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Mid West Simon Community

Project Worker

Posted on June 24, 2026

Limerick, Ireland
0 - 0 USD (yearly)

Full Time

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Main Duties & Responsibilities:

Project Worker post will

Act as a key worker to individuals referred to MWS services, conducting assessments, and developing and reviewing their support plans in order to identify appropriate move-on options and support them to secure housing in line with their goals.
Work within the private rented sector, Approved Housing Bodies and Local Authorities to secure swift move-on and appropriate accommodation for individuals /individuals.
Work with key agencies in the locality to support the move on.
Encourage and empower individuals to reach their full potential.
Ensure that a culturally sensitive approach to support is maintained.
Liaise with relevant agencies when appropriate.
To ensure that individuals are familiar with and are complying with LA Codes of Conduct.
To maintain good relationships with neighbours and relevant community groups.
Maintain a high standard of cleanliness throughout the project.
Coordinate activity and social programmes.

Administration

To maintain all recording systems as outlined by National Quality Standards Framework.
To ensure that all communication and administrative policies and procedures are followed.
To prepare reports as required.

Training

To attend and participate in training courses as required.
To identify areas of future training need.

Health and Safety

To act as appointed First Aid person as required.
To ensure a safe, healthy and secure environment for all.
To carry out all duties with reasonable care.
To ensure that designated fire procedures are carried out.
To address actions arising from Health & Safety and maintenance inspections.

General

To represent Mid-West Simon Community at meetings, conferences, seminars, and other events as scheduled.
To project a positive image of Mid-West Simon Community at all times.
To maintain confidentiality on all matters relating to clients, staff, volunteers, and general Simon Community Business.
To be aware of and adhere to all Mid-West Simon Community Policies and Procedures currently in operation.
To attend the house, staff and other meetings as appropriate
To provide training and support to volunteers and students.
Client-focused, adaptable, accountable, resilient individual.
Excellent communicator, with the ability to advocate on the client’s behalf.
Ability to assist with assessment, planned support, key working with vulnerable people, whilst being respectful and professional.
All other duties as may be from time to time requested by management, and which are consistent with your job and responsibilities.

Person Specification:

Essential

Education

A level 7 Social Care degree or equivalent.
2 years’ experience working in a similar role within a social care setting.

Experience, Attributes, Skills, Abilities and Knowledge

Children First Training.
In-depth understanding in the area of homelessness.
Have an in-depth understanding of private rented sector/Approved Housing Bodies and Local Authority and all accommodation options available to individuals in the locality.
Experience of working with and supporting people who are homeless, those addiction support needs, and mental health support needs.
Have an understanding of the physical and mental health and substance misuse needs that may affect those in homelessness.
Knowledge of the specialist services which can address these needs.
Possess strong advocacy skills in support of Individuals accessing services relevant to their needs.
The desire to support homeless and vulnerable people to develop their own resources and make positive changes.
Basic understanding of how to provide advice and case-work services to vulnerable people.
Ability to provide, manage and evaluate support plans.
Ability to provide effective key working to Individuals.
Ability to manage challenging behaviour, set clear boundaries, and remain calm and effective under pressure.
Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work in a changing environment where sound judgement is required.
Be self-motivated, able to motivate, inspire and empower others.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Knowledge of Health and Safety in the workplace.
Have an understanding of the importance of confidentiality in relation to work.
Be computer literate with a sound knowledge of Word, Excel, Email and PASS.
Share in and work with the values and ethos of Mid-West Simon Community.
Ability to make efficient use of time and manage workload.
Recognises the need to be flexible.
Possessing a valid and full clean driver’s licence is essential.
Candidate should have a clear understanding of client lead approaches.
Candidate should have a clear understanding of Trauma Informed Care Principles.