Focus Ireland is seeking a Project Worker for its Resettlement, Tenancy Support Service in Sligo. The role involves providing crucial support to households at risk of homelessness, building productive relationships with agencies, and conducting assessments and evaluations of customer care plans. Candidates need a degree in social care and at least 2 years of relevant experience. This part-time contract emphasizes flexibility, teamwork, and excellent communication skills. Focus Ireland is committed to equal opportunities. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Project Worker, Resettlement, Tenancy Support Service, North West Location: Sligo Contract: Part Time (20 hours), 1 year Fixed Term The purpose of this role is to provide supports to households that are at risk of becoming homeless, or experiencing homelessness, in order to assist them to occupy accommodation and sustain independent living. What you will do: Work within the overall objectives, policies, procedures and best‑practice standards of Focus Ireland, including Health & Safety requirements. Build strong professional relationships and collaborate effectively with a wide range of agencies, professionals and community services. Work as part of a multidisciplinary, multi‑agency team to coordinate statutory and support services through a strong case‑management approach. Provide support to an agreed number of households, delivering appropriate programmes based on assessed customer needs. Conduct assessments and develop, monitor and update customer care plans, needs assessments and support plans, ensuring accurate and up‑to‑date records (including PASS). Advocate on behalf of customers to external services to ensure their needs are represented and addressed. Develop effective community links with accommodation and service providers to support collaborative work with customers. Provide one‑to‑one, intensive support to households, including lone working in homes and remote locations in line with agreed standards. Support customers to sustain their tenancy/accommodation, including rent management, maintenance, cleanliness, addressing anti‑social behaviour and resolving disputes. Report Child Protection concerns as required and attend all relevant meetings, reviews and organisational forums, following up on agreed actions. Participate in regular supervision, training and development; remain vigilant to health, safety and welfare risks and raise concerns appropriately. Contribute to policy development and undertake additional duties as reasonably assigned by the Line Manager. What you will need: A Third Level qualification at degree level in the area of social care (e.g., youth work, social studies, addiction, psychology, etc.) and/or be a CORU registered Social Care Worker. Full driver’s licence and use of a car. 2 years direct experience in the social care field. A working knowledge and understanding of the Therapeutic Crisis Intervention model. Experience working with customers who have co‑existing conditions. Excellent report writing and strong IT skills. Ability to work well in a team environment, social care based or clinical disciplines. Experience of working and liaising with other organisations. Communication skills. Knowledge and understanding of the complex needs of homeless and hard‑to‑reach customers. Ability to plan and implement programmes. Flexibility in approach to work. Focus Ireland is an equal opportunities employer #J-18808-Ljbffr
Focus Ireland is seeking a Health Inclusion Outreach Worker for their Housing First services based in Limerick and Clare. The role includes improving health outcomes for individuals experiencing homelessness, conducting health assessments, developing health plans, and advocating within the healthcare system. Candidates must possess a relevant third-level qualification and have at least two years of experience working with vulnerable populations. This is a full-time, 1-year fixed-term contract position. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Health Inclusion Outreach Worker, Housing First, Mid West Housing First Health Inclusion Project Worker Location: Limerick and Clare Contract: Full Time, 1 Year Fixed Term Contract x 2 Health Inclusion Outreach Worker, Housing First, Mid West: The purpose of this role is to work as part of our Housing First services in Limerick and Clare with a strong focus on improving the health outcomes for individuals experiencing homelessness, specifically rough sleepers. This role will be instrumental in connecting customers to stable housing while addressing their immediate and long-term complex health needs in the areas of social, addiction, physical and mental health. Housing First Health Inclusion Project Worker: The purpose of this role is to work as part of the Focus Ireland Housing First Service to deliver a ‘Housing First’ approach to individuals experiencing homelessness across Limerick Clare. The aim of the programme is to develop and improve wrap around health supports in ‘Housing First’ tenancies and address the complex health needs of the ‘housing first’ participants in the areas of General Mental Health and Addiction. What You Will Do Work within the framework, objectives, policies, and procedures of the Housing First Service, ensuring all practice aligns with organisational standards. Provide an assertive street outreach approach to individuals experiencing homelessness, including those rough sleeping, in order to build meaningful relationships with people who may not have engaged with traditional services in the past. Undertake comprehensive health assessments for individuals experiencing homelessness, identifying both immediate health needs and longer‑term or chronic conditions. Collaborate closely with healthcare providers and community organisations to support customer access to medical care, mental health services, and substance misuse treatment. Advocate for customers within the healthcare system to ensure continuity