Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Outreach Project: Community Employment Supervisor
Dun Laoghaire Rathdown outreach Project wishes to recruit a Community Employment Supervisor for our Drug Rehabilitation Scheme. This scheme is funded through the Department of Social Protection
Note: This is a re advertisement.
Primary objectives of the scheme are:
- To provide persons in recovery from substance misuse issues with a programme that incorporates support and learning around rehabilitation, social and personal development, health & wellbeing, training, education and work experience opportunities.
- To facilitate progression on to further education, training and/or employment
The Role
The role of the Community Employment Supervisor is to support participants in a drug rehabilitation project to develop their personal, social and education/work related skills to enable them progress towards full participation within their recovery, community and working life.
Person Specification
Knowledge of Post
Essential
- Knowledge of the role of the Community Employment Supervisor
- Display responsibility, commitment and motivation to implement the spirit of Community Employment.
- Knowledge of substance use recovery / community development
Desirable
- Awareness of the needs of clients on a drug rehabilitation scheme
- Knowledge of NDRIC Framework
Work Experience
Essential
- Three year experience supervising staff
- Previous experience in an administration, and/or co-ordination role
Desirable
- Two years previous experience working with substance misuse issues
- Previous experience in a support worker role within a similar setting
- Experience of developing and implementing programmes in a community based organisation
Interpersonal Skills
Essential
- Must be capable of directing and motivating participants.
- Have good communication skills firmly aligned to the organisation’s values
- Competent writing skills required
- Non-judgmental attitude
- Awareness of importance of professional boundaries
Desirable
- Team work ethos
Education & Training
Essential
- Major Award at 3rd Level (NFQ Level 6 or higher) in Business/Financial Administration, Training, Human Sciences, Project Management or related disciplines.
- ICT skills essential (e.g. MS Office).
Desirable
- Facilitation / group work qualification / training Qualification
- 3rd level (min Level 6) Qualification in substance misuse and/or related issues including rehabilitation.
To Apply:
Please send your CV and cover letter to Anthea Carry at manager@drop.ie. Full job description can be downloaded from www.drop.ie/employment-vacancies. Shortlisting and Garda Vetting will apply. A panel will be formed. Closing date for application is 4pm on Friday 24th May 2024