“Enabling people with an intellectual disability to have full and meaningful lives through quality person centred services in partnership with families”
We welcome applicants who share our goals, mission and vision of delivering excellence in Person Centred care. Cheeverstown advocates for a rights-based and responsive service, which empowers people with intellectual disabilities to live a full and meaningful life. If you have a ‘can-do’ approach; are an effective communicator, and have a caring attitude, please consider joining our dedicated team in providing support to individuals with intellectual disabilities so they can achieve their full potential and live independently. Cheeverstown is looking for staff with a “can-do” attitude, who are committed to supporting adults with intellectual disabilities to live independently,become active members of their local community and achieve their goals. Career Progression and significant Development & Learning opportunities are afforded, and we have a variety of benefits on offer; such as: Car Parking, Credit Union, Cycle to Work Scheme, Health Scheme, Long Service Awards, Pension Scheme, Sick Pay Scheme, Subsidised Restaurant. Cheeverstown is an Equal Opportunities Employer. If you have a query about Recruitment, please email Cheeverstown’s HR at: hr@cheeverstown.ie
We are inviting applicants for Staff Nurses & Support Workers.
With the changing model and rapid expansion of our services into community based Supported Living we are now building our team to include the above roles. The successful candidate must be professional, self-motivated, work well as a member of the team, shows initiative, flexible in working location/hours and adaptable to change. In line with the strategic priorities and values of Cheeverstown, the Service User is placed at the centre of our circle of supports.
The Respite Team Manager will have responsibility for providing a suite of Respite Services (adults & children), and the quality of support provided. The Respite Team Manager is the direct manager of the respite team.
The post holder will demonstrate a clear commitment to community integration and active citizenship for all people with disabilities and work closely with the person and families to ensure a person-centred service.
Cheeverstown community based Respite Services include or plans to include;
Overnight respite in Community Respite homes
Recreation / respite activities in the evenings or weekend days
Weekend’s away/midweek holiday breaks
Development of home sharing options for families
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As a leader within the organisation, the Respite Service Manager demonstrates an excellent ability to work with people, to inspire confidence and influence others; and places high importance on maintaining good communication with people who are important in the lives of those supported by Cheeverstown Service.
The post holder will provide and model, strong leadership through the development of effective engagement and communication with stakeholders.
The Community Inclusion Coach will provide supports within the framework of New Directions, an outcomes-based individualised approach to services for people with intellectual disabilities. The purpose of the role is to support people to access a wide-range of community-based services and opportunities to meet their needs, interests and desires.
Support Worker
New Directions (Day Supports)
A number of Permanent and Specified Purpose Contracts are available at full-time and part-time hours (39/19.5 hours per week)
