Programmes Facilitator

The Rehab Group; Dún Laoghaire; On-site; EUR 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension

Leave benefits

Education leave

27 days leave

Bike to work

Tax saver travel

Income protection

Unpaid leave

Wellbeing programme

Digital Doctor

Study support

Long Service reward

Sick leave

EAP

Job summary

The Rehab Group is hiring a Relief Programme Facilitator (Ref: 22109) for Dun Laoghaire Resource Centre, Co Dublin. This permanent part-time position (10 hours per week) involves facilitating learning, social and recreational activities for adults with complex challenges, aligning with Supported Self Directed Living values.

We welcome diverse backgrounds and offer a comprehensive benefits package and ongoing professional development. Closing date: 01 Oct 2026.

Qualifications

• Minimum QQI Level 5 in Social Care or equivalent.
• A third level graduate in Health & Social Care or equivalent is desirable.
• Experience supporting adults with intellectual disabilities as a primary diagnosis.
• Programme facilitation skills are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Be a key worker to service users to facilitate Person Centred Planning and identify supports.
• Develop and deliver person-centred programmes and maintain records.
• Support individuals and groups in accessing their community and activities as directed by management.

Skills

QQI Level 5 in Social Care

Third level graduate (desirable)

Experience with adults with complex/ch

Education

Third level graduate in Health & Social Care or equivalent

Job description

We are an independent voluntary organisation providing services and support for people with disabilities and their families for more than 70 years. Our work positively impacts the lives of over 12,000 people with disabilities, equipping them with the confidence, skills, and self-belief to achieve their expressed goals

We Welcome All Backgrounds and Abilities!

We are an inclusive employer and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including those with different abilities.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible work environment for all individuals. If you require any reasonable accommodations during the application process or once employed, please let us know. Examples of accommodations we can provide include modified workstations, flexible work hours, assistive technologies, or adjustments to communication methods during interviews or in the workplace. Our goal is to ensure that all candidates and employees have the support they need to succeed in their roles.

Please contact us at any stage. We will work with you to meet your needs.

Join Our Team and Make a Difference!

Relief Programme Facilitator- Ref: 22109

Dun Laoghaire Resource Centre

Clarence House, Clarence Street, Dun Laoghaire, Co Dublin

Permanent part time 10 hours per week

About the Role:

To be part of a professional team & progressive service supporting individuals with complex challenges to achieve and maintain valued roles in their community through learning, social and recreational opportunities. The successful candidate will be required to work in a way which reflects the values of Supported Self Directed Living, implementing the core values of New Directions. The candidate will have an innovative ability, together with drive, enthusiasm, motivation and a positive attitude. To facilitate individuals with their programme choices and demonstrate a passion to assist in enhancing the person’s image in all settings. To facilitate programmes and projects that include educational, developmental, recreational and occupational themes and activities of the service, as appropriate. The candidate will work as a positive member of the team and make a conscious effort to investigate new opportunities and advocate the same for the best interest of the service users, service and team

What we’re looking for:

• Minimum QQI Level 5 in Social Care or equivalent
• A third level graduate, Health & Social Care or equivalent is desirable.
• Experience supporting adults with intellectual disabilities as a primary diagnosis.
• Programme facilitation skills an advantage

Your Responsibilities

• To be a key worker to service users in order to facilitate the Person Centred Planning process. To identify goals and supports required by individual service users and maintain records as required. To work with service users with their day to day support needs
• To develop and deliver person centred programmes to meet the needs of service users as identified through Person Centred Planning and to maintain the required records.
• To support individuals and groups in accessing their community to meet identified needs by facilitating activities and programmes and any other reasonable duties as deemed appropriate by the Programmes Supervisor / Community Services Manager.

Closing Date: 01st October 2026

We offer a competitive starting salary of€16.38– €17.23per hour(Points 1–5 of the scale), based on qualifications and experience. The 12-point salary scale provides annual progression opportunities up to€17.71 per hour.

What we Offer:

• Company Pension Scheme
• Paid maternity/paternity/adoption leave
• Educational leave
• 27 days annual leave
• Bike to work scheme
• Tax saver travel scheme
• Income protection
• Unpaid leave
• Health and Wellbeing programme
• Digital Doctor
• Financial support for studying and study leave
• Long Service Reward Scheme
• Sick leave
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

These duties and responsibilities are a reflection of the present service requirements and may be subject to review and amendment to meet the changing needs of the services.

The Rehab Group is an equal-opportunity employer