Facilitator – School Leaver Programme. South-West

SOUTH KERRY DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP CLG

Wishes to recruit a

FACILITATOR – SCHOOL LEAVER PROGRAMME

South Kerry Development Partnership CLG invites applications for the above position

The School Leaver Programme is aimed at young adults with disabilities who have recently completed their second-level education in Kerry and will focus on the participants education, personal development, voluntary work experience and integration into the local community. The programme may be offered on a full-time or part-time capacity to participants. The programme’s sustainability is underpinned by the dedication of host farmers, community and voluntary groups and the support provided by SKDP School Leaver Programme Facilitators.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Prior experience of working with individuals with a disability or previous social care experience.

• Experience of developing and implementing Person Centre Plan (PCP) for people with disabilities.

• A relevant third level qualification in social care, social sciences, disability studies, occupational therapy or related field, or equivalent years of professional experience.

• Understanding of issues around disability and social care needs.

• Understanding of HSE School Leaver process.

• Knowledge of New Directions.

• Knowledge of agriculture/general farm work and experience in dealing with farmers.

• Knowledge and experience of working with community groups.

• An understanding of community rural development principles.

• Ability to coordinate logistics and manage multiple tasks efficiently.

• Excellent communication & inter-personal skills.

• Computer literacy and excellent report writing skills.

• Full clean driving licence with access to own transport.

The position is part-time (22.5 hours per week) and will be based at the SKDP offices, Library Place, Killorglin. The contract period will run until December 2025.

Salary scale for the position is €19,309 to €25,952 per annum for a 22.5 hour week.

Full particulars of the position are available from South Kerry Development Partnership CLG, West Main Street, Cahersiveen, Co. Kerry.

Contact Marie Garvey, Telephone 066 9472724, infoskdp.net

To apply, please forward a CV and letter of application to:

Noel Spillane, Chief Executive Officer, South Kerry Development Partnership CLG, West Main Street, Cahersiveen, Co Kerry or by email to infoskdp.net not later than 5pm on Friday, 25th October 2024.

South Kerry Development Partnership CLG is an equal opportunities employer which welcomes applications from any individuals with the relevant skills and abilities to help make its diverse workforce more effective.