19,000 people in Ireland acquire a brain injury each year.
At Acquired Brain Injury Ireland, through our community-based rehabilitation services, we help as many of them as we can to return to leading independent lives.
Our expert teams support individuals and families recovering from the impacts of brain injury with services and tools that help them rehabilitate, adapt and return to their everyday lives with confidence.
Person-centredness is a vital component of all our services.
Skills and attributes
Initiative
Planning and organising
Communications
Description
Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives?
We're looking for a compassionate and dedicated
Community Rehabilitation Assistant
to join our dynamic team in Ballyhea, Co.
Cork, where person-centred care is at the heart of everything we do.
About the Role
As a
Community Rehabilitation Assistant
, you will play a key role in supporting adults living with an acquired brain injury to rebuild independence, confidence, and meaningful participation in their own communities.
Working as part of an interdisciplinary, person-centred team, you will deliver one-to-one rehabilitation supports in people's homes and local environments, helping them work toward goals that matter to them – whether that's daily living skills, social connection, cognitive strategies, or community engagement.
This role is dynamic and community-based, offering variety, meaningful relationships, and the opportunity to make a tangible difference in someone's everyday life.
The contracts available are:
Specified Purpose, Part-Time, 19.5 hours
Relief
The salary range is €*****-€***** – DOE, pro-rated based on hours worked.
What You'll Be Doing
Build respectful, trusting relationships and offer consistent support
Help create and guide personalised rehabilitation plans
Encourage independence through daily living skills, personal care, and goal-focused activities
Identify additional support needs for the person served
Encourage family, personal and neighbourhood relationships and interactions
Feed back to the clinical and management team throughout the rehabilitation journey
Play a key role in case coordination for supporting consistency in rehabilitation review meetings
Who We're Looking For
We're seeking a person-centred candidate who is compassionate, reliable and genuinely motivated by supporting others to achieve their goals.
You will thrive in this role if you are patient, adaptable, and comfortable working independently in a community setting.
You will have strong communication skills with an ability to build trust and support people at their own pace.
You will have a problem-solving mindset and a commitment to supporting people to make choices, develop skills, and participate fully in their communities.
Must Haves
Relevant Health or Social Care qualification to a QQI Level 5 or higher
Full driving licence
Person-centred values
Strong communication skills – be able to engage compassionately, clearly and confidently in spoken and written English
Confident using basic IT systems to stay connected and organised
Great to Have
Experience in Residential or Community settings
Background in Disability or Illness support
Why Join Us
Make a Real Impact
– be part of a mission-driven team passionately advocating for supporting people impacted by brain injury to rebuild their lives with dignity
Grow with Us
– access tailored induction and specialist training, plus meaningful career development opportunities to help you reach your potential
Feel Valued
– enjoy long service awards, premium pay (where applicable), paid maternity leave, and a supportive culture that celebrates your contribution
Work-Life Balance Matters
– flexible working options and wellbeing initiatives empower you to live fully at work and beyond
Financial Security & Perks
– competitive salary, defined contribution pension scheme (for eligible employees), free life cover, and access to the Health Care Staff Credit Union
Support When You Need It
– benefit from the Employee Assistance Programme, revenue-approved mileage rates, and the Bike to Work Scheme
Acquired Brain Injury Ireland is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Lisa Lyons – Local Service Manager – ****** / **********
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