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Personal Assistant

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    MO SHAOL MO THURAS COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE
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    Ref: #JOB-2403703
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    Termonfeckin, Co. Louth,
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    No of positions: 1
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    Paid Position
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    32 hours per week
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    30000.00 - 35000.00 Euro Annually
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    Published On: 22 Jul 2025
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    Closing On: 19 Aug 2025

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A part-time Personal Assistant / Support Person is required to work one-on-one with a young adult with a disability in Termonfeckin, Co. Louth.  This is a highly person-centred role, supporting daily living, personal care, and meaningful engagement in the home and community. The position focuses on relationship-building and supporting autonomy, inclusion, and wellbeing.

It is essential that the candidate:
•	Holds a degree in psychology with modules specifically relevant to autism and intellectual disabilities.
•	Holds a qualification in ABA training.
•	Has experience working with children/adults with autism.
•	Is comfortable around supporting a disabled individual with their personal care.
•	Proven ability to provide personal care with sensitivity and respect.
•	Works closely with a disabled individual and their family/circle of support.
•	Engages as a sole Personal Assistant/Support Person.
•	Experience assisting people with physical disabilities, including use of mobility aids
•	Flexibility and availability for varied schedules if required

Desirable experience and skills
•	Understanding of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS)
•	Familiarity with the UNCRPD and a rights-based approach to disability
•	Holds a full clean driving license. Will be required to drive members vehicle. 
•	Experience supporting community participation and inclusion.

Duties Include:
•	Support a disabled individual with Personal Care Needs, showering, dressing etc.
•	Meal preparation for and with a disabled individual.
•	Assisting a disabled individual to develop their communication skills.
•	Supporting a disabled individual by driving them to different things, events, places, activities.
•	Basic note writing, petty cash, receipts etc.
•	Liaising and working in partnership with a disabled individual’s family and circle of support.
•	Supporting a disabled individual to experience new things (life tasting) within the community.
•	Assist a disabled individual in navigating and processing sensory, social, and environmental aspects of the community, using strategies tailored to their needs.
•	Supporting a disabled individual and their Family to plan.
•	Work one to one with a disabled individual within their own home and within the community.
•	Attend team meetings.
•	Adhere to HSE safeguarding.

Personal Attributes:
•	Patient, empathetic, and compassionate
•	Reliable and trustworthy
•	Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
•	Respectful of personal autonomy and decision-making
•	Strong problem-solving ability and adaptability
•	Committed to continuous learning and personal development
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Career Level

  • Experienced [Non-Managerial]

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