Care Assistants
Job Description
The positions require a high degree of flexibility and motivation.
The team members will work closely with individuals’ circles of support and their local community in order to develop and progress opportunities for them. A commitment to a person centred, citizen based, and social model of support is required.
Applicants must possess the competencies and skills appropriate to working with persons with an intellectual disability.
Note: Shortlisting will be based on the information provided on the application form.
Essential Criteria for Applicants
- A relevant qualification: minimum QQI Level 5 Major Award in Healthcare/Intellectual Disability (all 8 modules completed as per QQI requirements).
- Have a general understanding of current legislation (ADMA, UNCRPD).
- Excellent team working skills.
- Initiative, flexibility, and enthusiasm.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Fluency in verbal and written English is an essential requirement of this post.
- A track record of thinking creatively, being person centred and adaptable.
- IT Skills and experience in report writing.
- Valid work permission and eligibility to work and reside in Ireland at the time of application.
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