About Us
We are an independent voluntary organisation providing services and support for people with disabilities and their families for over 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.
Inclusive Employer
We welcome all backgrounds and abilities. We are an inclusive employer and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including those with different abilities.
Achieving Inclusion
We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible work environment for all individuals.
Reasonable Accommodations
If you require any reasonable accommodations during the application process or once employed, please let us know.
* Modified workstations
* Flexible work hours
* Assistive technologies
* Adjustments to communication methods
We strive to ensure that all candidates and employees have the support they need to succeed in their roles.
Role Overview
The Relief Community Support Worker will assist in the delivery of individualised community support to a number of individuals with intellectual, physical and mental health challenges.
This role involves supporting individuals to be valued members of their local communities and optimising their emotional, social, occupational and learning experiences through programmes offered within the community.
The Relief Community Support Worker will also provide 1:1 support to an individual with social activities as well as working with groups in the community.
Requirements
Minimum QQI Level 5 in Health and Social Care or equivalent is desirable.
Willingness to participate in Rehab Care training programme and relevant external training opportunities as they arise.
Responsibilities
1. Plan, develop, implement, monitor and review appropriate educational, recreational and occupational programs within the community.
2. Ensure best practice in line with up to date research regarding Quality of Life improvements.
3. Liaise with families, the multidisciplinary team and key community based personnel in the pursuit of accessible community activities for service users.
4. Document information, update records, and complete necessary paperwork for communication and accountability purposes.
5. Approach all interaction with service users with dignity, respect, equality and incorporates choice.
6. Ensure the privacy and confidentiality of service users at all times.
Additional Requirements
A flexible shift system will operate.
Lone Working.
A full, clean driving license, with a minimum of 2 years' experience is required.
Access to a car for business purposes.
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)