JOB TITLE : PROJECT WORKER X 2, KNOCKNACARRA UBU AND EASTSIDE UBU
JOB REFERENCE: FRGJOB_**APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**
For?ige is the National Youth Development Organisation, which
promotes and fosters youth development through the operation of
various youth services in urban and rural areas throughout the
country. For?ige is currently recruiting for the following position:
PROJECT WORKER
PROJECT SUMMARY
The Eastside and Knocknacarra UBU Projects are funded by the
Department of Children and Youth Affairs (D.C.Y.A.) through the Galway
Roscommon Education and Training Board (G.R.E.T.B.). The Projects aim
to support young people ages **Apply on the website** years who have
identified needs additional to the general population. Their aim is to
give young people an opportunity to overcome adversity and reach their
full potential in a safe and supportive environment. The successful
candidate will work as part of the For?ige team in Galway city and
will have responsibility for delivering a service to targeted young
people in Galway city. The Projects will provide a range of targeted
interventions/services, including:
* Development of community based youth groups
* The operation of intensive group work programmes
* Individual programmes
* Special interest preventative programmes
THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WILL HAVE THE FOLLOWING ESSENTIAL
REQUIREMENTS;
* Education to Degree standard (note: candidates with exceptional,
relevant work experience may also be considered in lieu of degree
qualifications) (E)
* A minimum of 1 year relevant work experience in youth work (E)
* Access to car and full driving licence (E)
* High level of motivation / ability to work on own initiative (E)
* Ability to work as part of a team of staff (E)
* An understanding of youth and community work methodologies (E)
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
