Role Purpose:
To deliver the Alternative Learning Programme (ALP) in line with the guidelines from Dublin and Dub Laoghaire ETB focusing on young people in an out of school setting as identified by the Education & Welfare Officer.

The Role:
General Responsibilities:
To develop and implement the ALP programmes in line with Dublin & Dun Laoghaire ETB.
To keep records relevant to the ALP programme in line with funders requirements.
To spend 80% of working hours in direct contact with young people, with an emphasis on disadvantaged young people
To ensure organised programmes fit within the Youth Work Process and Models of Youth Work
If requested, to engage in evening and weekend work.
To attend and participate at staff meetings within the region
To submit all paperwork within specified time period
To apply for relevant grants related to ongoing work, in consultation with your Line Manager
To work within the ethos and values of Crosscare
To implement the Crosscare Strategy
To attend training relevant to the work
To manage challenging behaviours and situations
To work in collaboration with the existing team
To carry out any other duties assigned by your line manager

The Holder:
(Qualification/Skills Requirements)

Requirements:
Third Level Qualification in Youth Work and a minimum of 2 years experience within this sector.
Full clean driving licence is essential

Personal Skills/Attributes:
Communication skills
Teamwork
Creativity & Innovation
Flexibility and adaptability
Excellent organisational, time management & record keeping skills
Excellent report writing skills
Facilitation and group work skills
Empathy and understanding
Negotiation skills
Other:

Have an understanding of the work of Crosscare and Swords Youth Service
Application Process

To apply, please send a comprehensive CV and cover letter to: recruitment@crosscare.ie
Closing date for all applications is Friday, 3rd November 2017 at 5pm.

CROSSCARE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER.
This job offer will be made subject to Garda Vetting.