Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives?
We're looking for a compassionate and dedicated Residential Rehabilitation Assistant to join our dynamic team in our Lisrath, Drogheda, Co. Louth Service, where person-centred care is at the heart of everything we do.
About the Role:
As a Residential Rehabilitation Assistant, you will play a key part in supporting adults with an acquired brain injury to live with greater independence, confidence, and autonomy. Working as part of a dedicated interdisciplinary team, you will help persons served build daily living skills, engage in meaningful activities, and work toward their personal rehabilitation goals. This role is a hands-on, varied, and deeply rewarding every day you will contribute to creating a safe, supportive, person-centred environment where individuals are empowered to make choices and participate fully in their community.
The contracts available are:
- Specified Prupose, Full-time, 39 hours
- Relief contracts
The salary range will be 31,550 - 45,381 depending on experience. This will be pro-rated based on working 39 hours.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Build respectful, trusting relationships and offer consistent support
- Help create and guide personalised rehabilitation plans
- Encourage independence through daily living skills, personal care, and goal-focused activities
- Work closely with the team, attend meetings, and keep progress updated on IPlanit
- Adhere to professional standards, policies, and procedures
- Assist persons served with budgeting, money management and disability benefits where applicable in line with Organisational policy
- Maintain safe, secure, and healthy work environment
- For a more detailed list of role duties, please review the attached job specification
Who We're Looking For:
We are seeking a compassionate support professional who believes in the rights, dignity, and potential of every person. You will bring empathy, patience, and a genuine commitment to person-centred practice. The ideal candidate is proactive, reliable, and comfortable working broth independently and as part of a collaborative team. If you value meaningful connections, empower others to lead fulfilling lives, and want to be part of a supportive team - this could be the perfect role for you.
Must Haves:
- Relevant Health or Social Care qualification to a QQI Level 5 or higher
- Full driving licence
- Person-centred values
- Strong communication skills - be able to engage compassionately, clearly and confidently in spoken and written English
- Confident using basic IT systems to stay connected and organised
Great to Have:
- Experience in Residential or Community settings
- Background in Disability or Illness support
Why Join Us?
- Making a Real Impact -Be part of a mission-driven team passionately advocating for supporting people impacted by brain injury to rebuild their lives with dignity
- Grow with Us -Access tailored induction and specialist training, plus meaningful career development opportunities to help you reach your potential
- Feel Valued -Enjoy long service awards, premium pay (where applicable), paid maternity leave, and a supportive culture that celebrates your contribution
- Work-Life Balance Matters -Flexible working options and wellbeing initiatives empower you to live fully- at work and beyond
- Financial Security & Perks -Competitive salary, defined contribution pension scheme (for eligible employees), free life cover, and access to the Health Care Staff Credit Union
- Support When You Need It -Benefit from the Employee Assistance Programme, revenue-approved mileage rates, and the Bike to Work Scheme
If youre ready to step into a role that balances professional impact with personal purpose, wed love to hear from you.
You're welcome to get in touch with informal queries by emailing the Hiring Manager.
Local Service Manager -Conor Gonnelly - [email protected] - 0861283943
Please apply by 29th July 2026, 5:00 PM
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