Support Worker: Empowering Adults with Intellectual Disability

Rezoomo; Cork; Hybrid; EUR 35,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Corlann South is a major voluntary organisation providing age-related residential, educational and day services for people with intellectual disability, Autism and communication disorders across Cork and Kerry. We are seeking Support Workers for temporary relief with up to 78 hours per fortnight.

Role involves assisting with daily living activities, meals and personal care, helping clients engage in the community, and supporting their goals under a Person Centred Plan.

Qualifications

• Must have QQI Level 5 Minor Award (or SNA or be undertaking Level 7/8/Psychology course).
• Desirable Level 5 Major Award (8 modules) in Healthcare/Childcare.
• Desirable minimum 6 months’ experience in intellectual disability sector with adults/children.
• Must have a full clean driver's licence for manual transmission.
• Essential immunisation against Hepatitis B as per guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with activities of daily living including meals and personal hygiene.
• Assist people to participate in ordinary community life through inclusive and creative activities.
• Help individuals achieve goals in their Person Centred Plan.
• Report to Social Care Leader or Day Service Manager as part of the line management.

Skills

Intellectual Disability experience

Ability to work as part of a team

QQI level 5 Minor Award in Health Care

Good Communication Skills

Education

QQI Level 5 Minor Award (Healthcare Support)

QQI Level 5 Major Award (Healthcare/Childcare)

SNA qualification

Level 7/8 Social Care or related course

Job description

Corlann South is a major voluntary organisation providing age-related residential, educational and day services for people with intellectual disability, Autism and communication disorders across Cork and Kerry. We are seeking Support Workers for temporary relief with up to 78 hours per fortnight.

Role involves assisting with daily living activities, meals and personal care, helping clients engage in the community, and supporting their goals under a Person Centred Plan.