Community Transport & Programme Assistant

Irish Wheelchair Association; Carlow; On-site; EUR 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent working conditions

Training & Development opportunities

25 days annual leave pro rata

Pension scheme available

Employee Assistance Service

Job summary

Irish Wheelchair Association invites applications for a Permanent Contract Programme Assistant Driver role in Carlow. You will lead the delivery of programmes and ensure safe transport of members to and from the Community Centre.

Requires QQI Level 5 Health Care Support, category B driving licence (D desirable), and a strong commitment to health and safety in line with safeguarding policies for people with disabilities.

Qualifications

• Full QQI Level 5 in HealthCare Support or equivalent
• Category B driving licence; willingness to drive IWA buses
• Category D Licence desirable
• Experience developing/delivering projects or programmes with people with disabilities
• Knowledge of Safety Health and Welfare regulations and transport safety

Responsibilities

• Lead on the implementation of programme activities within the community centre.
• Liaise and network with local resources (colleges) for new programmes.
• Support in fundraising initiatives.
• Administrative duties.
• Encourage active involvement in development and activation programmes.
• Accompany and support participants on holidays, outings, and day trips.
• Move and handle patients; assist with personal care as required.
• Ensure health and safety standards and safeguarding policies are followed.
• Record and report hazards/accidents to supervisors.
• Transport participants to and from the Centre and related activities.
• Maintain vehicles in roadworthy condition and arrange maintenance as needed.
• Mentor staff and volunteers in programme activities and transport safety.
• Maintenance of buses; flexible for evening/weekend work.
• Carry out other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communicating

Planning

Organising

Customer service

Safety awareness

Education

QQI Level 5 HealthCare

Category B driving licence

Category D driving licence desirable

Job description

Irish Wheelchair Association invites applications for a Permanent Contract Programme Assistant Driver role in Carlow. You will lead the delivery of programmes and ensure safe transport of members to and from the Community Centre.

Requires QQI Level 5 Health Care Support, category B driving licence (D desirable), and a strong commitment to health and safety in line with safeguarding policies for people with disabilities.