Facilitator - Childrens Services St Augustines

Facilitator – Children Services, St. Augustine’sPermanent Full Time (39hrs) contract(Possibility of a 11-month contract to account for Summer) Saint John of God Community Services, Dublin South East Services are now inviting applications for the post of Facilitator in Children Services. This role involves supporting young people with learning support needs in our Vocational Development Department and/or the Extended day programme - based in St Augustine’s, Blackrock. Dublin South East provides a network of education, training, employment, respite and community living supports to children and adults with intellectual disabilities in South Dublin. This is an exciting opportunity to join a renowned service in the intellectual disability sector. We are funded by the HSE and as such the role is within the public service and subject to annual increments, generous annual leave, and pensions. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, flexible, innovative, and committed to providing a quality service that responds to the needs and priorities of our service users. Role SummaryThe role involves developing and delivering programme supports in a Vocational Development Department and/or Extended day programme must remain flexible working in both areas.   Applicants should have experience working with children with intellectual disabilities and class facilitation.  Minimum RequirementsA Level 6 qualification (QQI) or above, or equivalent is required e.g. Social Care/ Training/ Education/ Teaching etc. Experience·        Experience in delivery of QQI modules or similar training.·        A proven track record in the delivery of Person-Centred services and supports.·        Experience in working with young people with learning support needs.·        Abilities to advocate, challenge, negotiate.·        Excellent listening, communication, and interpersonal skills.·        A Full Irish Driver’s License (please advise on application including detail of penalty pts.Desirable:·        Experience in working with individuals with Autism advantageous.·        Experiencing in delivery training module/courses.·        Management of a class group of 4-6 students.·        Applying innovative and creative approaches in delivery of learning goals.RemunerationSalary Grade 6425 Supervisor/Instructor (Specialist Agencies) on the Consolidated HSE pay scale.€34,081 - €49,864LocationThe location of this role is Blackrock Co. Dublin. However, you may be required, from time to time, to work at SJOG other places of business or/and the premises of such associated companies or organisations as SJOG CS may require. You will be given as much notice of any such change of place of work as is reasonably practicable.Application Process:The selection process for this competition will compromise several elements to select successful candidates for the position. These may include the following:·        Shortlisting based in the information contained within your application.·        Competitive competency-based interview.A panel may be formed from this competition from which current and future, permanent, fixed term and specified purpose vacancies may be filled over the next 12 months. If your application contains gaps of employment within in your CV, please be advised that under HIQA, TUSLA and CORU regulations we are required to have explanatory information for these time periods. These must be provided with your application.Why work for us?St John of God offers a range of benefits to staff including the following:·        Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)·        Annual Increments·        Comprehensive induction training and continued in-house training/ professional development·        24 days annual leave (pro-rata) ·        Paid sick leave·        Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave (minimum service period applies)·        Opportunities for career progression·        Public Pension Scheme·        Group HSF Scheme·        Cycle to Work Scheme·        Discounts in local businessesClosing Date08/11/2024Informal inquiries to:·     Amanda Clarke Children Service Social Care Leader, M +353 (87)1950258 E Amanda.clarke@sjog.ie·     Ann Marie Ryan Children Service Head of Vocational Development, M +353 (87) 7179942 E AnnMarie.Ryan@sjog.ie·     Damian Breen, Children’s & Adult Service Coordinator at M +353 (87) 7856424 E damian.breen@sjog.ieSt John of God Community Services are equal opportunities employers.By applying for this position, you are giving Saint John of God Community Services consent to have your personal data stored which will be retained for the purpose of this competition only.




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