Flexible Home Support Worker for Children’s Disability

CoAction West Cork; Dunmanway; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

CoAction West Cork is seeking Relief Home Support Workers to support a child in their own home and community, with flexible hours in the Dunmanway area. Reporting to the Children's Services Coordinator.

The role focuses on care needs, safety, and development through activities, outings, and personal care, while maintaining confidentiality and collaborating with families and professionals. Essential qualifications include QQI Level 5 in Healthcare, driving licence, and MAPA/CPI training, with

Qualifications

• Essential Qualifications/Experience as listed in job posting.
• Experience with intellectual disability and autism is preferred.
• MAPA or CPI and First Aid training are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide home support to a child in their own home and community.
• Meet individual needs focusing on care, health and safety.
• Support participation in daily activities and development of hobbies.
• Maintain confidentiality and liaise with family and professionals.
• Follow programmes under the Children’s Services Coordinator.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Advocacy skills

Personal care

Positive behaviour support

IT basics

Education

QQI Level 5 in Healthcare

Irish Drivers Licence

Qualification in Learning Disabilities/Social Sciences/Nursing/Childcare

MAPA or CPI Training

First Aid

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

CoAction West Cork is seeking Relief Home Support Workers to support a child in their own home and community, with flexible hours in the Dunmanway area. Reporting to the Children's Services Coordinator.

The role focuses on care needs, safety, and development through activities, outings, and personal care, while maintaining confidentiality and collaborating with families and professionals. Essential qualifications include QQI Level 5 in Healthcare, driving licence, and MAPA/CPI training, with