We are an independent voluntary organisation providing services and support for people with disabilities and their families for more than 70 years. Our work positively impacts the lives of over 12,000 people with disabilities, equipping them with the confidence, skills, and self-belief to achieve their expressed goals
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We are an inclusive employer and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including those with different abilities.
We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible work environment for all individuals. If you require any reasonable accommodations during the application process or once employed, please let us know. Examples of accommodations we can provide include modified workstations, flexible work hours, assistive technologies, or adjustments to communication methods during interviews or in the workplace. Our goal is to ensure that all candidates and employees have the support they need to succeed in their roles.
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Programme Facilitator
Permanent Contract, 30 hours
Thurles Resource Centre
Thurles Co Tipperary
Job Purpose
To promote and support independent living and community integration. To facilitate in the educational, developmental, recreational and occupational programmes and activities of the service, as appropriate. Programmes will be designed to match the service user’s needs and capabilities while allowing him/her to develop his/her full potential and will be implemented at an appropriate time and setting in order to give maximum support.
What we’re looking for:
§ . Minimum QQI Level 5 in Social Care, or equivalent.
§ Good knowledge of New Directions and community based programmes
§ Knowledge and understanding of intellectual disabilities and mental health issues.
§ 1 year minimum experience of working in a relevant Setting with the experience of facilitating and implementing person centred plans,
Your Responsibilities
§ To develop and deliver person centred programmes to meet the needs of service users as identified through Person Centred Planning and to maintain the required records
§ To be a key worker to service users in order to facilitate the Person Centred Planning process. To identify goals and supports required by individual service users and maintain records as required.
§ To support individuals and groups in accessing their community to meet identified needs by facilitating activities and programmes and any other reasonable duties as deemed appropriate by the Programmes Supervisor / Community Services Manager.
§ To observe all rules and regulations of the RehabCare services ensuring that all relevant Rehab Group administrative rules, regulations policies and procedures are adhered to at all times
Closing Date: Tuesday, 2nd September 2025
Salary starting from point 1 € 30,915.76 to point 5 € 32,518.28 (pro rata) and is subject to negotiation depending on experience and qualification.
What we Offer:
- Company Pension Scheme
- Paid maternity/paternity/adoption leave * Educational leave
- 27 days annual leave * Bike to work scheme
- Tax saver travel scheme * Income protection
- Unpaid leave * Health and Wellbeing programme
- Company credit union scheme * Employee discount scheme
- Digital Doctor * Financial support for studying and study leave
- Long Service Reward Scheme * Sick leave
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
To view the full extensive job description please, click apply to visit our company site and download the attachment at the bottom of the page.
These duties and responsibilities are a reflection of the present service requirements and may be subject to review and amendment to meet the changing needs of the services.
The Rehab Group is an equal-opportunity employer
Job Description