Community Based Family Support Worker

The role

To provide practical and emotional support to children, young people, and families, promoting child welfare, strengthening family functioning, and preventing the need for more intensive interventions.

What you'll do

• Deliver home-based and community-based supports to referred and self-referred families
• Assist families with routines, parenting skills, and accessing relevant services
• Support children and young people in education, social development, and emotional wellbeing
• Facilitate parent programmes such as Circle of Security Parenting or Common Sense Parenting
• Work collaboratively with social workers, schools, health professionals, and other stakeholders
• Maintain accurate and confidential records; participate in reviews and supervision

What it takes

• Recognised Level 7+ qualification in Family Support, Social Work, Social Care, or related fields
• 3 years’ experience conducting direct work with children and families
• Experience facilitating evidence-informed parenting programmes
• Knowledge of Children First Act 2015 and Tusla National Practice Model (Meitheal)
• Experience providing confidential, strengths-based support
• Strong time management, boundary keeping, and networking skills

What you'll bring

How we treat you

Training and professional development opportunities available.

How to apply

Apply directly on Castlebar Le Cheile Community and Family Resource Centre's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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