We are an independent voluntary organisation providing services and support for people with disabilities and their families for more than 70 years. Our work positively impacts the lives of over 12,000 people with disabilities, equipping them with the confidence, skills, and self-belief to achieve their expressed goals We Welcome All Backgrounds and Abilities! We are an inclusive employer and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including those with different abilities. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible work environment for all individuals. If you require any reasonable accommodations during the application process or once employed, please let us know. Examples of accommodations we can provide include modified workstations, flexible work hours, assistive technologies, or adjustments to communication methods during interviews or in the workplace. Our goal is to ensure that all candidates and employees have the support they need to succeed in their roles. Please contact us at any stage. We will work with you to meet your needs. Join Our Team and Make a Difference! Community Support Worker - Ref 5112 Permanent, 15 hours per week Location: Rehabcare Dun Laoghaire Job Purpose Dun Laoghaire Outreach Service promotes and supports independent living, community integration, personal development and work opportunities, and strives to meet the needs and choices of Service Users. Post includes delivering person centered, community based supports and activities to individuals with intellectual, physical and mental health challenges. These supports facilitate social, occupational and learning experiences. Reporting to Programmes Supervisor, this role will involve key-working, administration of records, attending relevant training, providing 1:1 support with social activities, as well as working with groups in the community. Liaising with families and monitoring general health and well-being of Service Users. What we're looking for: Essential: A minimum of one years' experience working in social care specifically disability services. Desirable: A third level qualification QQI5 or higher, preferably in Social Care Experience of working 1:1 in the community Experience in the area of supporting individuals with intellectual, physical and mental health challenges. Full clean driving license. Your Responsibilities To plan, develop, implement, monitor and review appropriate educational, recreational and occupational programs within the community. To ensure best practice in line with up to date research regarding Quality of Life improvements. To liaise with families, the multidisciplinary team and key community based personnel in the pursuit of accessible community activities for service users. To document information, update records, and complete necessary paperwork for communication and accountability purposes. To ensure all interaction with service users is approached with dignity, respect, equality and incorporates choice Closing Date: Thursday,19th June 2025 Salary starting from point 1 €14.48 per hour to point 5 €16.51per hour and is subject to negotiation depending on experience and qualification. What we Offer: Company Pension Scheme Paid maternity/paternity/adoption leave Educational 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) To view the full extensive job description please, click here Job Description These duties and responsibilities are a reflection of the present service requirements and may be subject to review and amendment to meet the changing needs of the services. The Rehab Group is an equal-opportunity employer