programme Assistants

Camphill Communities of Ireland; Dingle; On-site; EUR 33,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Camphill Communities of Ireland is seeking a Programme Assistant for the Dingle, Co. Kerry location. This permanent, part-time role (35 hours per week) offers a supportive team environment and the chance to contribute to services for adults with disabilities.

You will work under the New Directions model, follow planned activities, and ensure high standards of care and communication. A QQI Level 5 Major Award or equivalent in Community/Health or Social Care is required, with Garda Vetting in

Qualifications

• QQI Level 5 Major Award or equivalent in Community/Health or Social Care.
• 1 year experience with vulnerable adults or intellectual disabilities.
• Understanding of national policy in Social Care and disability services.
• Experience running programmes for adults with an intellectual disability/autism.
• Willingness to promote the New Directions day support model.
• Ability to follow plans and meet ongoing needs of individuals.
• Excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
• Proficient IT skills: Excel, Word, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams.
• Full driving licence and access to own car is essential.
• Garda Vetting and police clearance required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Driver's license

Own car

IT literacy

Education

QQI Level 5 Major Award

Equivalent qualification in Community/Health or Social Care

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

SharePoint

OneDrive

Teams

Job description

Camphill Communities of Ireland (CCoI) supports people with physical/intellectual disabilities and autism. CCoI operates Residential and Day Services across 15 locations, in which residents and day-attendees are supported to live an ordinary life, a life like any other.

We are currently recruiting for Programme Assistants to join our team in Dingle Co.Kerry.

Job Title: Programme Assistant

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Parttime (35 hours per week)

Salary: € 33,176-€43,584per annum (based on a 40 hour week)

You will have the opportunity to work as part of a committed team, we offer a competitive salary, and you will have access to collaborative and learning work within a leading national organisation.

What you will need:

• Hold a minimum of a QQI Level 5 Major Award on the QQI Framework - or equivalent qualification in Community/Heath or Social Care.
• Have 1 years experience of working with vulnerable adults or adults with intellectual disabilities.
• An understanding of current policy and developments at national and sectoral level in relation to Social Care within disability services.

Experience of running programmes for adults with an intellectual disability/autism

An understanding of the New Directions model of day support services, as developed by the HSE. A willingness to work in promoting this model within your role

• An ability to follow plans and methods to meet the ongoing needs of the individuals supported.
• Effective interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills.
• Proficient IT skills relevant to the role, to include Microsoft Office Excel, Word, SharePoint, OneDrive and Teams.
• A full driver's licence and availability of own car is an essential requirement.

Please note all posts are subject to Garda Vetting, relevant Police clearance for any country of residence of over 6 months from the age of 18 and reference checking

Camphill Communities of Ireland is an equal opportunities employer

The required qualification may be held at application or be currently in progress. Candidates actively working towards the relevant qualification may be considered for shortlisting and interview.