Are you passionate about supporting people with intellectual disabilities to live full, meaningful and socially connected lives?
Cheeverstown is expanding its Alternative Respite Service and is seeking enthusiastic, energetic and person-centred individuals to join our growing team. This unique role focuses on supporting people to engage in social, recreational and community-based activities during evenings and weekends, helping them build friendships, develop skills and achieve their personal goals.
As part of the Alternative Respite Team, you will support adults with intellectual disabilities to access a wide range of community-based activities tailored to their interests and preferences.
This is not a traditional residential role. Instead, you will be supporting people to enjoy meaningful experiences within their local communities, develop social connections and increase independence through fun, engaging and person-centred activities.
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Bowling
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Cinema trips
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Swimming
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Hillwalking
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Museums and cultural events
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Coffee meet-ups and social outings
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Group activities and friendship-building opportunities
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Community events and local amenities
More about the role of Alternative respite Support worker
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Support individuals to participate in activities of their choice.
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Promote independence, confidence and social inclusion.
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Facilitate both individual and group activities.
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Support the development of friendships and social networks.
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Encourage community participation and active citizenship.
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Work in partnership with individuals, families and colleagues to achieve person-centred goals.
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Ensure the safety, wellbeing and dignity of the people you support.
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Passion for community inclusion and person-centred supports.
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Experience supporting adults with intellectual disabilities.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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QQI/FETAC Level 5 Major Award in Healthcare, Social Care or a relevant qualification appropriate to your grade.
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Self-motivated, enthusiastic and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
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Full clean driving licence.
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Experience facilitating social, recreational or community-based programmes.
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Knowledge of person-centred planning and New Directions principles.
