▷ (Apply in 3 Minutes) Programme Assistant/ Driver- Supported Living

Overview

We would like to invite applications for the following Full Time, 12 Month Specified Purpose Contract:

Programme Assistant/ Driver – Supported Living

Kilkenny

IWA is committed to promoting and maintaining our diverse and inclusive work environment

Main Duties and Responsibilities

- To support individual members to maximise their potential using a person-centred approach.

- Assisting members in all aspects of personal care and daily living as identified by them.

- Supporting participation in social activities outside the home as identified by the members.

- Supporting independent living skills training as identified by the person.

- To be a key worker and advocate for the members.

- Completing as required the normal range of duties associated with the upkeep of a residence.

- Ensuring that your work and interaction with others is such that it promotes and enhances the independent living capacity of the people using the service.

- To be available to work flexible hours, i.e. mornings, evenings, overnights.

- Implementing the action planning and reporting systems within the parameters set by the Service Co-ordinator.

- Actively ensure that standards and practices regarding health and safety are fully adhered to in all areas of the service. Record and report any incidents/accidents to the Service Co-ordinator.

- To work in a confidential manner respecting people’s right to privacy and your role in their home.

- Carry out other duties and/or responsibilities which may be assigned to you from time to time

Person Specification

Training, Experience and Qualifications

- A minimum of 5 completed modules of QQI level 5 (Major Award) Care Support or similar qualification is essential.

- QQI Major Awards that are deemed relevant to IWA are:

- Community & Health Services (to include minor components Safety & Health at Work and Care Provision & Practice)

- Health Service Skills (to include minor components in Workplace Statutory Policies & Procedures and Care Skills and Care Support)

- Health Care Support (to include minor components Safety & Health at Work and Care Skills and Care Support)

- Category B Driving Licence is required

Knowledge and Skills

- Strong computer and administration skills are an advantage

- Previous experience of working with people with disabilities is desirable

- Understanding of the social model of disability and the concepts of person-centred planning is an advantage

- Understanding of independent living is desirable

- Demonstrate excellent communication skills with a good level of spoken and written English

Competencies

- Communicating and Influencing

- Motivating and Empowering

- Innovation and Creativity

- Planning and Organising

- Quality and Customer Focus

Behaviours

- The ability to work as part of a team and work on own initiative

- An ability to build strong relationships at all levels and show confidence among the team

- Strong customer service focus

- Be of good character

Remuneration & Benefits

- The current pay scale is subject to a 9.25% pay increase over the next 2 years (up to October 2026), aligning with the recent WRC agreement aimed at enhancing pay adjustments within Section 39 organizations.

- Salary range for this position is €15.38 to €17.12 per hour (DOE)

- Excellent working conditions

- Training & development opportunities

- Annual leave - 8% of hours worked

- Pension scheme available

- Employee Assistance Service

The closing date for applications is Tuesday 23rd September 2025

Documentary evidence of your relevant qualification(s) may/will be required in advance of or during the recruitment process.

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