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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 New Cashel Hub Cashel, Co Tipperary Permanent Contract, 39 hours Job Purpose The purpose of the job is to promote and support independent living and community integration through personal development, valued social roles and independent living skills with clients in their local community.
To assist the Community Services Manager, in the development, implementation, monitoring and delivery of a quality customer focused, cost-effective community service to clients at an appropriate time and setting, along with an active contribution towards the involvement of RehabCare in the expansion of this service.
Minimum Education & Skills required Essential: A minimum of one years' experience working in the field of disability, particularly in the area of mental health.
A third level degree in Health & Social Care Previous experience of working in a community and supported housing service Experience of working 1:1 in the community Good knowledge of New Directions and community based programmes Job Duties & Responsibilities To plan, develop, implement, monitor and review appropriate educational, recreational and occupational programs within the community.
To enshrine the concept of independent living by supporting clients to live in their own homes independently, integrate into their local community, develop valued social roles and access local resources To develop and deliver person centred programmes to meet the needs of service users as identified through Person Centred Planning and to maintain the required records To support individuals and groups in accessing their community to meet identified needs by facilitating activities and programmes and any other reasonable duties as deemed appropriate by the Programmes Supervisor / Community Services Manager.
Additional requirements Full Clean Driving Licence and access to a car for business purposes 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 A flexible shift system will operate 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* To view full extensive job description please, click apply to visit our company site and download attachment at the bottom of the page.
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 .
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