West Limerick Independent Living is one of the largest providers of Personal Assistant Services to people with disabilities in Limerick. Over the past decade the organisation has developed high quality, Personal Assistant (PA) services for people with disabilities in Limerick City and County. A PA service is a service for persons with significant disability who need assistance in aspects of daily living, at home, travelling, at work, college or socially.

Job Title: Personal Support Service Coordinator

Ref. Number: PSSC July 2015

Type of Contract: Fixed Term (6 months)

Number of Hours: 39 Hours

Location: West Limerick Independent Living Ltd., Newcastle West, Co. Limerick

The Role: See job description below

The Person:

Have a recognised third level qualification in the area of social care / health services / nursing

Have at least 2 years related work experience in areas such as health and social care work, social work and/or community development etc.

Experience in managing or supervising staff

Will be committed to the principles of rights-based, person-centred services and are keen to accept the challenges involved in the ongoing delivery of such services

Will have the ability to communicate openly and effectively with service users, their family members, staff and management

Will welcome change and be committed to continuous improving and learning throughout the organisation

Will be outgoing, have a positive outlook on life, have good interpersonal skills and be an excellent communicator

Salary range: Dependent on Experience

Closing Date: 16th August 2015

To apply for this post please forward a detailed CV and cover letter via e-mail to info@limerickcil.com or by post to Margaret O’Driscoll, Senior Service Coordinator, West Limerick Independent Living Ltd., Sheehan’s Road, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick.

West Limerick Independent Living Ltd. is an equal opportunities employer

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