Day Services Facilitator (Monday-Friday)
Part-time, fixed term, casual and relief contracts available, 14-39 hours per week

Who we are:

Cali (Care and Learn Ireland) is an exciting new initiative which combines both a Day Service and formal Learning for young adults with a severe to profound intellectual disability www.cali.ie

The Job:

• Supporting the students in taking part in the Cali Centres’ Curriculum including QQI level 1 modules, life skills, cooking, budgeting, etc.
• Collaborate in the development of Individual Personal Plans to ensure the delivery of effective, high-quality services and in line with New Directions.
• Assist with all personal care needs and any other individual needs that may arise.
• Actively seek new interests and opportunities for our young adults to experience meaningful participation and roles in their community.
• Work as an integral part of the Cali Centres’ team actively participating in team meetings, service planning and reviews.
• Facilitate integration and implementation of MDT recommendations/plans into service delivery, while also supporting the young adults to follow the same.
• Maintain all records and individual plans as per Cali Centres’ policies.
• Escort the young adults on Cali/ Public transport (as required).

Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum of QQI level 6 in healthcare, social care, special needs assistant, care support, social studies, disability or equivalent.
• Experience in working with individuals who have severe to profound disabilities.
• Person-centred, young person first approach.
• Excellent communication, IT, report writing and planning skills.
• Flexibility and reliability.
• Knowledge of New Directions Regulations and National Standards for persons with disabilities is an advantage.
• Experience providing personal care.
• Experience in the administration of medications.
• Knowledge of Safeguarding and your role and responsibilities regarding same.
• Due to the nature of the role all applicants must be eligible to currently work in the Republic of Ireland and successfully complete the Garda Vetting Process.
• Proficiency/Experience in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC),
• Salary – Equivalent to HSE Consolidated Pay Scale – Salary will reflect experience and qualifications.

To apply: 

Please send C.V, cover letter and note the contract option you are applying for to info@cali.ie before 4pm on Friday 26th July.