Programme Assistant An Castan Navan

1 week ago


Navan, Ireland Irish Wheelchair Association Full time

We would like to invite applications for the following 39 hours, Specified Purpose Contract (Sick Leave);

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

As a Programme Assistant, you will be expected to lead with the delivery of services to members engaging in personal and activation programmes in the Centre. You will also be responsible for the safe transportation of the members to and from the Community Centre. The essential nature of the Centre is to provide a pathway for people with physical disabilities to full participation with the community.

Close liaison is required with Community Centre staff and members for the successful implementation of this position. Links will also be made with relevant voluntary and statutory agencies, families, and friends of members.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

1. Lead on the implementation of programme activities within the Community Centre, which will involve the following: implementing programmes daily from the service user’s choice, and complete all report writing on programme designs.
2. Liaise and network with local resources, i.e., colleges for implementing creative new programmes.
3. Support the Service Coordinator in creating and implementing fundraising initiatives.
4. Encourage members to be actively involved in developmental, personal and activation programmes that operate from the Centre.
5. Accompany and support participants on annual holidays, outings, socials, and day trips as required by Service Coordinator/Service Support Officer.
6. Patient moving and handling; assist with personal care of participants where required.
7. Actively ensure that standards and practices regarding health and safety are fully adhered to in all areas of activities.
8. Comply with IWA's Parent and Ancillary Safety Statements and any legislative duties set out in current Health and Safety and Fire Safety Legislation.
9. Ensure that your responsibilities to safeguard children and adults from abuse or harm is a core aspect of your role and that IWA’s Safeguarding Policies and Procedures are adhered to.
10. The use of clamping, hoisting, and lifting equipment are an essential part of this role.
11. Record and report any hazards, accidents, or potential incidents to the Service Coordinator/Service Support Officer.
12. Transport participants to and from the Centre daily, and to and from other related community activities as required by the Service Coordinator/Service Support Officer.
13. Ensure that vehicles for which you are responsible are always in a roadworthy condition and make such arrangements as are necessary for the maintenance, cleanliness, and repairs of such vehicles in consultation with Service Coordinator/Service Support Officer.
14. Mentor staff and volunteers in all aspects relating to programme activities and transport safety.
15. Maintenance of the buses.
16. Flexibility and availability for out of hours service activities, i.e., evenings and weekends.
17. Carry out any 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 in HealthCare Support or similar qualification is essential. QQI Major Awards that are deemed relevant to IWA are:

1. Community & Health Services (to include minor components Safety & Health at Work and Care Provision & Practice)
2. Health Service Skills (to include minor components in Workplace Statutory Policies & Procedures and Care Skills and Care Support)
3. Health Care Support (to include minor components Safety & Health at Work and Care Skills and Care Support)

Full driving license and a willingness to learn to drive the IWA buses is essential.

Previous experience of working with databases and Microsoft Office suite are desirable.

Knowledge and Skills

1. Developing and delivering projects or programmes.
2. Experience of working with people with disabilities is required.
3. Knowledge and understanding of Safety Health and Welfare regulations, as well as transport safety and standards of use is essential.
4. Communicating and Influencing.
5. Motivating and Empowering.
6. Innovation and Creativity.
7. Planning and Organizing.
8. Quality and Customer Focus.

Behaviours

1. The ability to work on your own initiative.
2. An ability to build strong relationships at all levels and show confidence among the team.
3. Be of good character.

Salary from €31,291 up to €34,832 DOE.

Excellent working conditions.

25 days annual leave.

Access to Pension Scheme and group VHI & HSF Health Cash Plans.

Employee Assistance Service.

The closing date for applications is Friday, 31st January 2025.

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

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