The Role:
To provide care and support to a Cheshire Ireland service user in their own home, in a safe, respectful, empathic and person-centred manner, and to facilitate people to live a life of their own choosing. It is critical that when undertaking your work with people who use Cheshire services you do so in a manner that is consistent with Cheshire Ireland’s ethos and values.

The Person:
Is committed to the principles of rights-based, person-centred services and is keen to accept the challenges involved in the ongoing delivery of such services.
Is patient and has an understanding of the issues experienced by people with physical disabilities.
Will need to be flexible, reliable, and prepared to work evenings, weekends and public holidays.
Has the ability to work as part of a team.
Is outgoing and has a positive outlook on life, good interpersonal skills and is an excellent communicator.
Has the ability to communicate openly and effectively with service users, their family members,other staff and management.
Welcomes change, and is committed to continuous quality improvement and learning throughout the organisation.
Should have at least FETAC Level 5 qualification and/or 1 year’s work experience in related areas such as personal assistance/care support, community development or social care and/or community regeneration.
Please note a full clean driver’s license is essential for this role as you will assist client in driving his vehicle.

Salary range: Dependent on experience
Closing Date: 14th August 2017

To apply for this post please forward a detailed CV and cover letter via e-mail to Ingrid.gusakova@cheshire.ie or post to Ingrid Gusakova 6 Bellevue Demesne, St Bridget’s park Greystones, Co.Wicklow .

Cheshire Ireland is an equal opportunities employer

All successful candidates will be subject to vetting by the Garda Vetting Unit.