Young Adult Support Worker

3 days ago

County Dublin, Ireland Irish Wheelchair Association Full time

We would like to invite applications to the following 35 hour, 12 month fixed term contract position:
IWA is committed to promoting, maintaining and adding to our diverse and inclusive work environment. As a Young Adult Support Worker, the post holder will be expected to support the delivery of services to young adults with physical disabilities as part of Irish Wheelchair Association's services based in Flemington Community Centre, Balbriggan, and also in IWA HQ in Clontarf.
The objectives of our services are to provide pathways for people with disabilities to participate fully in the community, by means of establishing developmental, personal and social inclusion programmes.
This will include supporting individual young adults to identify and work towards their personal goals, and to facilitate a range of activities, such as training workshops, personal development work, day trips and social activities, and linking with services and facilities within individuals' local communities.
You will be also required to undertake and ensure the execution of such other tasks/duties as deemed necessary to the successful implementation of young adult services.
Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesSupport Service Coordinator to implement a range of group workshops and activities based on the choices and needs of young adults.Support individual young adults in line with the Association's person-centred approach and through Personal Goals work.Support young adults involved in training and educational activities.Drive IWA transit vans (regular driving license) and/or assist with safe transportation in line with requirements of the Transport Handbook guidelines.Assist young adults in all aspects of personal care and daily living as identified by each individual.Accompany and support young adults on outings, social trips and holidays as required.Ensure that your work and interactions with others is such that it promotes and enhances the independence of young people.Prepare and maintain hard copy and online records as required by the Service Coordinator.Undertake training as directed by the Service Coordinator.Actively ensure that standards and practices regarding health and safety are fully adhered to in all activities, and in the centre itself.
Record and report all hazards or accidents to the Service Coordinator and/or Building Manager.Carry out other duties and/or responsibilities which may be assigned to you from time to time.PERSON SPECIFICATIONTraining, Experience and QualificationsA minimum of 5 completed modules of QQI level 5 Health 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)Youth Work (no specific minor components required)Full Drivers Licence is desirable.
Knowledge and SkillsPrevious experience of developing and delivering projects or programmes.Previous experience of working with people with disabilities is required.Knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety regulations, as well as transport safety and standards of use is essential.Previous experience of driving transit vans to transport people with disabilities, or a willingness to do so, would be an advantage.Good organisational skills.BehavioursThe 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 in the team.Be of good character.Salary range for this position is €15.37 to €17.12 per hour DOE.
Excellent working conditions.
25 days annual leave pro rata.
PRSA Pension scheme and group VHI & HSF Health Cash Plans.
Employee Assistance Service.
The closing date for the applications is Wednesday 19th March 2025.
Please note - ACADEMIC AND/OR PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: - Documentary evidence of your relevant qualification(s) will be required in advance of or during the recruitment process.

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