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Job Post Details

Family Support Worker - job post

Respond Housing Association
2.4 out of 5 stars
Dublin, County Dublin
€39,000–€50,000 a year - Permanent, Full-time

Job details

Pay

  • €39,000–€50,000 a year

Job type

  • Permanent
  • Full-time

Location

Dublin, County Dublin

Full job description

Respond is one of the largest housing associations in Ireland, providing social housing and homeless services. Our vision is that 'every family and individual in Ireland will have high-quality housing as part of a vibrant and caring community'. We are growing rapidly in response to the housing crisis and are now looking for the right person who has the passion and skills to help us realise our vision.


Respond is committed to equal employment and growing a diverse workforce. If you do not "tick every box" there are likely other valuable attributes and skills that you have, that would make you a great fit for the organisation. We welcome applications from people of all cultures, nationalities, genders and from anyone who has historically faced social exclusion. If you feel this role is for you, then please apply.


Role: Family Support Worker


Location: Dublin


Reporting To: National Manager for Family Support and Specialist Services.

Terms: 39 hours per week


Salary Range: €39-€50K (Please note that offers are typically made at the beginning to mid-range of the advertised salary, based on skills and experience)


Job Purpose:

To develop, maintain and co-ordinate family support in accordance with family support strategy and guidelines.


Core Duties and Responsibilities:

Conduct regular need assessments of families within Respond estates and others as referred to Family Support.

Design, implement and evaluate individual and group programmes for families in accordance with the family support strategy.

Assist in the establishment, development and implementation of family orientated programmes where appropriate, through Respond Support services.

Liaise with other agencies to provide an integrated approach to the needs of families with whom we work.

Advocate both internally within the company and externally to other bodies regarding the issues and needs of families.

Build relationships and represent Respond Support to various external bodies, groups and agencies, including community, statutory, private and funding bodies.

Research and apply for appropriate supports, funding or services as necessary to implement the family support strategy.

Prepare reports as necessary and participate at team meetings.

Take on the role of Designated Person relating to Respond's Child Protection Policy.

Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time.


Essential Criteria/Education Qualification:

  • BA in Family Support or Social Care.
  • A Full driver's license and full use of a car is essential.


Personal Skills/Attributes:

  • Excellent report writing and administrator skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Demonstrate social leadership and organisational skills.

  • An understanding of Social Issues and issues affecting families and individuals.

Excellent interpersonal skills and non-judgmental attitude.

  • Experience in facilitating groups and delivering programmes.
  • Ability to act on own initiative.


Desired Skills/Attributes

  • Fluent English.
  • Relevant third level education.
  • Experience of co-ordinating and developing social projects.
  • Demonstrate confidence and empathy, being Trauma Informed.
  • A number of years' experience working with families.

An ability to act as an ambassador on family issues.

  • Willingness to work outside normal hours as required.
  • Experience and understanding of Health and Safety.


Experience:

Position requires 1-3 years of experience.


Closing Date for Applicants is 23rd of July 2026.

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