Cheeverstown is seeking an enthusiastic, creative and motivated Recreational Co-Ordinator to join our team. This exciting role will support adults with intellectual disabilities to access meaningful opportunities, build relationships, participate in their communities, and enjoy fulfilling social, recreational and leisure experiences.
Working across Respite and New Directions Services, you will play a key role in developing person-centred programmes that promote inclusion, independence, active citizenship, human rights, and community participation.
As Recreational Co-Ordinator, you will lead and coordinate engaging activities and opportunities that reflect the interests, goals and aspirations of the people we support. You will work closely with individuals, families, multidisciplinary teams and community organisations to ensure meaningful participation and positive outcomes.
This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about social inclusion, advocacy, community development, sport, recreation and person-centred practice.
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Develop and coordinate meaningful recreational, social and community-based activities.
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Promote choice, independence and active participation.
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Support individuals to achieve personal goals and develop new skills.
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Actively advocate for the rights and inclusion of people supported by Cheeverstown.
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Build strong relationships with families, community groups and local organisations.
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Facilitate access to local community activities and events.
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Coordinate social groups, friendship networks and community-based opportunities.
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Support participation in Special Olympics training and competitions.
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Develop partnerships within local communities through networking and collaboration.
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Identify opportunities to enhance social inclusion and community participation.
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Assist with planning and developing innovative recreational programmes.
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Complete assessments and gather information to ensure supports are tailored to individual needs.
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Work collaboratively with Respite and New Directions teams.
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Support service development initiatives and partnership opportunities.
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Relevant qualification in Social Care, Health Care, Community Development, Recreation, Disability Studies or a related discipline.
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Minimum 2 years' experience supporting people with intellectual disabilities.
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Experience working collaboratively with individuals, families and multidisciplinary teams.
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Strong organisational, planning and coordination skills.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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Ability to work independently and use initiative.
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Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
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Full clean driving licence.
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Commitment to person-centred practice, human rights and community inclusion.
Desirable
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Experience coordinating community programmes, sports, social activities or events.
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Knowledge of New Directions and person-centred planning.
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Experience supporting Special Olympics or similar recreational initiatives.
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Experience in advocacy and community networking.
