A commitment to living the values of Teamwork, Respect, Dignity, Justice, Advocacy and Quality. We are an independent voluntary organisation providing services and support for people with disabilities and their families for more than 70 years. Our work positively impacts the lives of over 10,000 people with disabilities, equipping them with the confidence, skills, and self-belief to achieve their expressed goals Care Worker P & S -Ref: 6335 Bantry Respite Service Bantry, County Cork Fixed Term Part-Time Contract (31 Hours) Job Purpose To facilitate a client focused service to adults with physical & sensory disabilities & complex health needs that include, Epilepsy, Parkinson's, M.S, Huntington's disease and ABI. Minimum Education & Skills required Training in responses to disability and medication management. Minimum of QQI Level 5 in Social Care, or equivalent Client personnel care and handling experience an advantage Full Driving license required Experience of working with individuals with physical and sensory disability Job Duties & Responsibilities Promote and actively involved in teamwork, creating a nurturing and supportive environment for the clients. Facilitate and implement a person centered service appropriate to the needs, wishes and requirements of clients. Provide personal assistance in all aspects of personal care and manual handling, ensuring comfort and hygiene of clients and adhering to safe practice at all times. Assist Clients in the taking of medication in line with policy and procedure. Staff Benefits Company Pension Scheme Paid maternity/paternity/adoption leave Educational leave 27 days annual leave Bike to work scheme Tax saver travel scheme Income protection Unpaid leave Health and Wellbeing programme Company credit union scheme Employee discount scheme Digital Doctor Financial support for studying and study leave Long Service Reward Scheme Sick leave Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process click the Continue to Application or Login/Register to apply button below.