Young Adult Support Worker - Empower Independence (32h/wk)

Irish Wheelchair Association (IWA); Dublin; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension and health schemes

Employee Assistance Service

25 days annual leave (pro rata)

Job summary

Irish Wheelchair Association (IWA) in Dublin 3 invites applications for a 32-hour Young Adult Support Worker role in Clontarf. Join our School Leavers Service to help young adults with physical disabilities develop independence, confidence and community involvement.

You will plan and deliver creative activities, support personal development, accompany community outings and provide practical daily living support within a friendly team. Closing date for applications is Friday 20 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience planning or delivering activities, workshops or programmes.
• A full Category B driving licence.
• Experience driving transit vans, or a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Making a difference: supporting young adults to achieve personal goals and develop independence.
• Getting creative: planning and delivering engaging workshops and development programmes.
• Getting out and about: assisting with community outings and social activities.
• Providing practical support: assisting with personal care and daily living activities.
• Working as part of a team: collaborating with colleagues.
• Promoting safety: following safeguarding and health and safety procedures.
• Supporting day-to-day service: helping with transport and keeping records.

Skills

Activity planning

People skills

Driving

Job description

Irish Wheelchair Association (IWA) in Dublin 3 invites applications for a 32-hour Young Adult Support Worker role in Clontarf. Join our School Leavers Service to help young adults with physical disabilities develop independence, confidence and community involvement.

You will plan and deliver creative activities, support personal development, accompany community outings and provide practical daily living support within a friendly team. Closing date for applications is Friday 20 November 2026.