The Rehab Group
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.
Join Our Team and Make a Difference
Relief Social Care Worker
Fixed Term Contract 6 Months, Variable Hours
Location: Nenagh, Co Tipperary,
Job Purpose
To provide an individualised service to adults with a diagnosis of intellectual disability and/or Autism Spectrum Disorder, in an environment which values and respects the rights of the individual in line with The National Standards for Residential Services for Adults and children.
What We're Looking For:
* A third level graduate, Health & Social Care or equivalent
* Full clean driving licence
* Candidates should have experience of working in a residential care setting
* Knowledge and understanding of autism spectrum disorder and intellectual disability
At Rehab Group, we understand that there are many paths of learning to your chosen career. We know that standardised educational training is not a shared experience, particularly for people with differing abilities. If you meet the majority of the requirements for the position you are applying for, we are happy to discuss the role with you further. You might be exactly who we are looking for.
Your Responsibilities:
* Promote and actively involved in teamwork, creating a nurturing and supportive environment for the service user.
* Facilitate and implement a person centered service appropriate to the needs, wishes and requirements of service users.
* Provide personal assistance in all aspects of personal care and manual handling, ensuring comfort and hygiene of service users and adhering to safe practice and risk assessments at all times.
Closing Date: Monday, 22nd September 2025
Salary: €17.54 per hour
What We Offer:
Staff Benefits
* 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 apply to visit our company site and download the attachment at the bottom of the page.
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
Job Description