Support Worker - PosAbilities ASD Service - Skibbereen - 30 hpw - Ref C074
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CoAction West Cork provides quality services to support children and adults with an intellectual disability, and children with autism.
Position details
* Permanent Contract – 30 hours per week
* Base: Adult Services Centre and/or community
* Reporting to: Programme Co‑ordinator / Instructor / Social Care Leader / Area Manager
* Closing date for receipt of applications: Friday 7th November 2025
* CoAction West Cork is an equal opportunity employer.
Main Responsibilities
* Take guidance from the instructor or Social Care Leader in the delivery of programmes.
* Be aware of the individuality of each service user (interests, likes/dislikes, abilities, and means of communication).
* Treat service users with dignity and respect at all times.
* Promote a friendly and supportive environment in the training centre and in the community.
* Provide the highest possible standard of care at all areas and develop a caring relationship with each service user.
* Assist in the personal care of service users when appropriate (clothing, feeding, toileting and general hygiene).
* Report all accidents, incidents and complaints in the appropriate manner.
* Act as an active advocate for the service users.
* Maintain confidentiality at all times.
* Work as part of a multidisciplinary team within the ethos of the organisation.
* Liaise with relevant staff and assist in the maintenance of the adult services centre.
* Be familiar with CoAction’s policies and procedures, Health and Safety regulations, and safety measures required by the workplace.
* Report defective or faulty equipment and contribute to the positive development of CoAction and its services.
* Attend to parents and other visitors with courtesy, tact and consideration.
* Follow cash handling procedures as determined by the area manager or accounts department.
* Drive company vehicles as required.
* Develop relevant skills and abilities by taking part in training courses.
* Support all individuals with a person‑centred approach focusing on greater independence.
* Maintain a happy, stimulating and secure environment for all supported individuals.
* Maintain a high level of supervision/support at all times.
* Contribute to the assessment of the needs of individual service users and formulate programmes to meet those needs (educational, social, vocational, physical, life skills and therapeutic activities).
* Support individuals in these activities and contribute to the recording and evaluation of these activities.
Essential Qualifications/Experience
* QQI (FETAC) level 5 in Healthcare or an equivalent qualification.
* Full Clean Irish Driver’s Licence for manual vehicles.
* Relevant qualification in Learning Disabilities, Social Studies, Social Sciences, Nursing, or Childcare.
* Previous experience of working with people with an intellectual disability and/or autism.
* Previous experience of supporting people with behaviours that challenge.
* MAPA or CPI Training.
* First Aid training.
* Experience of working with arts, crafts, pottery, gardening and cooking.
Essential Skills
* Effective communication skills – verbal and written.
* Basic IT skills including typing and using Microsoft Word.
* Team player and initiative.
* Advocacy skills.
* Ability to support people with intimate and personal care needs.
* Experience of working with arts, crafts, cooking and gardening.
* Ability to support people with positive behaviour support plans.
* Ability to support people with identified physiotherapy and/or occupational therapy needs.
CoAction West Cork is an equal opportunity employer.
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