Leitrim Development Company is inviting applications for the post of Family Link Worker to work with families in the Traveller community in Co Leitrim.

Job Summary: The successful candidate will be responsible for the delivery of the Parents Plus Programme and Family support.

Essential
-An understanding of how to support Traveller Communities in culturally appropriate ways.

-Experience paid or voluntary, in supporting the Traveller Community.

-A good knowledge of family support and community development.

-A general knowledge of computers and communication technology

-Experience of working as part of a team.

-Demonstrate good communication skills.

-Demonstrate good leadership skills.

-Demonstrate an ability to promote an understanding of Traveller Parenting experience within the partner agencies.

Desirable

-A third level qualification in a related field, e.g. social care, youth work, community development work etc.
-Full Drivers Licence

Responsible to: Traveller Project Co-Ordinator.

Location: Shannonside Community Centre will be the base. The post holder will cover the county of Leitrim

Position: Part time (17.5 hours per week) Fixed Term Contract

Full Job description Family Link Worker 2025.pdf

In order to apply please submit a letter of application and a current Curriculum Vitae, by email titled Family Link Worker to admin@ldco.ie by 5pm on 15th of August 2025