Care Assistants Aligned to the Care Assistant(Disability Services) pay scale Cork City Locations Shift Work position - 78 hour fortnight (Day Shift and Night Shift) Part Time position - Afternoon / Evening across 7 Days Horizons is looking to recruit Care Assistantsto support people with an intellectual disability and/or autism to flourish and lead a life of their choosing. The successful applicants may be required to work in existing Horizons residential or day service/hub locations, as part of a team or in new community-based settings. The positions require a high degree of flexibility and motivation. The team members will work closely with individuals circles of support and their local community in order to develop and progress opportunities for them. A commitment to a person centred, citizen based, and social model of support is required. Applicants must possess the competencies and skills appropriate to working with persons with an intellectual disability. Essential Criteria for Applicants: A relevant qualification (minimum QQI level 5 major award in the area of Care/Intellectual Disability)is essential. Have a general understanding of current legislation (ADMA, UNCRPD) Excellent team working skills Initiative, flexibility, and enthusiasm Good communication and interpersonal skills. Fluency in verbal and written English is an essential requirement of this post A track record of thinking creatively, being person centred and adaptable IT Skills and experience in report writing Desirable Criteria for Applicants: Experience of supporting people with intellectual disability and/or autism A full clean driving license is desirable What we offer: A flexible and supportive work environment Salary in line with the HSE consolidated pay scales Opportunities for professional development and career growth An opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives Premium Payments Paid Maternity Leave Pension Training and Development Employee Assistance Programme Remuneration: Salary Scale (pro rata) €32,699, €33,829, €35,366, €35,876, €36,702, €38,308, €40,033, €40,634, €42,132 €43,252, €44,165, €45,190, €45,984 LSI Annual Leave 23 days (pro rata) Completed applications must be returned no later thanSunday 17th June 2025. For any informal enquiries please email Applicants may be short listed on the basis of their application. The Department of Health & Children Consolidated Scales apply. Visit our website at Home - Horizons [Links Not Allowed] Skills: Communication Compassion Empathy Care skills IT Skills Flexibilty Team work Benefits: Professional Development + Growth EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) Work/Life Balance Pension Scheme Cycle to Work Scheme Maternity Leave & Pay Paternity Leave & Pay