Programme Assistant- Grangebeg, Dunlavin, Co. Kildare

Camphill Communities of Ireland (CCoI) are recruiting for:

Programme Assistants

Camphill Communities of Ireland (CCoI) supports people with physical/intellectual disabilities and autism. CCoI operates Residential and Day Services across 15 locations, in which residents and day-attendees are supported to live an ordinary life, a life like any other.

We are currently recruiting for Programme Assistants to join our team in Grangebeg - W91 P4V9

Job Title:  Programme Assistant 

Contract:  Permanent

Hours:    Parttime (20 hours per week)

Salary:   €32,526- €42,730 per annum 

You will have the opportunity to work as part of a committed team, we offer a competitive salary, and you will have access to collaborative and learning work within a leading national organisation. 

What you will need:

• Hold a minimum of a QQI Level 5 Major Award on the QQI Framework - or equivalent qualification in Community/Heath or Social Care.
• Have 1 years experience of working with vulnerable adults or adults with intellectual disabilities. 
• An understanding of current policy and developments at national and sectoral level in relation to Social Care within disability services.

        Experience of running programmes for adults with an intellectual disability/autism

        An understanding of the New Directions model of day support services, as developed by the HSE. A willingness to work in promoting this model within your role

• An ability to follow plans and methods to meet the ongoing needs of the individuals supported.
• Effective interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills.
• Proficient IT skills relevant to the role, to include Microsoft Office Excel, Word, SharePoint, OneDrive and Teams.
• A full driver's licence and availability of own car is an essential requirement.

Please note all posts are subject to Garda Vetting, relevant Police clearance for any country of residence of over 6 months from the age of 18 and reference checking

Camphill Communities of Ireland is an equal opportunities employer