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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