The West Limerick Project is a Garda Youth Diversion Project based at Market Yard, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick. This post will be part of a network of Garda Youth Diversion Projects; funded by the Department of Justice and Equality and by the European Social Fund 2014 – 2020 and Dormant Accounts funding through the Irish Youth Justice Service, in conjunction with An Garda Síochána and will be managed by Foróige.

The successful applicant will have the following essential requirements;
Education to National Diploma or Degree standard, preferably in Youth / Justice / Health Promotion work (candidates with exceptional, relevant work experience may also be considered in lieu of degree qualifications).
A minimum of 1 year experience in a GYDP or similar role.
Relevant paid or voluntary experience of working with young people.
Access to car and full Irish Driving licence.
Please view the job spec below for full details on all requirements.

Applications for this vacancy should be made by way of Foróige Job Application form only.

The full job spec and Foróige application form can be downloaded from this page (see below) and is also available to download from the ‘careers’ section of our website www.foroige.ie or can be requested by emailing hr@foroige.ie

Please note that all applications can only be accepted by way of Foróige Application Form

Closing date for receipt of applications is 5.00pm MONDAY 12th DECEMBER 2016

Foróige is committed to a policy of Equality of Opportunity in its employment practices.

Please note: A panel may be formed from which future positions funded from a variety of sources may be filled.