Waterford & South Tipperary Community Youth Service
WSTCYS is a community-based youth organisation which places active youth participation, volunteerism and community development at the heart of our ethos
Applications are invited for the post of:
Community Drugs Worker
Clonmel Community Based Drugs Initiative | Full-Time | Funded by the HSE
To support individuals, families and communities to address and respond to issues related to substance misuse
Essential Requirements
- Third level qualification in Youth & Community Work, Addiction, Health Promotion or related field
- Own transport & full clean driving licence
- Experience in community development approach
- Knowledge of substance misuse & harm reduction
Desirable
- Desire to empower individuals, reduce harm, and strengthen community resilience
- Familiarity with intervention models (MI, CRA, SAOR)
- Group facilitation skills & programme delivery
- Skilled in capacity building & commitment to Volunteer Involvement
Key Competencies
- Self-motivated & flexible with strong initiative
- Excellent communication & organisational skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Experience working with volunteers & community groups
- Awareness of drug-related issues in Ireland
Key Responsibilities:
Individual Supports
- Brief interventions & needs-based support
- 1-2-1 harm reduction & capacity building
- Provide holistic interventions to reduce stress and support achievement of individual goals
Family Supports
- One-to-one and Peer-led family supports
- Support families to increase their capacity to manage well when dealing with issues in relation to substance misuse
- Holistic stress-reduction interventions
Community Engagement
- Drug education for at-risk individuals
- Involve local adult volunteers, recognising their expertise and ensuring sustainability of service delivery long-term
- Represent CBDI at community fora
Please submit applications as a CV by email to: jobs@wstcys.ie
Closing Date: 5:00 p.m. Friday 29th May
Web: www.wstcys.ie
WSTCYS is an equal opportunities employer.