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

 

 

 

Community Support Worker

Galway Outreach & Community Support Services,

Galway City & County,

County Galway

Permanent Contract, 35.5 hours

 

Job Purpose

This is a service aimed at providing a range of supports to School Leavers and RT leavers between the ages of 18 and 25 years old. The purpose of the job is to promote and support independent living and community integration, personal development, social interactions and work opportunities for people with Autism. Additional positions likewise have the purpose to support these areas for people with Autism, intellectual disabilities, physical and sensory disabilities. To assist in the delivery of individualised community support packages to a number of clients with intellectual, physical and or mental health disability some of whom may present with behaviors’ that challenge . This includes the provision of individual programmes and activities to meet the needs, choices and abilities of service-users.

 

Minimum Education & Skills required

QQI level 5 in Health & Social Care or equivalent. Two years’ experience is desirable in the provision of community and service based programmes and activities to promote independence and meet the needs, choices and abilities of individuals. Candidates should have a comprehensive understanding, knowledge and experience of working with people with neurological conditions and be able to maintain a high standard of care in line with RehabCare’s policy and procedures

 

Job Duties & Responsibilities

To support service users to carry out rehabilitation programmes for physical, cognitive and emotional impairment to maximise quality of life To liaise with families, multidisciplinary teams and other personnel, as directed by the management team,  to ensure the best quality of service with the individuals as directed by community services manager To document information and complete paperwork as deemed necessary for delivery of service to the individuals To adhere to and ensure the required standards in line with HIQA regulations and reporting to HIQA is maintained

 

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:  Tuesday, 15th October 2024

Please note that we reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

 

The Rehab Group is an equal opportunity employer