Relief Community Support Worker

A commitment to living the values of Teamwork, Respect, Dignity, Justice, Advocacy and Quality.

We are an independent voluntary organisation providing services and support for people with disabilities and their families for more than 70 years. Our work positively impacts the lives of over 10,000 people with disabilities, equipping them with the confidence, skills, and self-belief to achieve their expressed goals

Relief Community Support Worker

Kerry Community Links,

Tralee, County Kerry

Fixed Term Contract 6 months, Variable hours

Job Purpose

To assist in the delivery of individualized community support to a number of individuals with

intellectual, physical and mental health challenges. Supporting individuals to be valued members of

their local communities. Supporting individuals to optimize their emotional, social, occupational and

learning experiences, through programmes offered within the service and the community.

This role will also involve providing 1:1 support to an individual with social activities as well as working with groups in the community.

Minimum Education & Skills required

• QQI level 5 in Health & Social Care or equivalent.

• Experience in the area of supporting individuals with intellectual, physical and mental health challenges.
• Experience in supporting community independence
• Knowledge and experience of local community resources is highly desirable

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• To plan, develop, implement, monitor and review appropriate educational, recreational and occupational programs within the community.
• To ensure best practice in line with up to date research regarding Quality of Life improvements.
• To liaise with families, the multidisciplinary team and key community based personnel in the pursuit of accessible community activities for service users.
• To ensure all interaction with service users is approached with dignity, respect, equality and incorporates choice

Additional requirements

• Full Clean Driving Licence and access to a car for business purposes is required
• To promote and be actively involved in teamwork at all times.
• To liaise with families, the multidisciplinary team and other personnel as directed by the Community Services Manager
• To maintain a basic knowledge of first aid/personal care and to implement good hygiene practices.

Staff Benefits

• 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)

*Rewarding Career *Career with meaning *attractive benefits *work life balance*

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These duties and responsibilities are a reflection of the present service requirements and may be subject to review and amendment to meet the changing needs of the services.

Closing Date: Friday, 6th December 2024

A panel may be formed from these interviews

The Rehab Group is an equal opportunity employer.