CoAction West Cork provides quality services to support children and adults with an intellectual disability, and children with autism. This is achieved by helping each service user reach their full potential, working in partnership with their families and carers, within the community.
">Job Title: Home Support Worker
Permanent - 39 hours per week
Base: Children's Home, Community
Key Responsibilities:
* To provide additional support to a child with Intellectual Disability who is enrolled in the WCCDS services.
* To encourage, promote and support the child in their own home and facilitate integration into their local community.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* QQI level 5 in Healthcare or Equivalent
* A Full Irish Driving Licence
* A qualification in Child Care, Social Studies, or Disability Studies is desirable.
* Excellent communication skills
* Caring skills
* Organisation skills
* Patience
* Team Worker
* Art and Craft skills
Benefits:
CoAction West Cork is an equal opportunity employer.
As much notice as possible will be given of any changes to the job description.
The role is subject to review and amendment in light of changing circumstances.
Other Information:
This job description indicates the main functions and responsibilities of the post and is subject to review and amendment in light of changing circumstances and may include other duties and responsibilities as may be determined from time to time by the Director of Services/CEO or designated Line Manager.