In 1961, Leonard Cheshire established Ireland’s first Cheshire service in Shillelagh, Co. Wicklow, supported by volunteers. Since then, additional services have been developed across the country. Initially, these services were supported by local voluntary management committees responsible for oversight and fundraising. Over time, Ireland's health and social care environment has evolved, increasing the need for formal governance and oversight. To reflect this, Cheshire Ireland has developed further.
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Skills and Attributes
* Full Manual Driving Licence
* A QQI Level 5 Healthcare Major Award or an equivalent care-related qualification
Description
Role: Care Support Workers
Contract Type: Permanent Part-Time
Contract Hours: 2x32 Hour Contracts
Cheshire Service: O’Dwyer Cheshire Services
Address: Lismirrane, Swinford, Co. Mayo F12 A335
We are seeking energetic and enthusiastic individuals to join our team for the above position. Candidates must be highly motivated, creative, and experienced, with a passion for engaging with the people we support daily.
About Cheshire Ireland
Cheshire Ireland provides quality services to adults with physical, sensory, and neurological disabilities at medium and high levels of need. More information can be found at https://www.cheshire.ie/
What We Do
We offer individualized supports to meet physical, psychological, and social care needs, fostering independence and promoting rights and well-being. Our services create a friendly, cooperative, and positive environment within busy residential and community settings. The right candidate will share our values and be passionate about making a positive difference.
How We Work
Our services are based on supporting people "one person at a time." As a team member, you will be committed to high-quality, rights-based, person-centered service delivery, embracing change and fostering continuous improvement.
What You Will Do
You will support individuals with all aspects of their daily lives according to their personal plans, helping them live their best lives. Establishing respectful, equitable relationships that promote independence is essential. Work must align with Cheshire Ireland’s values, ethos, and standards.
Who We Are Looking For
* Hold or be in the process of undertaking a minimum of QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support or a QQI Level 6 in Social Care, or possess a Nursing qualification.
* Experience supporting people with disabilities.
* Hold or be working towards a Full Manual Driving License and willing to drive for work.
* Desire for personal and professional development.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
* Eligibility to work in Ireland.
* Good standard of English (verbal and written).
* Computer literate; experience with online care management systems is an advantage.
* Personal integrity and trustworthiness.
* Willingness to embrace change and foster continuous improvement and learning.
* Committed to rights-based, person-centered principles.
* Candidates without qualifications but with experience may be hired if willing to undertake QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support within two years.
Why Work for Us
* Flexible working hours
* €15.91 to €18.49, depending on experience
* Premiums for unsocial hours
* Career development opportunities
* Induction and ongoing training via Cheshire Academy
* Free onsite parking
* Company pension scheme
* Maternity benefits
* Bike/Cycle to work scheme
* Employee assistance program
* Death in Service benefit for pension members
* Employee referral bonus
* Welcome packs
Closing Date: May 15th, 2025 @ 5 pm
Apply by clicking on the QR Code
Cheshire Ireland is an equal opportunity employer.
All successful candidates will be subject to Garda Vetting.
Meet the O' Dwyer Cheshire Services Team
Lismirrane, Bohola, Swinford, Co Mayo F12 A335
Residential living and Respite
5 apartments and 2 respite rooms
Landscaped gardens in a peaceful rural setting
5 long-term and 2 respite service users
O’Dwyer Cheshire Home opened in 1976, fulfilling the dream of the late Hon. Paul O’Dwyer, a U.S. activist and human rights campaigner, supported by the Bohola and Mayo communities.
Built on his family’s land with landscaped gardens, the home is near Bohola Village and towns like Kiltimagh and Swinford, about 25 km from Castlebar. It now features 5 apartments and 2 respite rooms.
Paid time off for vacation and sick days.
Cheshire Ireland is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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