The Rehab Group
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

Join Our Team and Make a Difference!
Job Title: Student Support Worker
Specific Purpose Contract, Part-time 30 hours per week
Monday to Friday
Location: Clash Industrial Estate, Tralee, Co. Kerry

About the Role:
To provide personalized support to individuals with additional needs, helping them fully participate in their programs and meet their daily support requirements. This includes navigating the training environment, postural management, social skills, offering assistance with intimate care and transitioning between activities. The role is aimed at supporting individuals with complex and diverse needs to engage fully in their training.

We Welcome All Backgrounds and Abilities!
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.
Please contact Grace O’Brien at grace.obrien@rehab.ie at any stage. We will work with you to meet your needs.

What We’re Looking For:

• QQI Level 5 Health Care or Social Care qualification
• QQI Level 5 Special Needs Assisting or equivalent qualification
• Experience working with adults/young people with disabilities, including managing challenging behaviours
• Good interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Flexible and person-centred approach

At Rehab Group, we understand that there are many paths of learning to your chosen career. We know that standardised educational training is not a shared experience, particularly for people with differing abilities. If you meet the majority of the requirements for the position you are applying for, we are happy to discuss the role with you further. You might be exactly who we are looking for.

Your Responsibilities:

• Support students in achieving their personal goals under the instructor's supervision, ensuring they stay on task and fully participate in their program.
• Accompany and support students who may need to leave the training room, helping them return to class when ready.
• Provide support during community-based activities and work experiences, ensuring students engage fully in external learning opportunities.
• Provide personal care support when needed, ensuring students' well-being and dignity are maintained.
• Ensure safety by applying all Health and Safety procedures, reporting concerns, and adhering to safety policies.

Additional Requirements:
If applicable, candidates will need to provide a police certificate for any country they've lived in before moving to Ireland
A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign.
Salary: Starting at €25726.28 per annum, equivalent to €13.74 per hour.

What We Offer:

• Company Pension Scheme

• Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

• Educational leave and financial support for study

• 38 days of annual leave pro-rata

• Health and Wellbeing Program

• Bike to Work and Tax Saver Travel schemes

• Income Protection and Sick Leave

• Long Service Reward Scheme

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Discounts, Credit Union Scheme, and more!

How to Apply:
Submit your application by 27/10/2024 Visit www.rehab.ie/careers for more details and to download the full job description.
The recruitment process usually involves an initial application, screening, followed by interviews (often in-person or virtual) and possibly assessments related to the role.
We may close applications early if we receive a high volume of suitable candidates.