Programme Assistant An Castan Navan

Irish Wheelchair Association (IWA)

Navan

On-site

EUR 26,000 - 29,000

Part time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave pro rata

Pension scheme available

Training development opportunities

Employee Assistance Service

Excellent working conditions

Job summary

The Irish Wheelchair Association (IWA) invites applications for a part-time Programme Assistant Driver based in An Castan, Navan. This role involves leading centre-based programme activities and ensuring the safe transport of members to and from the Community Centre.

Responsibilities include programme delivery, fundraising support, administrative duties, and safeguarding compliance. Requires QQI Level 5 HealthCare Support and a full driving license with a willingness to drive IWA buses.

Qualifications

Must hold QQI Level 5 in HealthCare Support or equivalent.
Full driving license and willingness to drive IWA buses.
Experience with databases and Microsoft Office desirable.

Responsibilities

Lead the delivery of programmes and activities in the Centre.
Transport participants to and from the Centre and on outings.
Assist with personal care and moving and handling as required.
Maintain health and safety standards and safeguarding procedures.

Skills

Full driving license

Databases

MS Office

Transport safety

Education

QQI Level 5 HealthCare Support

QQI Major Awards: Community Health Services

Health Service Skills

Tools

MS Office

Job description

We would like to invite applications for the following 30 hours, permanent contract role;

Programme Assistant Driver

An Castan, Navan

IWA is committed to promoting, maintaining and adding to our diverse and inclusive work environment

As a Programme Assistant you will be expected to lead with the delivery of services to members engaging in personal and activation programmes in the Centre. You will also be responsible for the safe transportation of the members to and from the Community Centre. The essential nature of the Centre is to provide a pathway for people with physical disabilities to full participation with the community.

Liaison

Close liaison is required with Community Centre staff and members for the successful implementation of this position. Links will also be made with relevant voluntary and statutory agencies, families and friends of members

Main Duties And Responsibilities

Lead on the implementation of programme activities within the Community Centre, which will involve the following: implementing programmes daily from the service user’s choice, complete all report writing on programme designs. Liaise and network with local resources i.e., colleges for implementing creative new programmes
Support the Service Coordinator in creating and implementing fundraising initiatives
Administrative duties
Encourage members to be actively involved in developmental, personal and activation programmes, that operate from the Centre, and to be actively involved in implementation of same
Accompany and support participants on annual holidays, outings, socials, and day trips as required by Service Coordinator/Service Support Officer
Patient moving and handling; assist with personal care of participants where required
Actively ensure that standards and practices regarding health and safety are fully adhered to in all areas of activities.
Comply with IWA's Parent and Ancillary Safety Statements and any legislative duties set out in current Health and Safety and Fire Safety Legislation
Ensure that your responsibilities to safeguard children and adults from abuse or harm is a core aspect of your role and that IWA’s Safeguarding Policies and Procedures are adhered to
The use of clamping, hoisting, and lifting equipment are an essential part of this role
Record and report any hazards, accidents, or potential incidents to the Service Coordinator/Service Support Officer
Transport participants to and from the Centre daily, and to and from other related community activities as required by the Service Coordinator/Service Support Officer
Ensure that vehicles for which you are responsible are always in a roadworthy condition and make such arrangements as are necessary for the maintenance, cleanliness, and repairs of such vehicles in consultation with Service Coordinator/Service Support Officer
Mentor staff and volunteers in all aspects relating to programme activities and transport safety
Maintenance of the buses
Flexibility and availability for out of hours service activities i.e. evenings and weekends
Carry out any other duties and / or responsibilities which may be assigned to you from time to time

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Training, Experience And Qualifications

Full QQI level 5 in HealthCare Support or similar qualification is essential. QQI Major Awards that are deemed relevant to IWA are:
Community Health Services (to include minor components Safety Health at Work and Care Provision Practice)
Health Service Skills (to include minor components in Workplace Statutory Policies Procedures and Care Skills and Care Support)
Health Care Support (to include minor components Safety Health at Work and Care Skills and Care Support)
Full driving license and a willingness to learn to drive the IWA buses is essential
Previous experience of working with databases and Microsoft Office suite are desirable

Knowledge And Skills

Developing and delivering projects or programmes

Experience Of Working With People With Disabilities Is Required

Knowledge and understanding of Safety Health and Welfare regulations, as well as transport safety and standards of use is essential

Competencies

Communicating and Influencing
Motivating and Empowering
Innovation and Creativity
Planning and Organizing
Quality and Customer Focus

Behaviours

The ability to work on your own initiative
An ability to build strong relationships at all levels and show confidence among the team
Strong customer service focus
Be of good character

Remuneration Benefits