Part-Time Care Assistant – Day Services (Intellectual Disability)

Waterford Intellectual Disability Association; Waterford; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension

Continuous Professional Development

Employee Assistance Programme

Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave

Bike to Work Scheme

Job summary

Waterford Intellectual Disability Association invites applications for part-time Care Assistants in its Day Services in Waterford, Ireland. The role is on site with a focus on person-centred support and community-based activities for adults with intellectual disabilities.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of relevant experience, QQI Level 5 in Health/Social Care, and a strong commitment to confidentiality, dignity, and teamwork in a vibrant charity setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1+ years' experience as a Care Assistant in intellectual disability settings.
• Minimum 120 hours over four weeks, Monday to Friday in Day Services.
• QQI Level 5 Health Care/Social Care or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Organise and participate in recreational, educational and training programmes for service users.
• Foster social skills and implement a person-centred approach for each service user.
• Carry out risk assessments, implement care plans and conduct reviews.
• Assist with personal care as appropriate and support medication management.
• Provide a safe, empowering environment and uphold service user rights.

Skills

Confidentiality

Accountability

Leadership

Resilience

Interpersonal skills

Dignity and privacy

Planning & organisation

HIQA & New Directions standards

Education

QQI Level 5 Health Care/Social Care

Job description

Waterford Intellectual Disability Association invites applications for part-time Care Assistants in its Day Services in Waterford, Ireland. The role is on site with a focus on person-centred support and community-based activities for adults with intellectual disabilities.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of relevant experience, QQI Level 5 in Health/Social Care, and a strong commitment to confidentiality, dignity, and teamwork in a vibrant charity setting.