Community Support Worker

Rehab Enterprises

Cork

On-site

EUR 32,000 - 44,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension Scheme

Paid maternity/paternity/adoption/leav

Educational leave

27 days annual leave

Bike to work scheme

Tax saver travel scheme

Income protection

Unpaid leave

Health and Wellbeing programme

Digital Doctor

Financial support for studying and get

Long Service Reward Scheme

Sick leave

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Job summary

The Rehab Group in Cork City is hiring a Community Support Worker on a permanent 39-hour contract. You will deliver individualized community support to people with intellectual, physical and mental health challenges, helping them participate in local activities and develop confidence, skills and independence.

Requirements include QQI Level 5 in Social Care or equivalent, a full clean driving licence, and practical experience. Knowledge of local community resources is desirable.

Qualifications

QQI Level 5 in Social Care or equivalent.
Full clean driving licence.
Experience supporting individuals with intellectual, physical and mental health challenges.
Knowledge of local community resources is desirable.

Responsibilities

Plan, develop, implement, monitor and review appropriate educational, recreational and occupational programs within the community.
Ensure best practice in line with up-to-date research regarding Quality of Life improvements.
Liaise with families, the multidisciplinary team and key community-based personnel in pursuit of accessible community activities for service users.

Skills

QQI Level 5 in Social Care

Full Clean Driving Licence

Experience with disabilities

Knowledge of local community resources

Education

QQI Level 5 in Social Care

Job description

Job Description

We are an independent voluntary organisation providing services and support for people with disabilities and their families for more than 70 years. Our work positively impacts the lives of over 12,000 people with disabilities, equipping them with the confidence, skills, and self-belief to achieve their expressed goals

We Welcome All Backgrounds and Abilities!

We are an inclusive employer and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including those with different abilities.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible work environment for all individuals. If you require any reasonable accommodations during the application process or once employed, please let us know. Examples of accommodations we can provide include modified workstations, flexible work hours, assistive technologies, or adjustments to communication methods during interviews or in the workplace. Our goal is to ensure that all candidates and employees have the support they need to succeed in their roles.

Please contact us at any stage. We will work with you to meet your needs.

Join Our Team and Make a Difference!

Community Support Worker

Permanent Contract 39 hours

Links Service

Cork City, Co Cork

Job Purpose

To assist in the delivery of individualized community support to a number of individuals with intellectual, physical and mental health challenges. Supporting individuals to be valued members of their local communities. Supporting individuals to optimize their emotional, social, occupational and learning experiences, through programmes offered within community. This role will also involve providing 1:1 support to an individual with social activities as well as working with groups in the community.

What We’re Looking For

Minimum of QQI Level 5 in Social Care, or equivalent
Full Clean Drivers Licence
Experience in the area of supporting individuals with intellectual, physical and mental health challenges.
Knowledge and experience of local community resources is highly desirable

Your Responsibilities

To plan, develop, implement, monitor and review appropriate educational, recreational and occupational programs within the community
To ensure best practice in line with up to date research regarding Quality of Life improvements.
To liaise with families, the multidisciplinary team and key community based personnel in the pursuit of accessible community activities for service users.

Closing Date

Tuesday, 1st September 2026

Salary

Salary starting from point 1 €31,561.56 to point 11 €43,731.06 Pro Rata and is subject to negotiation depending on experience and qualification.

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