Project Summary
The West View Team in conjunction with Young Persons Probation develop and implement appropriate interventions for young people which reduce offending behaviour, facilitate stability, and promote progression. Engaging identified young people who have offended or are at risk of further offending in a process of learning and development that will enable them to examine their own actions and promote positive lifestyle choices that will protect them from involvement in criminal, harmful or socially unacceptable behaviours.

The successful applicant will have the following essential requirements;
Education to Degree standard in Youth Work / Social Work or other relevant discipline (note: candidates with exceptional, relevant work experience may also be considered in lieu of degree qualifications)
A minimum of 1 year professional experience of working face-to-face with at risk youth (12-23 year olds) in a youth justice setting. (Exclusive of student placement experiences)
Be able to design, deliver and evaluate appropriate individualised interventions plans that address the challenging behaviour of the young people.
Be able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Have high level report writing skills.
Be available to deliver service Monday to Saturday including late evenings.
Proven track record to motivate, engage and influence effectively
Strong communicator and team player
Ability to work on own initiative
Flexible approach to work
IT skills
Accessto a Car and Full Driving License
Please view the Job spec for full list of requirements.

Applications
for the above vacancy should be made by way of Foróige Application form.
The full job spec and Foróige application form are available to download from our website www.foroige.ie Email applications to: recruitment@foroige.ie
The deadline for returning completed application forms is Thursday 9th of February at 12pm