of care and to help remove barriers that may prevent access to appropriate supports. Work alongside customers to develop and implement individualised health plans that align with both their health needs and their housing goals. Provide health education, guidance, and ongoing support that empowers customers to manage their conditions, engage in preventative care, and improve overall wellbeing. Collaborate with the Housing First multidisciplinary team—including case managers, nurses, and specialist staff—to address the holistic needs of each customer. Maintain accurate, up‑to‑date, and confidential health records, ensuring progress and outcomes are documented to a high professional standard. Keep informed of current healthcare resources, evolving policies, and best practice approaches relevant to the needs of individuals experiencing homelessness, and participate in ongoing training and professional development. Work a flexible rota as agreed with the Housing Services Manager, attend required team and organisational meetings, supervise students or volunteers where assigned, and engage in regular supervision sessions. Be vigilant regarding Health, Safety, and Welfare risks in the workplace, report concerns to the Line Manager or Health Safety Representative, and undertake any additional duties reasonably assigned in consultation with the Housing Services Manager. What You Will Need A Third Level qualification at degree level in the area of social care i.e. youth work, social studies, addiction, psychology etc and/or be a CORU registered Social Care Worker. Two years’ experience of working with homeless people, substance users, people experiencing. Experience of working with customers at risk. Experience of teamworking. Experience of working and liaising with other agencies, including both voluntary statutory. Full Driver’s License with access to a car. Excellent communication, interpersonal and report writing skills. Knowledge and understanding of Housing First and issues affecting people with complex general mental health and addiction needs. Focus Ireland is an equal opportunities employer #J-18808-Ljbffr
Focus Ireland is seeking a full-time Receptionist to manage administrative tasks and assist with the overall aims of the organization. Located in Dublin, the ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar role, excellent organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Responsibilities include answering phones, managing deliveries, and ensuring the reception area is presentable. This position offers a chance to contribute to an NGO dedicated to helping the homeless community. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Contract: Full Time, Permanent Location: Dublin What You Will Do Work within the framework of the overall aims and objectives of Focus Ireland. Work in close liaison and co-operation with other Focus Ireland services. Answer phones in a prompt and professional manner. Take accurate phone messages and pass them on to appropriate persons. Refer people to external agencies as appropriate. Be responsible for goods deliveries and ensure that they are safely delivered to the appropriate staff member or team. Welcoming callers. Order taxis and couriers for staff and keep record log of same. Manage the stationary order for general use for High Street. Organise outgoing post and keep record log of same. Keep Reception area clean, tidy and presentable at all times. Organise and arrange for recycling/shredding. Attend team, section, divisional and agency meetings as required. Undertake any other responsibilities and duties as may reasonably be assigned by your Manager or Divisional Head. What you will need Previous experience in a similar role. Excellent organisational skills with proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook. Ability to use initiative and seek direction when appropriate. Ability to anticipate problems and generate solutions. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to multi-task and prioritise competing demands. Ability to effectively communicate at all levels of the organization. Maintain multiple relationships with consistency and a high degree of customer care. A general knowledge or experience of working within an NGO or the homeless sector (Desirable). Focus Ireland is an equal opportunities employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Focus Ireland is seeking a Social Care Leader to provide short-term accommodation for young people in Clonmel. The role focuses on ensuring a safe environment and compliance with regulations, while providing guidance to staff and managing crisis situations. Qualified candidates must have CORU approval and at least 3 years of experience in similar roles. This is a full-time position in a rewarding environment dedicated to supporting young individuals in need. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Location: Clonmel Contract: Full-Time, Specific Purpose Contract The purpose of this role is to provide short-term accommodation to young people, aged 15‑17, who have been displaced from their home. What You Will Do Work within the overall objectives of Focus Ireland and under the supervision and direction of the Manager of The Haven. Provide leadership, guidance, and direction to residential staff teams, promoting a positive and professional working environment. Create and maintain a safe, caring, and stable environment for young people placed in the centre, promoting their rights and responsibilities. As part of the management team, ensure the centre operates in line with Tusla policies, Child Care (Standards in Children’s Residential Centres) Regulations 1996, and HIQA National Standards (2018). Ensure Care and Placement Plans are in place, agreed, implemented, and regularly monitored for all young people in the centre. Consult and engage appropriately with young people, their families, centre staff, and relevant external stakeholders. Provide regular