Relief Support Worker (As and When Required Contract) 

ADAPT Kerry Women’s Refuge and Support Service supports women and children affected by domestic abuse by providing 24-hour emergency refuge accommodation and a range of other support services to improve outcomes for women and children.

We require relief staff for:

Both Day and Night Duty - Weekdays and Weekends

The successful candidate will have:

Essential: 

• Experience of working directly with women and/or children in a care or support setting.
• Be available to cover Annual Leave, Sick Leave and at short notice cover.
• Good decision-making and communication skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of the domestic violence and violence against women and children
• Third level qualification in Social Care or other relevant field.
• Knowledge of Trauma Informed Care Principles and Framework
• Experience of lone working with on call support

Desirable:

The hours are as when required and may include working day or night shifts (Day shift 8.30am-6.30pm, Waking Night shift (6pm-9am). Flexibility is required as these shifts may change depending on the needs of the service.