Community Disability Support Specialist

Care Connect Group; Waterford; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Care Connect Group is seeking a Disability Support Worker for a community-based role in Dungarvan, Waterford. You will provide person-centred supports to individuals with disabilities, promoting independence, dignity, and inclusion in line with HSE policies and HIQA standards.

The role focuses on daily living support, community participation, and social inclusion, with duties including ADLs, safeguarding, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to achieve personal goals and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum QQI Level 5 qualification in Healthcare Support / Social Care / Community Care / Applied Social Studies.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities (desirable).
• Knowledge of person-centred planning and safeguarding practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide supports per each individual’s personal plan and promote independence.
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) including personal care, meal preparation and household tasks.
• Support mobility and safe use of assistive equipment.
• Maintain health-related records and report changes to the team.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and participate in CPD and audits.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Empathy and compassionate approach

Ability to work independently and as a

Good organisational and record-keeping

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

QQI Level 5 qualification in Healthcare Support / Social Care / Community Care / Applied Social Studies

Experience working with individuals with disabilities

Job description

Care Connect Group is seeking a Disability Support Worker for a community-based role in Dungarvan, Waterford. You will provide person-centred supports to individuals with disabilities, promoting independence, dignity, and inclusion in line with HSE policies and HIQA standards.

The role focuses on daily living support, community participation, and social inclusion, with duties including ADLs, safeguarding, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to achieve personal goals and outcomes.