Community Support Worker — Enable Independent Living

Corlann; Galway; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Corlann – West Region provides a community-based, person-centred service in Co Galway. We are recruiting a permanent part-time Community Support Worker (30 hours per fortnight) for Clifden.

The role focuses on one-to-one support for people with intellectual disabilities to live valued, independent lives in their community. Requirements include QQI Level 5 or higher, at least 1 year in intellectual disability work, 6 months in mental health or challenging behaviours, IT skills and a full driving

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a good general education.
• A recognised qualification appropriate to the field of intellectual disability is an advantage.
• QQI Level 5 or higher is desirable.
• Candidates must have a minimum of one years’ experience of working with individuals with an Intellectual Disability.
• Candidates must have a minimum of six months experience of working with individuals with Mental Health Disability or individuals who display behaviours that challenge.
• Candidates who will bring enthusiasm, professionalism, confidence and creativity to our services.
• Candidates must be able to demonstrate flexibility, communication and team-working skills, together with an enthusiasm for the post.
• IT skills are also required. FCS use online tools for report writing, recording, planning and dissemination of information.
• Candidates must have access to their own vehicle and hold a full clean Driving Licence (Class B), which is an essential requirement of this post.
• Candidates from outside the EU must also hold the required permits to work in this area.
• Fluency in verbal and written English is an essential requirement of this post.

Responsibilities

• Provide a key-working supportive role and assist in the delivery of community support to individuals with Mild Intellectual Disability, and sometimes Mental Health Disability.
• Work mainly one-to-one in the local community or in individuals' homes.
• Develop a community profile through researching the local area, linking with local organisations and clubs, and building positive relationships with public and private services.
• Encourage and assist individuals to develop their own life plans based around needs and interests.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

IT skills

Education

QQI Level 5 or higher

Job description

Corlann – West Region provides a community-based, person-centred service in Co Galway. We are recruiting a permanent part-time Community Support Worker (30 hours per fortnight) for Clifden.

The role focuses on one-to-one support for people with intellectual disabilities to live valued, independent lives in their community. Requirements include QQI Level 5 or higher, at least 1 year in intellectual disability work, 6 months in mental health or challenging behaviours, IT skills and a full driving