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 12,000 people with disabilities, equipping them with the confidence, skills, and self-belief to achieve their expressed goals

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We are an inclusive employer and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including those with different abilities.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible work environment for all individuals. If you require any reasonable accommodations during the application process or once employed, please let us know. Examples of accommodations we can provide include modified workstations, flexible work hours, assistive technologies, or adjustments to communication methods during interviews or in the workplace. Our goal is to ensure that all candidates and employees have the support they need to succeed in their roles.

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Join Our Team and Make a Difference!

Relief Care Worker 

Fixed Term Contract Cariable Hours Contract (12 Months)

Mountain View Residential Service

Killarney, Co Kerry

Job Purpose

To provide a personal care service to individuals with Intellectual Disability and Mental Health Difficulties within a residential service setting, in an environment which values and respects the individual, fosters a positive behavioral support approach to supporting people with challenging behaviors and an environment that fosters community based living, personal development and social inclusion 

What we’re looking for:

*         QQI Level 5 in Health & Social Care

*         Candidates should have experience of working in a residential care setting

*         Candidates should have experience of providing appropriate supports to service users with relevant disability and whose behavior may challenge

*         Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational and logistical skills

Your Responsibilities

*         Facilitate and implement a person centered service appropriate to the needs, wishes and requirements of service users. 

*         Assist service users in the taking of medication in line with policy and procedure

*         Ensure that all interactions with service users are approached with dignity, respect, equality and incorporating choice.

*         Ensure safe transportation of clients, by adhering to policy and procedure and the use of all safety equipment as appropriate

Closing Date: Tuesday, 4th March 2025

Salary: €14.48

What we Offer: *    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 view the full extensive job description please, click apply to visit our company site and download the attachment at the bottom of the page.

These duties and responsibilities are a reflection of the present service requirements and may be subject to review and amendment to meet the changing needs of the services.

The Rehab Group is an equal-opportunity employer