Empowering Community Support Worker - Adult Services

CoAction West Cork; Castletownbere; Hybrid; EUR 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

CoAction West Cork invites applications for a Support Worker based at Castletownbere Day & Residential Services. The role is permanent, 13.75 hours per week, Ref: D065, with a closing date of Tuesday 3 November 2026.

The successful candidate will assist in planning and delivering programmes, support personal care, promote dignity, and work within a multi-disciplinary team. QQI Level 5 in Healthcare or equivalent is required, plus a full Irish driving licence.

Qualifications

• QQI Level 5 in Healthcare or equivalent
• Full clean Irish manual driving licence
• Desirable: qualification related to learning disabilities or autism
• Experience in supporting people with disabilities or challenging behaviours

Responsibilities

• Deliver programmes under guidance of facilitator/leader
• Maintain dignity and respect for service users
• Support personal care including clothing, feeding and toileting
• Report accidents/incidents and maintain confidentiality
• Assist with recreational activities and group home duties
• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and follow policies

Skills

QQI Level 5

Driver's licence

Communication skills

Team player

Advocacy skills

Personal care support

Education

Healthcare / social care qualification

Job description

CoAction West Cork invites applications for a Support Worker based at Castletownbere Day & Residential Services. The role is permanent, 13.75 hours per week, Ref: D065, with a closing date of Tuesday 3 November 2026.

The successful candidate will assist in planning and delivering programmes, support personal care, promote dignity, and work within a multi-disciplinary team. QQI Level 5 in Healthcare or equivalent is required, plus a full Irish driving licence.