ASCERT is a Northern Ireland charity and leading provider of services addressing drug and alcohol related issues. Why join the ASCERT team? 28 Days Annual Leave plus 11 Bank/Public Holidays Christmas Shopping Day Time off for Mental Health Awareness Time off in Lieu Policy Hybrid Working Options Investors in People GOLD employer Ongoing training & study opportunities Competitive Pension contributions from ASCERT Staff Wellbeing Programme Health Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme Staff Working Groups to give staff a say in Organisational Development Staff Representatives Staff Reward & Recognition Programme We are currently looking to expand our team and are recruiting for the following position: Prevention Key Worker TLS (Maternity Cover) Targeted Lifeskills Service offers an age appropriate lifeskills and harm reduction programme for groups of young people age 11-21 that are at risk of alcohol or drug use. ASCERT provide this service in the Western Trust area and in a partnership with Start360 in the Northern Trust area. It is available to organisations or services working with existing groups of young people that they consider are have a higher risk of alcohol or drug use problems than young people generally. They may be at risk because of their behaviours, their personal circumstances, where they live, or there may be evidence that they are already experimenting with substances. The Lifeskills programme is normally 4 8 sessions, which are interactive and designed to cater to the needs of the young people, taking into account their age and learning ability. The programme will always be delivered in a venue of the referrers choice, or in their premises. JOB Title Prevention Key Worker TLS (Maternity Cover) RESPONSIBLE TO Service Manager LOCATION Western Trust - Based the Omagh Office with Service Delivery throughout the Western Trust Area LENGTH OF POST Until April 2027 HOURS 35 hours SALARY SCP Pt 17 £31,021.92 per annum Plus 4% Pension Please send your full CV along with the completed forms to by 5pm Tuesday 22nd of September 2026 Full job pack can be found at ASCERT are an equal opportunities employer TPBN1_NI
Key Worker - Targeted Life Skills in Omagh employer: ASCERT
ASCERT is an exceptional employer dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of young people and families affected by substance use and mental health issues. With a strong commitment to employee wellbeing, ASCERT offers generous benefits including 28 days of annual leave, a supportive hybrid working environment, and opportunities for professional development through training and staff recognition programmes. Working from the Omagh office and across the Western Health & Social Care Trust area, employees are part of a collaborative and inclusive culture that values diversity and fosters personal growth.
