Vacancies
Due to new targets set by DHSSPS to improve training and employment outcomes of
Looked After Children (LAC) in Northern Ireland Include Youth is now recruiting for
an exciting new post to pioneer and deliver an employability scheme for young people
in and leaving care in the Western Health and Social Care Trust.
EMPLOYABILITY WORKER (Ref: EWW09)
The main purpose of this unique post is two fold:
- The Employability Worker will work closely with LAC and 16+ Pathway Teamsto develop a culture and infrastructure within the WHSCT to better prepare young
people in and leaving care for the world of employment, training or education. - The Employability Worker will enhance the employability of care leavers by securing
and supporting a range of work experience and employment opportunities across
the public, private, voluntary and community sectors in the Western Trust region
but with particular focus on creating opportunities within the Western Trust itself.
Along with relevant previous experience and other essential criteria the person
appointed will also hold a recognised, appropriate 3rd level qualification in Human
Resources, Careers Guidance, Business, Education/Training, Youth Work or Social Work. A full driving licence and access to a car are essential requirements of the post.
Starting salary: £24,402 Hours per week: 35 Based: Derry
Duration: 2 years initially, this post is dependent on continued funding thereafter
For an application form and further information please quote
reference EWW09 and send an A4 S.A.E. (90p postage) to:
Personnel,
IncludeYouth,
Alpha House,
3 Rosemary Street,
Belfast
BT1 1QA
Or e-mail info@includeyouth.org
Closing date for completed applications is Friday 4th Dec at 12 noon
This post is funded by the Western Health and Social Care Trust
Include Youth is an Equal Opportunities Employer and believes in its policy.
