Position Title: Youth Development Officer/ Youth Worker The Employer: Dundrum/Rathdown Youth ServiceCrosscare delivers services with a servant leadership ethos. Crosscare's Homeless, Youth, Information and Advocacy Teams support those most in need with Love, Respect and Excellence. Crosscare exists to support individual and families when they face difficult challenges in life and when they find it hard to get the help they need. Crosscare focuses on helping people when they need it most or when they can't find support anywhere else.Nature & Scope: A Youth Development Officer with Crosscare is a front-line youth worker whose main focus is delivering positive youth work programmes with young people, especially those most in need. The role is grounded in Crosscare's youth work approach, which emphasises supporting young people's personal, social and community development through voluntary, engaging activities and interventions.Location: Sandyford area (locations may change)Work Schedule: 37.5 hours per week including 3 late nights and occasional weekendsContract: Full time/PermanentSalary: €38,769 - €57,011 Depending on ExperienceReporting to: Service managerGeneral Responsibilities:To implement programmes in line within funding requirementsTo spend 70% of working hours in direct contact with young people, with an emphasis on disadvantaged young peopleTo ensure organised programmes fit within the Youth Work Process and Models of Youth WorkTo work a minimum of three nights per week and weekends as requestedTo organise residentials as part of the Youth Work ProgrammeTo attend and participate at staff meetings within the service.To represent the Youth Service, when requested, at various committeesTo submit all paperwork within specified time periodTo apply for relevant grants related to the ongoing work, in consultation with your Line ManagerTo work within the ethos and values of CrosscareTo implement the Crosscare StrategyTo attend any relevant training to the workTo manage challenging behaviours and situationsTo work in collaboration with the existing team.To carry out any other duties assigned by your line managerDevelop & maintain positive community relationshipsEssential Requirements:Third Level Qualification in Youth Work ( or similar) and a minimum of 2 years' experience working with young people at risk.Excellent communication and interpersonal skillsMotivation and ability to work on own initiativeA passion for youth work and social justiceExcellent organisational, time management and record keeping skillsIT Skills (MS Office essential, experience in database use desirable)Strong leadership skillsTeamwork & CollaborationCreativity & InnovationFlexibility and adaptabilityFacilitation and group work skills Empathy and understanding Negotiation skills. Personal Skills/Attributes:Other:Full clean drivers licence and own transportBenefits:Competitive salaries Generous annual leaveAdditional leave for long serviceTraining and Development ProgrammesEmployee Assistance ProgrammeDigital Doctor Service Competitive pension plan Bike to Work SchemeIn Crosscare, we approach our work with an attitude of service, showing love, care and kindness in all interactions with others. We treat people with a level of respect they will remember long after our service and support have been received. We strive for excellence in everything we do. Our clients, young people and service users deserve it.Crosscare is registered with the Charities Regulator (RCN: and the Revenue Commissioners (CHY-6262) Crosscare is the Social Care Agency of the Archdiocese of Dublin.Detailed information on all aspects of our work is available at Application Process: To apply, please upload a comprehensive CV and letter of application (one document) detailing your suitability for the role to the link provided.Closing date for applications is March 13th 2026Garda Vetting will apply to this roleCrosscare is committed to being an inclusive employer and actively encourage applications from diverse backgrounds. We strive to achieve a positive working environment for our people, enabling us to create a comfortable working environment whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities.If you have a disability and require accommodations to be made during or after the recruitment process, please let us know and we would be happy to accommodate youBy submitting your application you agree with Crosscare Privacy Policy