Job Title: Community Care Specialist
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The Child and Family Agency is responsible for a range of statutory functions, including the provision of child protection and alternative care. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Community Care Specialist to join our team in Cork and Kerry.">
Key Responsibilities:
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* To participate in the development and implementation of Care Plans, ensuring appropriate recording of same.
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* To promote the rights and responsibilities of each child/young person within the Service.
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* Assist in enabling parents/guardians/carers/families to sustain the safe care of their children in the home setting.
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* To promote physical, emotional, social and religious welfare of each young person.
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* Liaise with the parent, family, general services and other agencies on behalf of the young person.
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* Attend meetings in relation to the care and developments of the Children and their families.
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* Participate in the completion of preliminary screening and assessments, safety planning as required under Children's First in line with Standard Business Processes.
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* Compliance with relevant Tusla policies.
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* Attendance at Court when required.
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* Direct work with children/young people/parents/guardians/foster carers etc.
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* Facilitating and supporting family contact for children care.
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* Lone working.
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* Engage with internal and external stakeholders.
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Skills Requirements:
Applicants must be registered in the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board maintained by CORU, or hold a CORU approved Social Care Worker qualification and have applied for CORU registration (evidence of application will be necessary).
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Preferred qualifications include Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Social Care Practice, Applied Social Care, or related fields from recognized institutions.
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Benefits:
This role offers a competitive salary package and opportunities for professional growth and development.
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Others:
The selected candidate will be required to undergo a thorough background check and provide proof of eligibility to work in Ireland.