Respond is one of the largest housing associations in Ireland, providing social housing and homeless services.
Our vision is that 'every family and individual in Ireland will have high-quality housing as part of a vibrant and caring community'.
We are growing rapidly in response to the housing crisis and are now looking for the right person who has the passion and skills to help us realise our vision.
Respond is committed to equal employment and growing a diverse workforce.
If you do not "tick every box" there are likely other valuable attributes and skills that you have, that would make you a great fit for the organisation.
We welcome applications from people of all cultures, nationalities, genders and from anyone who has historically faced social exclusion.
If you feel this role is for you, then please apply.
Role: Driver/Multitask Attendant Location: St Francis Gardens, Blackpool, Co Cork Reporting To: Day Care Centre Manager Terms: 39 hours per week Salary Range : €30,667 - €39,687 ( Please note that offers are typically made at the beginning to mid-range of the advertised salary, based on skills and experience) Job Purpose: To provide a safe and friendly transport service to clients of our Day Care Centre and to work with the Centre Manager and the multi-disciplinary team as required.
Core Duties and Responsibilities: To provide a safe and friendly transport service to clients of our Day Care Centre.
To assist clients with embarking and disembarking from the bus.
To assist clients with safe movement to/from bus to home and centre.
To ensure cleanliness of the bus and to keep records for the bus.
Ensure the safety of the bus by completing regular checks.
To maintain CPC and other training as required.
To assist our Care staff with clients' needs in the service.
To work with the Centre Manager and the multi-disciplinary team as required.
Essential Criteria/Education Qualification: CPC Certified.
Hold a current clean full DI drivers License.
Personal Skills/Attributes: Exceptional organisational and time management skills.
Have completed a Care Assistants course or other relevant course.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Experience in working with older people.
Aptitude and empathy with working for working people.
Desired Skills/Attributes Have completed a Care Assistants course or other relevant course.
First Aid.
CPR.
Manual handling.
HSEland safeguarding.
Infection control.
Caring for SU with dementia training.
Experience: Position requires 3-5 years of experience.
Closing Date for Applicants is 10 th of April ****