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We very much recognise the value of having good people on our team, and provide a wide range of supports and development opportunities for employees so that they can provide the highest quality of service to young people.  

Sphere 17 RYS Employee Supports and Benefits: 

• CDYS Salary Scale 
• 24 Days Annual Leave Allowance 
• Employee Induction Programme 
• Employee Assistance Supports
• Employer Contributory Pension Scheme
• Flexible Working Policy 
• Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave 
• State-paid Parent’s Leave Benefit and Unpaid Parental Leave
• Residential Overnight Allowance 
• Personal Accident and Injury Insurance Cover 
• Paid Sick Leave – full pay for a total of 23 days in a 12 month period
• Employee Wellbeing workshops and activities delivered by the Wellness Committee 
• Opportunity to gain the D1 (mini bus) license with associated costs covered by the organisation 
• Continuous Professional Development through Sphere 17’s Learning and Development Policy: Supervision, Support and Appraisal, Monthly training sessions/workshops (internal and external facilitators), Individual Training Fund, Supervisory Roles (Students and Volunteers), Employee Forum – Opportunities to engage in Policy Review and Sectoral Developments . 

Check out our current vacancies below:

Woodale Youth Justice Project (YJP) 

Family Support Worker (x1 full-time position) 

and 

Early Intervention Worker (x1 full-time position)  

These positions are funded by the Department of Justice. http://www.eufunds.ie/ #EUinmyregion     

Description of Youth Diversion Projects (YDP):   

The Woodale Youth Justice Project is responsible for working with young people involved, or at risk of becoming involved in, criminal activity in the areas of Priorswood and Darndale, Dublin 17. Youth Diversion Project’s provide a wraparound service to young people and families in the community through Youth Justice Work, Early Intervention, Family Support and Detached Work.  

 Family Support Worker 

In line with the Youth Justice Strategy 2021-2027, the purpose of Family Support in Youth Diversion Projects (YDP’s), is to support those families of young people who have offended or are at risk of offending, with the aim to reduce the offending behaviour. Family Support in YDPs is exclusively for those families of children and young people (includes children aged 8-11 and young people aged 12-17) referred and accepted onto the YDP by the Referral Assessment Committee. (YDP Best Practice Development Team, Guidance for Family Support work in Youth Diversion Projects, 2023) 

Please see our Woodale YJP Family Support Worker Job Description Jan. 2025.pdf for more information about the role. 

To apply for the position of Family Support Worker please click the link and complete the online application form: Woodale YJP Family Support Application Form - Jan. 2025.docx 

Early Intervention Worker 

The core purpose of the Early Intervention Worker will be to work in line with the Youth Justice Strategy 2021-2027, with the aim to support children aged 8-11 and families who have been identified as at risk of future offending through age-appropriate intervention and family support work. Early Intervention work can also include the provision of appropriate family support, where necessary, to address the needs of YDP children/young people and their families. The candidate must have the ability to engage the 8-11 age cohort of young people, with creative and innovative initiatives and programmes that best respond to their specific needs. To understand child protection policies and practices as well as being willing to work with the principles of youth diversion work for the 8-11 cohort of young people. (YDP Best Practice Development Team, Guidance for Early Intervention Work in Youth Diversion Projects, 2023) 

Please see our Woodale YJP Early Intervention Worker Job Description Jan. 2025.pdf for more information about the role. 

To apply for the position of Early Intervention Worker please click the link and complete the online application form: Woodale YJP Early Intervention Worker Application Form Jan. 2025.docx 

Salary and Requirements 

Salary scale is commensurate with the current CDYS Youth Worker and Youth Activity Worker Salary Scales.  The post will require the successful candidate to work scheduled hours in the evenings and at weekends.  

*Please note*  

Appointment to the above pay-scales will reflect the level of required criteria met at point of entry as detailed below.  

Required:  

Youth Worker: An *NSETS professionally endorsed qualification in Youth Work or Youth and Community Work,  

Or,  

Have worked with young people and/or families for two years full-time in a youth work / family support setting and have an equivalent professional Degree level qualification within the Education/Social Science/Youth Work or Community Work field.  

Required:  

Youth Activity Worker: A QQI Level 5 full Award in Youth Work or equivalent qualification in a related area plus experience of working with young people.  

Or,  

A minimum of 6 months full-time paid experience working directly with young people/families in a youth work /family support setting.  

Shortlisted applicants will be required to discuss Key Competencies at interview. Shortlisted applicants will also be required to further expand upon their knowledge and demonstrate their experience and suitability for the role, as outlined in their application form.  

Please return completed Application Forms to tanya.walker@sphere17.ie  

The closing date for receipt of completed applications is: Monday, 27th January 2025, at 5pm with interviews provisionally scheduled for the following week. Short listing will apply, and a panel may be formed.  All appointments are subject to reference checking and Garda Vetting. Sphere 17 RYS is an equal opportunities employer.   

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We currently have a rolling recruitment process for the following positions:

Youth Work Relief Worker(s)

Main Role:
The Youth Work Relief Worker, working as part of a team, will be involved in providing temporary staff cover on any one of our youth service area teams or on the Woodale Youth Justice Project, as required. This cover will primarily involve implementing Sphere 17/Woodale activities and programmes, in keeping with approved plans, and as agreed with the relevant Project Leader.

Applications can be made to: recruitment@sphere17.ie . For more information on this opportunity download YW Relief Worker Job Description and YW Relief Application Form. 

We are currently recruiting for suitably qualified Sessional Child and Adolescent Counsellors for our youth counselling service The Listen Project

The Listen Project Steering Group seeks Expressions of Interest from suitably qualified Child and Adolescent Counsellors who will deliver sessional counselling (mornings and/or evenings) to young people who seek support through the project.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

A recognised and accredited Level 7 qualification (QQI) (Minimum in Counselling or Psychotherapy)

AND

Demonstrated experience of work with young people in a professional capacity

OR

Attainment (or pre-attainment) of a recognised and accredited Degree or Post-Graduate qualification in counselling or psychotherapy specialising in Child and Adolescent Therapy.

The ideal candidates will also:

• Hold full accredited membership with IACP, IAHIP or equivalent.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Children First requirements and up to date training
• Demonstrate familiarity with GDPR and the IT capability to manage appointments, case notes, databases and submit invoices in a timely, secure and confidential manner.
• Knowledge and familiarity using online video tools as a means to provide counselling services

Applicants must show proof of accreditation, qualifications and insurance to provide such services. Successful candidates will also be subject to reference checks and Garda Vetting.

For more information and details on how to apply click here 

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Garda Vetting is required of all staff and volunteers joining Sphere 17 RYS. For more information on the Garda Vetting process contact Mick on 01 8674348