We are an independent voluntary organisation providing services and support for individuals with disabilities. Our mission is to empower people with disabilities, equipping them with the confidence and skills to achieve their goals.
Job Purpose
To promote and support independent living and community integration. To facilitate educational, developmental, recreational and occupational programmes and activities that match the individual's needs and capabilities.
The ideal candidate will have a minimum QQI Level 5 in Social Care or equivalent. Good knowledge of New Directions and community-based programmes is essential.
Responsibilities
* Develop and deliver person-centred programmes to meet the needs of service users.
* Be a key worker to service users to facilitate the person-centred planning process.
* SUPPORT INDIVIDUALS IN ACCESSING THEIR COMMUNITY TO MEET IDENTIFIED NEEDS BY FACILITATING ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAMMES.
The successful candidate will have 1 year minimum experience of working in a relevant setting with experience of facilitating and implementing person-centred plans.
This is a variable hour role based in Thurles Resource Centre, Thurles, Co Tipperary.
What We Offer
* Company Pension Scheme
* Paid maternity/paternity/adoption leave
* Educationa Leave
* 27 days annual leave
* Bike to work scheme
* Tax saver travel scheme
* Income protection
* Unpaid leave
* Health and wellbeing programme
* Company credit union scheme
* Employee discount scheme
* Digital Doctor
* Financial support for studying and study leave
* Long Service Reward Scheme
* Sick leave
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Please note that these duties and responsibilities are subject to review and amendment to meet the changing needs of the service.