Job Details
Direct Support Worker/Health Care Assistant
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SÁNAS COMMUNITY SERVICES LIMITED
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Ref: #JOB-2444645
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Government Offices Wicklow, The Murrough, Wicklow, Co. Wicklow, A67 K039
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No of positions: 1
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Paid Position
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39 hours per week
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15.00 - 18.50 Euro Hourly
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Published On: 24 Apr 2026
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Closing On: 22 May 2026
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Sánas provides an alternative respite service for children and teenagers with intellectual disabilities and/or autism. Through our centre we provide a range of relaxing and engaging activities, as well as supporting engagement in local amenities. Job role: Sánas provides alternative respite support for children and young teenagers with an intellectual disability and/or autism. The centre operates an after school & weekend service during term time, and the centre is open every day during school holidays. Through our purpose-designed centres in Finglas, Balbriggan and Wicklow, we provide an environment that promotes a range of needs, from therapeutic and relaxation to stimulating and developmental. As well as on-site engagement, we also encourage the use of local indoor and outdoor community amenities. Our team of Direct Support Workers are overseen by Senior Direct Support Workers and Team Leads who follow carefully developed person-centred plans for each person in the service. We are hiring enthusiastic people who are passionate about developing the lives of children and teenagers in their community.
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Career Level
- Entry Level
Candidate Requirements
Essential- Minimum Experienced Required (Years): 0
- Minimum Qualification:Level 5 (incl Leaving Certificate/ Leaving Certificate Applied/ Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme)
- Languages: English C2-Master (Fluent)
- Ability Skills:Creativity, Personal/Social Care
- Competency Skills:Flexibility, Teamwork
- Specialising In:disability support studies
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