Clare Haven Services

Clare Haven Services, is a voluntary organisation which provides a wide range of support services to women and children subjected to domestic abuse. Clare Haven Services promotes the rights of women and children to live and grow in a peaceful, non-violent home environment.

We are currently recruiting for the following position:

Refuge Liaison

Location: Clare Haven Services, Ennis, Co. Clare.

Reports to: Manager of Services.

Purpose of the Role

The refuge Liaison will support the day to day running of the refuge to ensure a safe, welcoming and well-maintained environment for residents. The role includes oversight of Clare Haven refuge buildings & operations, liaison across teams, providing IT & data support, health and safety compliance. The Refuge Liaison will work collaboratively with colleagues and relevant external partners to support the effective delivery of services.

Contract Status: Fixed Term part-time Contract for 18 months.

Hours of Work: 25 hours per week. The hours will be based on a 5 day working week and will include afternoons, evenings and occasional weekend work.

Salary: €40,987 per annum (pro rata, based on hours worked)

Successful applicants must have

A relevant qualification in social care, community development, administration, facilities management or related field.

And

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role involving co-ordination, administration or facilities oversight.

Skills and Abilities

• Experience working in a trauma informed, client centered environment, preferably within the community or voluntary sector.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and teamworking skills.
• Excellent I.T. Skills and a willingness to undertake training in internal systems (eSafe, network )
• Ability to plan and organize as part of a multi-functional team
• Understanding of confidentiality, GDPR and practices in social care or supports services.

Other Requirements

• Garda Vetting is mandatory.
• Full clean driving licence and access to own transport is desirable.

Applications: 

Apply by submitting a letter identifying how you would be a suitable candidate with a copy of your C.V. to: recruitment@clarehaven.ie with Refuge Liaison in the subject line.

Shortlisting may apply

Closing Date for Application Monday 15th September @ 12 noon.

Clare Haven Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer