Project Worker, Georges Hill Long Term Accommodation, Dublin
Location: Dublin
Contract: Full Time, Specific Purpose
The purpose of this role is to provide on-site housing support to tenants in Long Term housing owned, supported, or managed by Focus Ireland.
What you will do:
* Work as part of the Support Team in Georges Hill, providing services to tenants living onsite.
* Comply with all relevant Focus Ireland policies, including Customer Service Standards, Housing, Health & Safety, and Personnel policies.
* Work in partnership with external services and stakeholders to support tenants in maintaining their homes.
* Assess tenant needs collaboratively, develop individual support plans, and conduct regular reviews.
* Provide ongoing support through individual support sessions with each tenant.
* Ensure adherence to Focus Ireland Rent Policy and implement appropriate rent control measures.
* Develop opportunities for tenant participation in the service, the wider organisation, and the local community.
* Support tenants in line with their tenancy agreements.
* Work closely with the Property Management Team on tenancy management, repairs, and maintenance.
* Support tenants in maintaining their accommodation to an appropriate standard.
* Participate in programme review, evaluation, and ongoing development.
* Maintain records in accordance with Focus Ireland policy and engage in required training; collaborate with other divisions as needed; and remain vigilant regarding health, safety, and welfare risks, reporting concerns to the Line Manager or Health & Safety Representative.
What you will need:
* A Third Level qualification at degree level in the area of social care i.e. youth work, social studies, addiction, psychology, etc and/or be a CORU registered Social Care Worker
* Minimum of 2 year's direct work experience in a social care setting.
* Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
* Experience of working with people who have experienced homelessness, preferably in housing support.
* Experience of the challenges faced by individuals adjusting to a drug/ alcohol free lifestyle.
* Experience of assessing and developing appropriate plans based on need.
* Strong communication and organisational skills.
* Willingness to develop professional skills as identified through supervision.
* Available to work a 7-day liability rota.
* Previous experience in a supported housing setting. (Desirable)
* The skills required to advocate on behalf of people. (Desirable)
Focus Ireland is an equal opportunities employer
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