Key Responsibilities

Programme and Resident Support:

• Coordinate and oversee intergenerational activities within the residential setting.
• Work closely with elderly residents to assess needs and develop individual care and support plans.
• Support residents in accessing public services and other services available within their local area.
• Promote social inclusion, wellbeing, and meaningful engagement between generations.

Residential Coordination and Oversight:

• Coordinate the day-to-day operational needs of the residence in line with programme requirements.
• Liaise with service providers, staff, and partners to ensure the residence meets the needs of its residents.
• Ensure the residential environment remains safe, welcoming, and well organised.
• Coordinate practical needs related to the building and residential services, escalating issues when necessary.

Collaboration and Communication

• Build and maintain positive, respectful relationships with residents and other professionals involved in their care and support.
• Work closely with the Project Manager, Community Worker, and external stakeholders involved in programme delivery to ensure coordinated and effective services.
• Foster a respectful, caring, and supportive residential community.

Administration and Compliance

• Maintain accurate records, care plans, and programme documentation.
• Ensure safeguarding, health and safety, and organisational policies are adhered to at all times.
• Support reporting, evaluation, and follow-up activities related to the programme.

Additional Duties:

• Participate in meetings, supervision, and training as required.
• Carry out other duties as assigned by management or the National Council.

Qualifications and Skills

• Tertiary-level education in social sciences, social work, psychology, community development, education, or a related field.
• Experience working in a social, community, residential, or care-related setting.
• Experience working with elderly people is considered an asset.
• Ability to develop and implement individual care or support plans.
• Knowledge of, or ability to navigate, public services and community-based support systems.
• Strong organisational, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Empathy, flexibility, and a strong sense of responsibility.
• Commitment to the values and mission of Friends of Don Bosco.

Working Hours

This is a full-time position. Flexibility in working hours may be required to meet the needs of the residential programme and its residents.

Salary

€ 28,000 – €31,000 annually

Application Process

To apply, please send your detailed curriculum vitae and a cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role to ariana@friendsofdonbosco.com. Applications will be accepted until 30 April 2026.