Compassionate Disability Support Worker

Corlann; Cork; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Corlann South seeks Support Workers to assist adults with intellectual disabilities across Cork area. The role focuses on activities of daily living, personal care and integration into community life. Requires QQI Level 5 Minor Award or SNA qualification, with potential for Level 7/8 studies. Driving licence is essential.

Salary scale applied, with part-time relief hours. Located in Cork-based services. Reporting to Sector Manager or Day Service Manager, and aligned with the Joint Area

Qualifications

• Must have QQI Level 5 Minor Award in Health Care Support or SNA qualification or be undertaking a Social Care/Nursing/Allied Health Level 7/8 course.
• Desirable QQI Level 5 Major Award (8 modules) in Healthcare Support/Health Service Skills including Intellectual Disability.
• Desirable at least 6 months experience in intellectual disability sector with adults/children.
• Must have full clean driving licence permitting manual transmission vehicles in Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with activities of daily living including meals, personal hygiene and wellbeing.
• Support people to achieve goals in their Person Centred Plan.
• Encourage participation in ordinary community life through inclusive, creative thinking.

Skills

Intellectual Disability experience

Ability to work as part of a team

QQI level 5 Minor Award in Health Care

Good Communication Skills

Education

QQI Level 5 Minor Award (Healthcare Support)

QQI Level 5 Major Award (Healthcare)

SNA qualification

Relevant Social Care / Nursing or Allied Health course

Job description

Corlann South seeks Support Workers to assist adults with intellectual disabilities across Cork area. The role focuses on activities of daily living, personal care and integration into community life. Requires QQI Level 5 Minor Award or SNA qualification, with potential for Level 7/8 studies. Driving licence is essential.

Salary scale applied, with part-time relief hours. Located in Cork-based services. Reporting to Sector Manager or Day Service Manager, and aligned with the Joint Area