Saint John of God Community Services Liffey Services supports individuals with intellectual disabilities to be active participants within the community that they live.
St John of God Liffey Services invites applications for the position of Care Assistants based in the Kildare Residential, Celbridge and surrounding areas, to provide support to individuals with an intellectual disability within our Residential and Community Residential Services Care Assistants Residential Services Permanent Full Time ( Ref: KILRES335 KILRES336) Suitable candidates must have: Successfully completed a relevant QQI certificate (formerly FETAC) at level 5 (All 8 modules) Minimum one year's full time paid experience working with people with intellectual disability or other care services highly desirable Excellent communication skills both written and verbal essential.
A commitment to work with all residents who have varying support needs and complex needs to ensure they have full and meaningful lives An ability to be flexible and professional in all aspects of work An understanding of the values and ethos of the organisation and a commitment to implementing these.
Demonstrate an ability to support residents in all aspects of their lives, promoting their independence and personal development Demonstrate a commitment to promoting the rights of people with disabilities.
Deliver safe and respectful person centred care and support to all residents Willing to work all types of shifts (i.e.
Long Day, Short day, sleepovers, night shift) and patterns of work (weekdays, holiday periods and weekends) to suit the needs of the residents Full Clean Manual Driving Licence Essential Interested candidates should apply only by using this link: Closing date: 17th April 2026 by 4pm Interviews will take place on Monday 27th April 2026 Informal Enquires to Fiona Forde -Director of Nursing - Applications will be shortlisted on the information supplied in the Curriculum Vitae and a panel may be formed from which future vacancies will be filled.
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Please note that due to the high volume of applications we can only respond to candidates who have been shortlisted Saint John of God Community Services Clg is an equal opportunities employer.
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