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Project Worker

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    Crosscare
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    Ref: #JOB-2464194
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    CROSSCARE CLONLIFFE FAMILY HUB, 204/206 Clonliffe Rd, Dublin 3, D03 PD86
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    No of positions: 2
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    Paid Position
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    38.5 hours per week
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    39625.00 Euro Annually
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    Published On: 17 Aug 2026
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    Closing On: 14 Sep 2026

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Project Worker role is to provide a critical service in 24 hour short term residential services to adult men, women and their families experiencing homelessness. Please follow the link for full job spec: Careers - Crosscare
Location: Family Hub, Drumcondra
Work Schedule: Full Time 38.5 Hours per week 7 day rota (incl evening & weekends – Days)
Contract: Full Time Permanent, pending probation.
Salary: €39,625
Starting date: 01/10/26
The Role: 
•	Our services are challenging environments as we seek to achieve an inclusive approach working with people with complex issues. implement the case management system and engage in one to one work with a specific allocated case load, from referral stage to move-on. This includes initial assessment, Identifying Housing supports and additional supports, Updating the PASS System, advocating on behalf of the family, arranging meetings, linking the family  in to appropriate services  assisting each family in finding a long term home.
•	To liaise closely with the Housing Case Working team and family link worker to ensure effective communication and support families to re-engage/engage with local communities. 
•	To engage with and build professional trusting relationships with each family, treating them with dignity and respect, and working within the values of Crosscare
•	To carry out all duties including the admin ones connected with the operation of the family hub, resolving conflict, responding to health issues, premise management, taking referrals, welcoming and engaging with families.
•	Follow all Crosscare policies, reporting policy & procedures regarding Child Protection and Health and Safety concerns at all times
•	To liaise with and advocate to a broad range of external service providers in addition to internal services
•	To work effectively as part of a team and being open to reasonable requests from manager/ care coordinator/facilities coordinator 
Essential Qualification Required:
•	Minimum BA in Applied Social Care, Addiction, Mental Health, Nursing, Psychology (or equivalent) Level 7 awarded by National Qualifications Framework (NQF) QQI 
•	A minimum of 1 year relevant employment working with similar client group
•	Child Protection Training
Experience Required:
•	External candidates - A min of 1 year working in area of homelessness & housing 
Internal Candidates - A min of 6months relevant employment working in Crosscare homeless services
Additional Requirements ( be able to demonstrate in your application)
•	Good time Management and organisation skills
•	Knowledge of Rebuilding Ireland, Pathways to Home, HAP, Rent Supplement & HNAs
•	Awareness of issues arising for residents/families moving into their own independent tenancy
•	Experience of managing complex and challenging situation in client based service.
•	Knowledge of Children’s First & Child Protection
Closing date 11/09/2026
Garda Vetting applies to this role
 
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  • Experienced [Non-Managerial]

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