Career and Employment Facilitator - EmpowerAbility
Based in Ballymun, Dublin
This role is funded through the WorkAbility: Inclusive Pathways to Employment Programme. Co-funded through the government of Ireland, through the department of social protection, and the European Union.
Fixed term contract until December 2028, part-time 27.3hrs per week (0.7 WTE). Flexibility to work evenings and weekends is essential as services are delivered in line with the needs of the individuals attending the programmes. Will require travel to all CRC Adult Services locations.
The Career and Employment Facilitator will be responsible for creating, developing, and supporting adults in preparing for employment. S/he will build relationships with employers in creating opportunities for adults seeking work experience and employment. This is an exciting opportunity to provide a tailored approach for individuals engaging in employment while supporting employers with information on disability and legislation.
Responsibilities
* Create, develop, and support adults in preparing for employment
* Build relationships with employers to create opportunities for work experience and employment
* Provide a tailored approach for individuals engaging in employment and support employers with disability and legislation information
Essential Requirements
* One year’s relevant experience working with people with disabilities or in a career/employment role
* Experience networking, building, and maintaining professional relationships
* Experience creating opportunities for work placement or paid work with employers or other relevant community-based opportunities
* Awareness of Safeguarding Vulnerable Persons/Child Protection
* Experience in reaching targets and achieving results
* A relevant technical qualification: QQI Level 7 or above in social studies, management, education or a related discipline
Desirable Requirements
* A Certificate in Supported Employment would be desirable
* Experience supporting adults with transitions, long-term targets and life goals
* Mentoring experience or motivational role model skills
Informal enquiries to Kristina Walshe, EmpowerAbility Co-ordinator, kwalshe@crc.ie
Salary scale: Senior Instructor/Supervisor 6425 (€35,432 - €51,373 pro-rata). Applicants must demonstrate in their CV and supporting documentation how they meet the above criteria as short-listing will apply.
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