Join Our Team at Clúid Housing: Where Your Work Makes a Difference
Why Choose Clúid Housing?
At Clúid Housing, we believe that success is achieved through our dedicated and passionate team. Working with us, you'll enjoy:
Dynamic Working Environment: Thrive in a supportive, innovative, and collaborative workspace.
Flexible Working Arrangements: We support work-life balance with flexible working options.
Comprehensive Training and Development Opportunities: Grow professionally with our continuous learning opportunities.
Employee Benefits: VHI, 25 days of holiday +3 additional days over Christmas and Good Friday, as well as access to an Employee Assistance Programme, 10% Pension, etc.
Inclusive Culture: Be part of an organisation that values diversity and inclusion, recognised with a Silver Award from Investors for Diversity.
About Us
Clúid Housing is at the forefront of providing affordable, quality housing in Ireland, with a vision to create communities where everyone has a great place to live. We're looking for talented individuals passionate about making a tangible impact in people's lives and eager to contribute to social change.
Position: Trainee Resident Housing Officer
Reporting to: Housing Officer
Location: Laois and surrounding counties
Contract type: 2 Year Fixed Term
Salary: €28,090 - €38,623
Hours: 35 hours per week
Travel: The post requires a valid driving licence and the use of a car
Role Overview
The successful applicant will be employed by Clúid Housing for a period of two years and be required during the two years to attend a course of study which will enable them to obtain a PSRA license.
Working as part of the Housing Services team within in the wider Operations Team, the successful candidates will assist in the provision of a high quality housing management service to tenants on our housing schemes. A strong commitment to the Trainee programme and a desire to pursue a career in Housing is essential.
Applicants could be post-graduates from a number of academic routes. In such cases, the successful candidates may need to only complete a number of top up modules, funded by Clúid, to obtain the required number of ECTS to acquire a PSRA Licence. If an applicant does not have sufficient academic experience, they will need to complete a two-year distance learning course during their placement, funded by Clúid, in order to obtain the required number of ECTS to acquire a PSRA Licence.
Additional certification courses will also underpin the students learning.
Key Responsibilities
Participate in the Trainee Placement Program
Rents
Repairs
Lettings & Allocations
Estate Management
Tenancy Management
Community Development / Resident Participation
Corporate Responsibilities
Ensure all activity is aligned to Clúid’s values and contributes to the mission of supporting the development of thriving communities
Adhere to all Clúid policies and procedures at all times
To exercise discretion at all times
Demonstrate high standards regarding both Clúid’s and your own wellbeing, health and safety requirements
Essential Skills & Qualifications:
Currently in full time employment in a related role in industry
Full Clean Driving licence and use of car
IT/ Digital proficiency to intermediate level
2 years’ experience of working in a customer focused environment
Level 5 qualification (e.g. leaving certificate). For candidates without level 5 qualifications, a process of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) can be undertaken to assess the candidates’ suitability to the course OR Recent graduate of a relevant course, willing to complete top up modules to acquire a PSRA License
Desirable Skills & Qualifications:
Primary degree/education in Social Science or relevant discipline
Experience of working in a property orientated environment
Experience of working with a wide range of people who are, vulnerable, homeless, or elderly
Join Us
At Clúid Housing, you're more than just an employee; you're part of a mission to create lasting social change. If you're ready to contribute to our vision of thriving communities, Interviews to be held the week of the 17th March 2025