A premier care service provider in Galway is looking for a qualified nurse to provide support for individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism. The role involves working in a team environment to ensure a secure and inclusive setting while enabling participation in community and leisure activities. Essential requirements include a nursing qualification and experience in similar settings. This position offers flexible working hours, a supportive environment, and opportunities for professional growth. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Ability West provides a wide range of high-quality services to children and adults with intellectual disabilities and autism across Galway City and County. Services provided are day, residential, short breaks, community supports, rehabilitative training and multi-disciplinary supports. The ethos of service provision is underpinned by our Vision, Mission, Core Values and Strategic Plan, which is to empower people with disabilities to live self-directed lives in an equal and inclusive society. Each person is supported and valued within an environment which promotes their overall autonomy, health and wellbeing and enables them to reach their potential. Role We are looking for a qualified nurse who will be flexible and adapt to the needs of the individuals we support. Open to change and aims to provide a safe, secure environment where individuals will participate in community and leisure activities, make choices and enjoy a lifestyle that fulfils their potential and expectations with the opportunity for new experiences. If successful you will be required to work in a team environment with a person-centred philosophy, participate in person-centred planning, individual reviews, team meetings, attend and participate in training courses, and actively contribute to team based performance management. Essential Criteria Possession of a nursing or recognised nursing qualification e.g. R.N.I.D., R.G.N, S.R.N., R.P.N., including current registration with An Bord Altranais agus Cnaimhseachais na hEireann. Experience of working with people with an intellectual disability. Full current driving licence with access to your own vehicle is desirable. Excellent communication skills with the ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Flexibility and the capacity to embrace change in response to the identified needs of people we support. What We Are Offering A wide variety of on the job training with core training interventions like Studio III and medication training. Opportunity to work in a person-centred organisation and make a positive difference to people's lives and communities. A supportive and inclusive work environment where your ideas and input are valued. The opportunity to grow and develop professionally in this role through training and experience. Contributory pension scheme of 7%. Flexible benefits and above statutory minimum. Bike to Work Scheme. Four week rolling rosters to facilitate work life balance. Contracted Hours: 37 per week Closing Date for applications: 8th April 2026 INAW #J-18808-Ljbffr
EXCITING OPPORTUNITY to join our dedicated team, make a difference for the people we support to live their best life. Ability West provides a wide range of high-quality services to children and adults with intellectual disabilities and autism across Galway City and County. Services provided are day, residential, short breaks, community supports, rehabilitative training and multi-disciplinary supports. The ethos of service provision is underpinned by our Vision, Mission, Core Values and Strategic Plan, which is to empower people with disabilities to live self-directed lives in an equal and inclusive society. Each person is supported and valued within an environment which promotes their overall autonomy, health and wellbeing and enables them to reach their potential. The Role The Team Leaders/Social Care Worker will provide residential and respite care within a staff team for children and adults with an intellectual disability attending Ability West's services in accordance with Ability West policies, procedures and guidelines and the Ability West's Safety Statement. The following are an outline of the duties for Team Leaders/Social Care Worker. Work closely with both the Person in Charge and/or Assistant Director of Client Services with regard to planning and implementing the effective delivery of services. Support Person in Charge with the management of the annual budget, including staffing and all aspects of expenditure within the centre and be responsible for operating within approved budgets. Act as Person in Charge in the absence of Cluster Person in Charge as required. Support Person in Charge in Performance Management issues as they may arise. Support Person in Charge in ensuring all staff training records are up to date. Essential Criteria A professional degree (minimum level 7) in Applied Social Studies or relevant qualification. CORU Registration or in process of registration. Previous experience working with people with an intellectual disability or a similar field. Full current driving license with access to your own vehicle. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Strong problem-solving skills. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Motivated, energetic, and enthusiastic personality. An ability to advocate on behalf of people we support. What We Are Offering A wide variety of on the job training with core training interventions like Studio III and medication training. Opportunity to work in a person-centred organisation and make a positive difference to people's lives and communities. A supportive and inclusive work environment where your ideas and input are valued. The opportunity to grow and develop professionally in this role through training and experience. Permanent contracts. 22 days annual leave initially plus public holidays. Contributory pension scheme of 7%. Flexible benefits and above statutory minimum. Bike to Work Scheme. Four week rolling rosters to facilitate work life balance. INAW #J-18808-Ljbffr
A leading non-profit organization in Ireland is seeking a Team Leader/Social Care Worker to provide essential residential and respite care for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. The successful candidate will manage service delivery, support training, and advocate for individuals to enhance their quality of life. The role offers training opportunities, a supportive work environment, and benefits including annual leave and a contributory pension scheme. #J-18808-Ljbffr
