Support Worker Autism A Chara Disability Services SWWSP3009

Health Service Executive; Wexford; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Health Service Executive in Gorey, County Wexford is seeking a Care Assistant (Disability Services) to provide person-centred support in a dynamic team. You will work with individuals with complex needs, delivering care aligned to PCP and care plans, while promoting independence and safety.

Requirements include a QQI Level 5 Health Care Qualification and a full, clean driver’s license. Excellent communication and initiative are essential for success in this rewarding role.

Qualifications

• QQI Level 5 Health Care qualification is essential.
• Passion for providing person-centred support.
• Full, clean driver’s licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide support according to the person’s PCP and care plan.
• Deliver care with a focus on the person’s needs and safety.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to support individuals with complex needs.

Skills

Fluent English

Communication

Initiative

Program planning

Person-centred care

PCP knowledge

Education

QQI Level 5 Health Care Qualification

Job description

Before you apply

This job opportunity is open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants.

Reference

SWWSP3009

Category

Patient and Client Care

Grade

Care Assistant (Disability Services) 6482

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Important Information

The HSE is advertising this job on behalf of a publicly funded organisation. This job is not with the HSE. The terms and conditions of this job may be different from the HSE’s terms and conditions.

Health region

HSE Dublin and South East

County

• Wexford

Location

Gorey

Contract type

• Specified Purpose Wholetime

Post specific related information

Qualifications required:

A full QQI level 5 Health Care Qualification is essential, (e.g. health, community, care sector) but a genuine passion for providing person centred support is key to being successful in the role of a Support Worker. This is a truly rewarding role, with the opportunity to develop your skills, knowledge and your career.

Skills/Abilities required of a Support Worker:

Ability to work on own initiative. Awareness of Key Worker/ Support Worker Role and philosophy surrounding support to people with complex needs. Programme Planning Person Centred Plans. Places the needs of the person supported as the key focus in all activities. Delivers support according to the person’s PCP and care plan. Fluent English and excellent communication skills. Full, clean drivers licence essential with requirement to drive service vehicles.

Closing date

28/10/2026 12:00:00

Proposed interview date

TBC