Community Programme & Transport Assistant

Irish Wheelchair Association; Lucan; On-site; EUR 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme available

Employee Assistance Service

Job summary

The Irish Wheelchair Association invites applications for the position of Programme Assistant Driver in Lucan. This permanent contract role involves leading the delivery of personal and activation programmes at the Centre and ensures safe transportation of members to and from the Community Centre.

The role requires proximity to disability support services, strong health and safety compliance, and the ability to work evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Full QQI level 5 in HealthCare Support or similar qualification is essential
• QQI Major Awards that are deemed relevant to IWA are: Community & Health Services (to include minor components Safety & Health at Work and Care Provision & Practice)
• Health Service Skills (to include minor components in Workplace Statutory Policies & Procedures and Care Skills and Care Support)
• Health Care Support (to include minor components Safety & Health at Work and Care Skills and Care Support)
• Full category B driving license and a willingness to drive the IWA buses is essential
• Category D Driver's License is highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Lead on the implementation of programme activities within the community centre.
• Support the Service Coordinator in creating and implementing fundraising initiatives.
• Administrative duties.
• Encourage members to be actively involved in developmental, personal and activation programmes.
• Accompany and support participants on annual holidays, outings, socials and day trips as required by Service Coordinator/Service Support Officer.
• Patient moving and handling; assist with personal care of participants where required.
• Actively ensure that standards and practices regarding health and safety are fully adhered to in all areas of activities.
• Comply with IWA's Safeguarding Policies and Procedures.
• The use of clamping, hoisting and lifting equipment are an essential part of this role.
• Record and report any hazards, accidents or potential incidents to the Service Coordinator/Service Support Officer.
• Transport participants to and from the Centre daily, and also to and from other related community activities as required by the Service Coordinator/Service Support Officer.
• Ensure that vehicles for which you are responsible are always in a roadworthy condition and arrange maintenance/cleanliness/repairs in consultation with Service Coordinator/Service Support Officer.
• Mentor staff and volunteers in all aspects relating to programme activities and transport safety.
• Maintenance of the buses.
• Flexibility and availability for out of hours service activities i.e. evenings and weekends.
• Carry out any other duties and / or responsibilities which may be assigned to you from time to time

Skills

Programme delivery

Disability experience

Safety regulations knowledge

Transport safety awareness

Education

QQI Level 5 in HealthCare Support

QQI Major Awards: Community & Health Services

Health Service Skills (Workplace Policies)

Care Skills and Care Support (Workplace)

Driving license: Category B

Category D Driver's License

Job description

The Irish Wheelchair Association invites applications for the position of Programme Assistant Driver in Lucan. This permanent contract role involves leading the delivery of personal and activation programmes at the Centre and ensures safe transportation of members to and from the Community Centre.

The role requires proximity to disability support services, strong health and safety compliance, and the ability to work evenings and weekends.