Project Worker.

The Role

Hartley People Recruitment are seeking a Full-Time Project Worker on behalf of a well-established organisation providing accommodation and support services to individuals and families experiencing homelessness, Co. Tipperary.

Working as part of a dedicated social care team, you will play a key role in supporting service users to achieve greater independence, secure long-term housing and improve their overall wellbeing through a person-centred and recovery-focused approach.

Responsibilities will include conducting needs assessments, developing and implementing individual care and support plans, managing a caseload of service users, and supporting individuals with housing applications, tenancy sustainment and access to education, employment and community services. You will also be responsible for maintaining accurate case records, liaising with external agencies and multidisciplinary teams, supporting and mentoring staff and students where required, and assisting the Service Manager with the day-to-day running of the service.

The role involves working a flexible roster across seven days, including evenings, with occasional out-of-hours on-call responsibilities as required.

The Person

• Minimum Level 7 qualification in Social Care (essential).
• Minimum 2 years’ post-qualification experience in social care or a related field (essential).
• Must have CORU Registration
• Full clean driving licence and access to a car (essential).
• Previous experience supporting vulnerable individuals, particularly within homeless services, residential care or community support, would be an advantage.
• Strong understanding of person-centred care, recovery-focused support and individual care planning.
• Experience conducting needs assessments, managing caseloads and maintaining accurate case records.
• A caring, compassionate and non-judgemental approach when supporting individuals experiencing challenging circumstances.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with service users, colleagues and external agencies.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
• Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a multidisciplinary team.
• Good understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality and Health & Safety procedures.

Benefits

• Aviva Group life insurance with EAP
• Free digital GP
• Bereavement support
• Free medical 2 nd opinion
• Bike to work scheme
• Pension matched up to 5% of salary