supervision to staff and actively promote staff development, training, and reflective practice. Implement, monitor, and review project and agency policies and procedures, including safeguarding, complaints, confidentiality, health and safety, housing, and HR policies. Support the Manager with staff performance management, recruitment, supervision, training, and compliance with employment and health and safety legislation. Assume the duties of the Manager in their absence to ensure the smooth and effective running of the project. Coordinate referrals, allocation of case workers, maintain accurate records and statistical information, and prepare monthly and other required reports. Manage financial systems, contribute to the annual budgeting process, participate in project reviews and evaluations, and implement service improvements. Work collaboratively with external agencies, participate in on‑call systems, attend meetings and training, and undertake other reasonable duties assigned by senior management. What You Will Need Hold a CORU approved Social Care Worker qualification and have applied for CORU registration (evidence of application will be necessary). 3 years’ experience at Social Care Leader and post qualification experience in Residential Child Care or related field. A working knowledge of the impact of childhood adversity on adolescents. Ability to manage and support customers in crisis who present with challenging behaviours based upon Focus Ireland's values and principles of best practice. Experience of working in partnership with multidisciplinary teams to holistically meet the needs of service users. A working knowledge and understanding of therapeutic crisis intervention model. A working knowledge and understanding of the HIQA National Standards for Children’s Residential Centres (2018). Supervisory experience. A working knowledge and understanding of the National Standards for Children’s Residential Centres (Desirable). A working knowledge and understanding of therapeutic crisis intervention model (Desirable). Focus Ireland is an equal opportunities employer #J-18808-Ljbffr
Team Leader, Youth Housing, South East Location: Cork Contract: Full Time, 1 year Fixed Term The purpose of this role is to work as part of the management team to provide day-to-day leadership, management and supervision of staff employed by Focus Ireland in the Cork Youth Services, alongside holding a small case load of customers. What You Will Do Lead the Cork Youth Service in line with Focus Ireland’s values, ethos, policies and procedures, promoting a rights‑based Housing First for Youth approach and the model of Family and Natural Supports. Provide strategic leadership to develop and adapt the service in consultation with stakeholders, funders and partners, ensuring it meets the needs of young people at risk of homelessness. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, quality service delivery, trauma‑informed practice and high professional and ethical standards. Manage, mentor and support the staff team through effective delegation, supervision, communication and performance management, maintaining a positive, motivated and customer‑focused work environment. Hold overall operational responsibility for the Cork Youth Service, including housing management, maintenance, health and safety, care and case management, assessment, planning and reviews. Oversee service delivery, including referrals, allocations, exits and a small personal caseload, ensuring fair access and compliance with Focus Ireland policies, Equality and Human Rights Duty and best practice standards. Ensure effective interagency and partnership working with statutory and voluntary organisations, representing the service and organisation professionally at all times. Oversee access to housing for young people, including vacancy management, allocation procedures, and pursuing housing opportunities through AHBs, HAP, partnerships and other relevant options. Ensure all administrative, reporting and recording requirements are met, including monthly reports, KPIs, PASS, Orion, Teams case notes, statistics, incident recording and financial oversight. Lead people management functions, including recruitment, induction, rotas, attendance, training, supervision, on‑call arrangements and staff development. Ensure staff receive effective communication, supervision and support, recognising good performance and managing performance issues, concerns or complaints appropriately. Maintain effective teamwork across youth services, providing cover where required, ensuring appropriate handovers, and working collaboratively across the South East region. Participate in training, professional development, internal supervision and service cover arrangements, and undertake any other reasonable duties as required, including participation in an on‑call rota. What You Will Need A Third Level qualification at degree level in the area of social care i.e. youth work, social studies, addiction, psychology, etc and/or be a CORU registered Social Care Worker Extensive recent leadership experience Proven extensive experience working in a social care setting Experience of providing staff supervision Experience of working with young people aged 18-26+ Be committed to work in partnership with customers Experience of service planning and development. Full clean drivers licence Focus Ireland is an equal opportunities employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A community service organization is looking for a Team Leader for Youth Housing to provide day-to-day leadership in Cork. The role entails leading the youth service, managing staff, and ensuring quality delivery aligned with best practices to support young people at risk of homelessness. Candidates should hold a relevant degree and possess extensive leadership experience in social care. The position is full-time, fixed-term for one year, with a commitment to a rights-based approach. #J-18808-Ljbffr
