Merchants Quay Ireland is looking to recruit full time Project Workers, to join the team in night café service. The successful candidates will work 39 hours per week for nights on and four nights off. The contract is a fixed term agreement on a 12 months basis, with a view to extension depending on business requirements. Posts will be subject to a 6 month probationary period.

In order to be eligible to apply for this position candidates must have:

Relevant third level social care qualification and at least one year full time or equivalent experience of working within low threshold adult services which cater for clients with complex need essential
An understanding of the issues relating to alcohol and drug use/homelessness and mental health, and experience of client work in these areas, and the interventions required
Good Knowledge of relevant legislation, policy and practice regarding homelessness and/or drug use.
Strong interpersonal skills
Experience of Key working and care planning.
Experience of working with clients with multiple needs
Experience of working with homeless specific databases and reporting.
Applicants are required to outline previous experience within the above areas on their application form.

Positions are subject to Garda Vetting and two satisfactory reference checks

To apply please for either of these positions complete the application form attached, stating clearly which role you wish to apply for and attach an updated copy of your curriculum vitae emailing to recruitment@mqi.ie

For more information on Merchants Quay Ireland please visit www.mqi.ie