Community Access Facilitator (CAF)

Sunbeam House Services; Bray; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Sunbeam House Services seeks a Community Access Facilitator to join our Adult Disability Day Services team. You will empower adults with disabilities to live meaningful, self-directed lives and participate in their communities.

Working with families, circles of support and community organisations, you will support goal setting, develop social connections and advocate for rights, choice and inclusion, while upholding dignity and respect in all interactions.

Qualifications

• QQI Level 5 qualification in health & social care or related field.
• Experience in community, social care or disability services desirable.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to person-centred practice and community inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals to identify and achieve personal goals.
• Promote community inclusion, active citizenship and independence.
• Assist access to education, training, volunteering and employment opportunities.
• Help develop social networks and community connections.
• Support self-advocacy and informed decision-making.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Relationship building

Education

QQI Level 5 qualification (or equivalent) in Health & Social Care

Job description

Are you passionate about supporting people to live meaningful, self-directed lives in their communities? We are seeking a Community Access Facilitator to join our Adult Disability Day Services team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in empowering adults with disabilities to build confidence, achieve personal goals, develop valued social roles, and become active participants in their communities.

Working within the principles of New Directions and a Human Rights Based Approach, you will support people to explore opportunities for friendship, education, employment, volunteering, advocacy and community participation, while ensuring their voices, choices and rights remain at the centre of everything we do.

About The Role

As a Community Access Facilitator, you will:

• Support individuals to identify and achieve personal goals through person-centred planning.
• Promote community inclusion, active citizenship and independence.
• Assist people to access education, training, volunteering and employment opportunities.
• Help individuals develop social networks, friendships and meaningful community connections.
• Support self-advocacy, informed decision-making and positive risk-taking.
• Work collaboratively with families, circles of support, multidisciplinary teams and community organisations.
• Provide practical and personal support when required, always maintaining dignity, respect and choice.
• Act as a key worker and help ensure high-quality outcomes for the people you support.

What We're Looking For

You will be someone who:

• Believes in the rights, abilities and potential of every person.
• Has a genuine commitment to person-centred practice and community inclusion.
• Enjoys building relationships and creating opportunities for others.
• Can work independently while also contributing positively to a wider team.
• Demonstrates strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Is motivated to support people to live ordinary lives with the same opportunities and expectations as everyone else.

Essential Requirements

Applicants must have:

• A relevant QQI Level 5 qualification (or equivalent) in Health & Social Care, Community Care, Community Development, Youth Work, Healthcare Support or another relevant healthcare discipline; or

Relevant experience working in community, social care, disability services, employment support or similar settings is desirable.

What We Offer

• Pension scheme.
• Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities.
• The chance to be part of a progressive service that champions equality, inclusion, citizenship and human rights.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is respected, valued and supported to reach their full potential. Applications are welcomed from candidates of all backgrounds, experiences and communities.