Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland.
About Enable Ireland
Named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2024, we are committed to fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement. We proudly maintain a Silver Award in Diversity from the Irish Centre for Diversity.
Job Title: Community Connector
We are seeking a highly-motivated individual to join our team in Enable Ireland Adult Services, Limerick. The successful candidate will be part of the Strive project, which aims to support 5 service owners with a physical disability to move from their current living arrangements to new homes in the community.
The Community Connector will work closely with the service owners to support them in building a lifestyle and living their life as part of their chosen community. This role requires evening and weekend work, with a seven-day roster.
Duties and Responsibilities:
* Support service owners in achieving independent living and personal development goals
* Work collaboratively with the Strive Project Team Lead and transition group team
* Develop and implement Person Centred Plans for adults with disabilities
* Maintain accurate records and reports as required
* Participate in training and professional development opportunities
Requirements
The successful candidate will possess:
* QQI Level 5 Certificate in Social Care or relevant health-related area
* Minimum one year's experience working with adults with disabilities
* Experience acting as a keyworker and driving Person Centred Plans for adults with disabilities
* Hold a full clean driver's licence with no restrictions and be willing to drive Enable Ireland vehicles
Benefits
As a staff member of Enable Ireland, you will have access to:
* Excellent internal and external training opportunities
* Generous annual leave entitlements
* Flexible Working
* Long service reward scheme
* Pension