Programme Assistant - Tipperary

Irish Wheelchair Association

Tipperary

2 part time positions - 27 hours per week. Overall purpose of Job: As a Programme Assistant you will be expected to develop and implement programmes, projects and individualised supports to members engaging in the Resource and Outreach Centre. The objectives of the Resource and Outreach Centre are to provide pathways for people with disability to participate fully in the community, by means of establishing developmental, personal and social inclusion programmes. You will be required to undertake and ensure the execution of such other tasks/duties as may be deemed necessary to the successful implementation of the programme. Liaise with: Close liaison is required with the ROC Service Co-ordinator, colleagues, volunteers and members of Resource & Outreach Centres. Main Duties and Responsibilities. Develop and lead the implementation of Resource and Outreach Programmes as set by the Service Co-ordinator, in line with the Service Plan. Support and develop Youth Services in the area. Facilitate opportunities for members to access community facilities and engage in community and other activities. Support individual service users in line with the Associations Person Centred Approach and through the Contact Service. Prepare and maintain records as required by the ROC Manual and Service Coordinator. Assist the Service Co-ordinator in ensuring a quality person centred service is provided to members. Accompany and support participants on annual holidays, outings, social and day trips as required. Actively ensure that standards and practices regarding health and safety are fully adhered to in all Resource and Outreach Centre activities and in the centre itself. Record and report any hazards or accidents to the Service Co-ord. Keep relevant and up to date IWA record systems. Assist service users in all aspects of personal care and daily living as identified by the service user. Ensure that your work and interactions with others is such that it promotes and enhances the independence of the service user. Undertake training as directed by the Service Co-ordinator. Assist with safe transportation in line with requirements of the Transport Handbook guidelines. Clamping lifting equipment , patient moving and handling and hoist are all essential requirements for this role. Carry out other duties and/or responsibilities which may be assigned to you from time to time. PERSON SPECIFICATION. Training, Experience and Qualifications. A minimum of 5 completed modules of FETAC level 5 (Major Award) Care Support or similar qualification is essential. FETAC Major Awards that are deemed relevant to IWA are: Community & Health Services (to include minor components Safety & Health at Work and Care Provision & Practice. Health Service Skills (to include minor components in Workplace Statutory Policies & Procedures and Care Skills and Care Support. Health Care Support (to include minor components Safety & Health at Work and Care Skills and Care Support. Knowledge and Skills. Full driving licence is essential. Previous experience in facilitation is desirable. Previous experience of working with people with disabilities is desirable. Good computer and administration skills. Behaviours. The ability to work as part of a team. Person centred approach. An ability to build strong relationships at all levels. Strong customer service focus. Be of good character. Remuneration & Benefits. Salary on offer is between €17,949 and €22,134 DOE (pro-rated salary. Excellent working conditions. A commitment to the ongoing training and development of all employees. This job description is a guide to the general range of duties and is not intended to be either restrictive or definitive and may be subject to periodic review.

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