Support Worker — Empower Adults with Disabilities

CoAction West Cork; Castletownbere; On-site; EUR 8,000 - 10,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick Pay

Maternity Pay

Parents Leave

Pension

Death in Service

Saturday Allowance

Sunday Premium

Job summary

CoAction West Cork invites applications for a Support Worker at Castletownbere Day & Residential Services. This permanent part-time post (9.5 hours per week) includes Saturday allowance and Sunday premium, with base at the Castletownbere Adult Services Centre.

Essential qualifications include QQI Level 5 in Healthcare and a full clean Irish driving licence. The role supports people with intellectual disabilities and autism, requiring compassion, teamwork and strong communication.

Qualifications

• QQI Level 5 in Healthcare or equivalent.
• Full clean Irish driving licence (manual).
• Experience with intellectual disability or autism preferred.
• Strong communication and IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care and support for service users.
• Assist with daily living activities (nutrition, personal hygiene).
• Support participation in vocational, social and recreational activities.
• Work within a multi-disciplinary team and follow organisational policies.
• Document accidents, incidents and concerns as required.
• Assist with driving duties and transportation as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Team player

Advocacy skills

Personal care

Education

QQI Level 5 Healthcare

Job description

CoAction West Cork invites applications for a Support Worker at Castletownbere Day & Residential Services. This permanent part-time post (9.5 hours per week) includes Saturday allowance and Sunday premium, with base at the Castletownbere Adult Services Centre.

Essential qualifications include QQI Level 5 in Healthcare and a full clean Irish driving licence. The role supports people with intellectual disabilities and autism, requiring compassion, teamwork and strong communication.