Waterford Intellectual Disability Association
Location: On site / Waterford, Ireland
Job Type: Permanent / Full or Part-time
Sector: Medical & Healthcare | Healthcare Assistants
Annual Salary Range: €34,536 – €47,954 (pro rata for part‑time)
WIDA is a community-based voluntary provider of services for adults and children with intellectual disability and/or autism in Waterford City and County. It is a registered charity, fully funded by the Health Service Executive.
What We Offer
Salary range from €34,536 – €47,954 (pro rata for Part Time Roles)
Company Pension
Continuous Professional Development
Employee Assistance Programme
Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
Bike to Work Scheme
Minimum QQI Level 5 in Health Care/Social Care or similar qualification essential
1+ years’ experience working as a Care Assistant (ID experience preferable)
Full clean manual driver’s licence
Right to work in Ireland
Required Skills and Attributes
Confidentiality
Accountability
Leadership
Resilience and empathy
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Flexibility in work duties and working hours
Respect the dignity and privacy of service users
Strong planning and organisational skills
Knowledge of HIQA and New Directions standards
Responsibilities
Organise and participate actively in the recreational, educational and training programmes of service users.
Foster, encourage and develop the social skills of each service user.
Implement a person-centred approach for each service user.
Carry out risk assessments, implement care plans and conduct reviews.
Support service users medication management.
Provide a safe, supportive, and empowering environment for service users.
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