Community Disability Services Lead

Irish Wheelchair Association (IWA); Drogheda; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vouched expenses and mileage

Excellent working conditions

Training development opportunities

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme available

Employee Assistance Service

Job summary

Irish Wheelchair Association (IWA) in Drogheda is seeking a Service Coordinator for a full-time, 12-month fixed-term role. You will manage and develop IWA’s Community Centre services for people with physical and sensory disability, promoting inclusive participation and person-centered practice.

The role involves leading staff, volunteers, and budgets, building relationships with HSE and local agencies, and expanding services to meet community needs.

Qualifications

• A QQI Level 8 degree or professional qualification in Applied Social Studies/ Nursing/ Social Work/ Community Work, or General Management is essential.
• A minimum of 5 years of people management experience, preferably in disability services, is essential.
• Computer literate including databases and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Implement the service models in the Community Centre services.
• Support the implementation of person-centered processes within the Community Centre services.
• Develop and implement new programmes/services with members to support participation and independence.
• Conduct needs, risk and training needs analyses in partnership with people using the service.
• Plan, monitor and review services to meet identified needs and improve outcomes.
• Manage and lead staff to enable team development and meet IWA standards.
• Oversee staff, volunteers and budget usage to maximise service delivery.

Skills

People management

Driving license

Communication skills

Disability sector experience

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Education

QQI Level 8 degree or equivalent in Applied Social Studies / Nursing / Social Work / Community Work / General Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Irish Wheelchair Association (IWA) in Drogheda is seeking a Service Coordinator for a full-time, 12-month fixed-term role. You will manage and develop IWA’s Community Centre services for people with physical and sensory disability, promoting inclusive participation and person-centered practice.

The role involves leading staff, volunteers, and budgets, building relationships with HSE and local agencies, and expanding services to meet community needs.