Youth Engagement and Participation Worker

LocationWest, Midwest or Northwest of Ireland

SetupHybrid

LevelEntry

Posted2w ago

Communications & Marketing

Quick answer

EPIC, Empowering People in Care is hiring a full-time Youth Engagement and Participation Worker (West, Midwest or Northwest of Ireland) paying €40,800 to €52,740 per annum to support separated children seeking international protection and young people in the care of Tusla.

Role: Youth Engagement and Participation Worker
Organization: EPIC, Empowering People in Care
Location: West, Midwest or Northwest of Ireland
Work setup: Hybrid
Level: Entry
Compensation: €40,800 to €52,740 per annum commensurate with experience
Category: Communications & Marketing

The role

Youth Engagement and Participation Worker for Separated Children Seeking International Protection

What you'll do

Ongoing consultation with children and young people to inform bespoke YEP programmes, activities and opportunities for participation
Work with local organisations and networks to ensure that separated children and young people have knowledge of opportunities and services at local level
Support the integration of young people with the wider care-experienced community engaged in EPIC’s YEP programme
Deliver targeted youth work programmes through YEP's model of engagement using outreach, online platforms and a flexible approach
Deliver planned programmes for the purpose of aiding integration and enhancing the personal and social development of children and young people through their voluntary participation

What it takes

Third level qualification in a relevant area such as Youth Work, Community Development, Social Care or equivalent
A minimum of three years’ experience working directly with children and young people in youth work /participation/social care/community engagement or similar roles
Experience of working with and engaging children and young people who are seldom heard
Knowledge and understanding of child and youth participation theories and methodologies
Experience of multi-agency working within community settings
Excellent facilitation and written communications skills and an ability to write for and communicate with a variety of audiences including children and young people

What you'll bring

Third level qualification in Youth WorkCommunity DevelopmentSocial Care or equivalentExperience working with children and young peopleExperience of working with and engaging children and young people who are seldom heardKnowledge and understanding of child and youth participation theories and methodologies

How we treat you

Annual leave entitlement of 25 days per annum, participation in the company pension scheme, Garda Vetting, training on Children First, travel expenses and additional hours compensated

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

The job is located in the West, Midwest or Northwest of Ireland.

What is the compensation?

The compensation is €40,800 to €52,740 per annum commensurate with experience.

What are the key qualifications required?

Key qualifications include a third level qualification in a relevant area such as Youth Work, Community Development, Social Care or equivalent, and a minimum of three years’ experience working directly with children and young people in youth work /participation/social care/community engagement or similar roles.

How do I apply?

Applications can be submitted via the link provided: https://epic-empowering-people-in-care.hirehive.com/youth-engagement-an….

How to apply

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