Children & Youth

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Home Youth Liaison Service: Youth Support Worker - Sligo

The work involves establishing and maintaining contact with schools, young people and their families in a sympathetic and non-judgemental environment. Also personal contact and support service for young people & liaising with TUSLA & other agencies, as appropriate.

Sligo

Clare Youth Service: Youth Justice Worker

A relevant third level qualification is essential. Training is provided so applications from individuals with qualifications in Social Care, Education, Health Promotion, Community Development, Social Science and similar areas will be considered. This role is 37.5 hours/week.

Co Clare

Aosóg Child and Family Project: Family Support Worker

We require a Family Support Worker- full time post (39 hours). Applicants must have a qualification in Social Care / Community Work or a related area of study. Minimum Level 7. Minimum of 2 years’ work experience working with vulnerable and hard to reach families.

Dublin 7

Barnardos: Project Worker (Part Time) - Mulhuddart

As a Project Worker, we appreciate the value of your time when providing essential services, that’s why we have the necessary support structures & network in place that will allow you to make a real impact on the lives of children in Ireland. Part-time (30 hours) role.

Mulhuddart, Co Dublin

Barnardos: Project Worker (Full Time, Maternity Cover) - Mulhuddart

We are looking for an experienced Project Worker. The primary purpose of this role is to conduct Initial Assessments on low – medium risk referrals received from Tusla’s social work department using the Signs of Safety approach to child protection & welfare concerns.

Mulhuddart, Co Dublin

Crosscare: Youth Justice Worker - Dundrum

The ideal candidate must have a third level qualification and experience in youth work working with high needs young people who can present with challenging behaviour. Possess strong interpersonal skills & the ability to work as part of a team & on a one-to-one basis.

Dundrum, Dublin

Crosscare: Youth Development Officer - Bray

To deliver youth work programmes, focused on young people identified as most in need in an area. Must have a relevant Third Level Qualification in Youth Work or a related area & have a minimum of 2 year experience in the sector. Full clean driving licence is desirable.

Co Wicklow

Barnardos: Project Workers x 2 - Dublin South Central

As part of the national service, delivery framework the primary purpose of this post is to conduct Initial Assessments on low – medium risk referrals received from Tusla social work department using the Signs of Safety approach to child protection & welfare concerns.

Dublin 8

YMCA Dublin: Play & Youth Work Supervisors x 2 and Playworkers x 3

We are recruiting for 5 key positions: Play & Youth Work Supervisors x 2 & Playworkers (part time) x 3. A unique opportunity to work directly with school-aged children and young people, helping to create inclusive, play-inspired environments where everyone can thrive.

Dublin 17 & Dublin 13

Crosscare: Manager - Lucan Youth Service

Ensure staff members spend required direct contact hours working with young people with an emphasis on targeted young people and those most in need. Provide support/supervision to staff on a monthly basis. Develop & foster an advocacy approach within the service.

Lucan, Co Dublin

Foróige: Youth Justice Worker - North Donegal

Applicants must have education to Degree standard preferably in the area of Youth / Justice / Social / Community Work (candidates with exceptional, relevant work experience may also be considered in lieu of degree qualifications). Access to a car and full driving licence.

North Donegal

Foróige: Youth Diversion / E Mentoring Programme Officer

This post is responsible for the provision of youth mentoring services for young people involved in CAMHS and Youth Diversion Projects (YDPs), JLO Services and HSE services in communities across the country. 35 hours per week minimum. Contract Type: Ongoing Contract.

Ballybofey, Co Donegal

Foróige: Early Intervention Youth Justice Worker - Rathkeale

Assess & respond to the needs of young people aged 8-11 years old who are at risk of becoming involved in crime or anti-social behaviour in the future. Engage, build and maintain strong, positive relationships with the target group on both a one to one and group basis.

Rathkeale, Co Limerick

Foróige: Project Worker x 2 - Donegal Peace Respectful Relations

Applicants must have education to National Diploma or Degree standard preferably in Youth / Community Work (candidates with exceptional, relevant work experience may also be considered in lieu of degree qualifications) and a minimum of 1 year relevant work experience.

Letterkenny, Co Donegal

Foróige: Project Worker x 2 - Donegal Peace Youth Citizenship

Applicants must have education to National Diploma or Degree standard preferably in Youth / Community Work (candidates with exceptional, relevant work experience may also be considered in lieu of degree qualifications) and a minimum of 1 year relevant work experience.

Letterkenny, Co Donegal

Smyly Trust Services: Social Care Worker (Permanent & Relief)

We provide medium and long-term Residential care for young people, 13-17 years. We require a Social Care Worker for full time, permanent & relief care positions. Applicants must have diploma or degree in Social Care and 3 years post qualification experience of residential care.

Dun Laoghaire / Monkstown, Co Dublin

Pobal: Early Years Specialist (Access and Inclusion)

This role is to support a range of diverse ELC settings to assist them in enabling inclusive practice & the optimal participation of a child with disability in the pre-school room. Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience of working in early years’ services is required.

Mullingar, Co Westmeath

Residential Accommodation Services: Social Care Manager

The Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of a residential facility. This role ensures the provision of a safe, supportive, and developmentally appropriate environment for the Y.P in compliance with legal, child protection, and safeguarding standards.

Dublin 9 / Dublin 6

Youth New Ross: Youth Project Coordinator (Part Time)

We are currently recruiting a Youth Project Coordinator, permanent and part time role, 4 full days per week (28 hours) includes evenings and occasional weekend work. We are looking for someone who is passionate about Youth Work and the empowerment of young people.

Co Wexford