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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 
• Employer Contribution Pension Scheme (T&C’s apply) 
• Flexible Working Policy 
• Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave – (full pay minus state-funded payment - T&C’s apply). 
• State-paid Parent’s Leave Benefit and Unpaid Parental Leave. 
• Residential Overnight Allowance 
• Personal Accident and Injury Insurance Cover 
• Certified Sick Leave – full pay for a total of 23 days in a 12 month period (T&C’s apply). 
• 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:

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