IRISH WHEELCHAIR ASSOCIATION S, UNIT 10, Abbeyfield, Francis St, Ennis, Co. Clare, V95 KD8V
Eligibility to participate on CE is generally linked to those who are 21 years or over and in receipt of a qualifying social welfare payment for 1 year or more or 18 years and over for certain disadvantaged groups. Your eligibility will have to be verified by the Department.
To register your interest you can contact an Employment Personal Advisor (EPA) in your local Intreo Centre.
Applicants should supply suitable character references and be prepared to complete a Garda vetting application form.
Overview
This is a developmental opportunity; no experience is necessary. Accredited training will be provided to support your career. The CE project offers training and experience to help you secure employment on completion of your time on the CE Scheme. You will work within a team environment with the support of the IWA Co-Ordinator, CE Supervisor, Mentor and Core staff. You will assist with tasks and duties in the provision of services to persons with physical disabilities, helping them achieve social, economic and educational inclusion and integration into their communities and society. Services are provided through our Resource & Outreach Centres (ROC) nationally. You will be required to assist with tasks/duties as may be deemed necessary for the successful implementation of this service.
Responsibilities
* Assist in the provision of programmes/activities as set by the Service Co-Ordinator.
* Assist in the support of service users taking part in such programmes.
* Assist with safe loading of passengers and securing of wheelchairs onto IWA buses.
* Assist in transporting service users to/from ROC, social and recreational events and outings as required by the Service Co-Ordinator/CE Supervisor.
* Assist service users in all aspects of personal care as required.
* Adhere to Health & Safety practices at all times while on duty as set out in IWA policies and procedures.
* Adhere to all strict Covid-19 policies and procedures in place.
* Carry out any other duties and/or responsibilities that may be assigned from time to time.
Training Programme
* No work experience is required. Mandatory training provided by IWA includes Manual & People Handling, H&S at Work, Safeguarding Vulnerable Persons, Service Provision & Practice, and C.L.E. (clamping and lift equipment).
* As the purpose of the CE project is training and progression into employment, the opportunity is provided to achieve training and qualifications up to and including QQI Level 5 (formerly FETAC).
* Training will be in line with future employment goals; examples include Health Service Skills.
Behaviour and Attitude
* The ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
* Have a friendly, caring and helpful attitude; conduct yourself with dignity, respect and fairness at all times.
* Be of good character and have a flexible approach to work.
* Continuously strive for excellence in all that you do; neat dress is essential.
* Option to participate in the PRSA pension scheme; excellent working conditions; commitment to ongoing training and development.
* Sector: human health and social work activities
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