Ukrainian Family Keyworker Dublin Closing Date 11.07.24

at  Crosscare

DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Family Support Keyworker for Ukrainian Families

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

The candidate must, at the latest date for receipt of completed application:

• Must speak the Ukrainian language.
• Be in possession of a recognised 3rd Level qualification in Addiction / Social Care / Youth Work or a related field.

JOB SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

• Must have strong track record in community-based programmes and in supporting strategic partnerships with other agencies.
• Must have experience of interagency work.
• Must have high level of knowledge and experience of working with people with trauma.

PERSONAL SKILLS/ATTRIBUTES:

• A commitment to social justice and to treating people with dignity and respect.
• An understanding of the principles of teamwork and the ability to work on your own initiative as well as part of a team.
• Flexibility, good time management and a professional manner.
• Knowledge and experience of using formal screening/assessment instruments, care planning & case management tools.
• A full Driving License, access to own transport.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To identify, engage and work directly with Ukrainian young people and their families who are experiencing difficulties related to trauma, substance use and/ or mental health.
• To develop strategic partnerships with other agencies in the area.
• Facilitation of therapeutic groups if appropriate.
• Understand and prioritise Service User needs, taking account of the influence of family, culture, displacement, mental health, peer group, gender, and sexuality on beliefs and behaviours.
• Create avenues and structures for both therapeutic and practical support for Ukrainian parents and young people with an open -door policy for families to re-engage after disengaging.
• To provide formal assessments, key working, family case conferences and care planning support to clients in relation to their difficulties.
• To engage in interagency case management to support clients and other related services and attend case review meetings where appropriate.
• To submit data, keep programme records and provide updates and reports as requested.
• To take part in ongoing approved training to enhance outcomes for the client group.
• To support a young person with referral pathways for trauma, mental health issues, substance misuse and preventing them from entering into the criminal justice system.
• Notification of child protection concerns in accordance with “Children First” Guidelines in consultation with Crosscare Designated Liaison Person.
• Flexibility in practice as required i.e. provision of new programmes and service initiatives and also the ability to respond to crises cases.
• To work and promote the ethos and mission of Crosscare and uphold its values in all areas of work.
• To observe the policies and procedures of the project and Crosscare.
• To work within a team.
• Flexibility in practice as required i.e. out of hours, provision of new programs and service initiatives.