with families with different cultural background and diverse needs
Networking skills and ability to work with a range of community, voluntary and statutory agencies
Experience of planning, developing and delivering programmes, activities and/or services to groups
Experience of providing one-to-one supports directly to parents / families
Experience delivering parent support programmes
Excellent communication, report writing and presentation skills
Access to own transport and clean drivers licence / provide letter of indemnification from insurer

Desirable
Experience of working with a Voluntary Board of Directors
A 3rd level qualification in Early Years Education
Familiarity with Meitheal (TUSLA’s National Practice Model)
Familiarity with Children First Guidance
Garda Vetting

The position
is subject to the completion of a satisfactory Garda Vetting process.
Closing date and time for receipt of CV’s is: 23rd September 2020 at 5pm
Interviews will take place in the week beginning: 28th of September 2020
For further information and to request a job description contact: Majella Mc Govern, Coordinator – Email: Majella@mohillfsc.info Tel: 071 9631253