Project Worker in Kilkenny
- Salary
- Not stated
- Contract
- Contract
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 28 Sept 2026
About the Role
The Good Shepherd Centre Kilkenny (GSCK) provides services to women, men and families experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Service users must be over the age of 18 years and referred by the local authority. Identified vulnerable groups to homelessness are:
- People struggling with addiction
- People with mental health issues
- People with disabilities
- The elderly
- Low-income families
- People exiting state care, hospital, or prison
The START Project requires a project worker to support tenants under the programme. The Good Shepherd Centre in conjunction with Mental Health Service Area 5 Kilkenny and in partnership with Kilkenny Local Authority will provide homecare support and a recovery orientated tenancy sustainment programme.
Requirements
Skills and attributes:
- Organisational Skills
- Verbal and Written Communication Skills
- Excellent Interpersonal Skills
Details
Location: Kilkenny, Ireland
Sector: public sector
Contract: €16.77 p/h
Closing date: 28 Sept 2026, 22:59
How to Apply
Attachments: START_Project_Worker.pdf
Documents & Campaign Information
Frequently asked
- What are the key responsibilities of the Project Worker role?
- The Project Worker will support tenants under the START Project, providing homecare support and a recovery-oriented tenancy sustainment programme in partnership with Kilkenny Local Authority and Mental Health Service Area 5 Kilkenny.
- What are the required skills for this role?
- The role requires organisational skills, verbal and written communication skills, and excellent interpersonal skills.
- Who can apply for this role?
- This role is open to individuals who are fluent in English and have the required skills and attributes. Service users must be over the age of 18 years and referred by the local authority.
- What is the closing date for applications?
- The closing date for applications is 28 Sept 2026, 22:59.