Community Rehabilitation Assistant

OASIS Group; Limerick; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Acquired Brain Injury Ireland is seeking a compassionate Community Rehabilitation Assistant to support adults living with acquired brain injury in their homes and communities. You will deliver one-to-one rehabilitation, help improve daily living skills, and promote independence within a person-centred care framework.

The role is based at the Wexford Service, offering flexible, part-time hours with a strong emphasis on compassionate, community-focused care and collaboration with an

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and empathy for people with brain injury.
• Ability to plan and organise care activities.
• Proactive and reliable in community-based settings.
• Comfortable using basic IT systems and record-keeping tools.

Responsibilities

• Build respectful, trusting relationships and offer consistent support.
• Help create and guide personalised rehabilitation plans.
• Encourage independence through daily living skills, personal care, and goal-focused activities.
• Work closely with the team and keep progress updates in core systems.

Skills

Communications

Initiative

Planning and organising

Basic IT Skills

Education

QQI Level 5+ Health or Social Care qualification

Job description

Who We Are

19,000 people in Ireland acquire a brain injury each year. At Acquired Brain Injury Ireland, through our community-based rehabilitation services, we help as many of them as we can to return to leading independent lives.Our expert teams support individuals and their families recovering from the impacts of brain injury with services and tools that help them rehabilitate, adapt and return to their everyday lives with confidence. Person-centredness is a vital component of all of our services.Our s

19,000 people in Ireland acquire a brain injury each year. At Acquired Brain Injury Ireland, through our community-based rehabilitation services, we help as many of them as we can to return to leading independent lives.Our expert teams support individuals and their families recovering from the impacts of brain injury with services and tools that help them rehabilitate, adapt and return to their everyday lives with confidence. Person-centredness is a vital component of all of our services.Our s Show more

Skills and attributes

• Communications
• Initiative
• Planning and organising
• Basic IT Skills

Description

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives?

We're looking for a compassionate and dedicated Community Rehabilitation Assistants to join our dynamic team in our Wexford Service, where person-centred care is at the heart of everything we do.

About The Roles:

As a Community Rehabilitation Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting adults living with an acquired brain injury to rebuild independence, confidence, and meaningful precipitation in their own communities. Working as part of an interdisciplinary, person-centred team, you will deliver one-to-one rehabilitation supports in people’s homes and local environments, helping them work toward goals that matter to them – whether that’s daily living skills, social connection, cognitive strategies, or community engagement. This role is dynamic and community-based, offering variety, meaningful relationships, and the opportunity to make a tangible difference in someone’s everyday life.

The contract available is:

• 2X Sepcified purpose, part-time, 10 hour contracts

The salary range will be 31,550 - 45,381 depending on experience. This will be pro-rated based on working 39 hours per week.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Build respectful, trusting relationships and offer consistent support
• Help create and guide personalised rehabilitation plans
• Encourage independence through daily living skills, personal care, and goal-focused activities
• Work closely with the team, attend meetings, and keep progress updated on IPlanit
• Adhere to professional standards, policies, and procedures
• Assist persons served with budgeting, money management and disability benefits where applicable in line with Organisational policy
• Maintain safe, secure, and healthy work environment
• For a more detailed list of role duties, please review the attached job specification

What We're Looking For:

We are seeing a compassionate support professional who believes in the rights, dignity, and potential of every person. You will bring empathy, patience, and a genuine commitment to person-centred practice. The ideal candidate is proactive, reliable, and comfortable working broth independently and as part of a collaborative team. If you value meaningful connections, empower others to lead fulfilling lives, and want to be part of a supportive team - this could be the perfect role for you.

Must Haves:

• Relevant Health or Social Care qualification to a QQI Level 5 or higher
• Full driving licence
• Person-centred values
• Strong communication skills - be able to engage compassionately, clearly and confidently in spoken and written English
• Confident using basic IT systems to stay connected and organised

Great To Have:

• Experience in Residential or Community settings
• Background in Disability or Illness support

Why Join Us?

• Making a Real Impact - Be part of a mission-driven team passionately advocating for supporting people impacted by brain injury to rebuild their lives with dignity
• Grow with Us - Access tailored induction and specialist training, plus meaningful career development opportunities to help you reach your potential
• Feel Valued - Enjoy long service awards, premium pay (where applicable), paid maternity leave, and a supportive culture that celebrates your contribution
• Work-Life Balance Matters - Flexible working options and wellbeing initiatives empower you to live fully- at work and beyond
• Financial Security & Perks - Competitive salary, defined contribution pension scheme (for eligible employees), free life cover, and access to the Health Care Staff Credit Union
• Support When You Need It - Benefit from the Employee Assistance Programme, revenue-approved mileage rates, and the Bike to Work Scheme

If you’re ready to step into a role that balances professional impact with personal purpose, we’d love to hear from you.

Local Service Manager - Derek O’Farrell – 0872162913 - [e-mail]

Acquired Brain Injury Ireland is an Equal Opportunity Employer