Community Support Worker

Role overview

CRC Adult Day Services is recruiting Community Support Workers for specified-purpose contracts across part-time and full-time arrangements (0.93 WTE and 1 WTE). The post is based in Dublin and is delivered onsite within adult day services.

This is a person-centred social care role supporting adults with complex needs to pursue meaningful, self-directed lives. The work is varied and community-focused, with a strong emphasis on individual goals, inclusion, and everyday participation.

Working pattern

Full-time hours are 39 per week. Part-time hours are generally 36.25 per week. Services operate Monday to Sunday between 8:00 am and 8:00 pm, so evening and weekend availability is required.

What the role involves

• Placing the needs and choices of the adults supported at the centre of service delivery
• Supporting the creation and delivery of person-centred plans in line with HSE New Directions
• Designing and running individual and group activities that reflect each person’s preferences
• Acting as a key worker for adults with disabilities, including those with complex needs
• Transporting adults to and from services and community activities using designated CRC transport
• Helping adults participate actively in their communities and live in ways they choose
• Connecting adults with external services, agencies, and local community organisations
• Identifying and developing new opportunities, activities, and experiences in the community
• Providing personal care and support where needed, including support for significant feeding and swallowing difficulties and suctioning
• Maintaining accurate administrative records
• Supporting funding applications under the direction of the line manager

Essential qualifications and experience

Applicants should hold a Social Studies qualification or another relevant qualification, such as QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support, and must also have at least 6 months’ experience supporting adults with disabilities, including responsibility for all aspects of personal care.

A full manual driving licence valid in the state is required. Candidates must also have a working understanding of New Directions, safeguarding principles and safeguarding policies, and experience as a key worker for adults with disabilities.

Desired strengths

• Ability to plan meaningful days with adults and the people who support them, aligned to personal aspirations
• Confidence working independently when needed
• Experience supporting feeding and swallowing difficulties, including suctioning and enteral feeding, with training available
• Experience administering medication, with training available
• Comfort using Microsoft Office tools

Required award(s)

The successful candidate must hold a full award in at least one of the following qualifications: Intellectual Disability Practice (5M1761), Community Health Services (5M4468), Health Service Skills (5M3782), Healthcare Support (5M4339), Community Care (5M2786), or Nursing Studies (5M4349).

Benefits

• Training support
• 26 days of annual leave each year
• Incremental public-sector pay scale
• Group health insurance
• Access to further education funding through the CRC Higher Education Fund
• Bike to work scheme
• Public sector pension
• Career development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program

Additional information

The role is part of a wider move toward a more individualised and person-centred service model. CRC is seeking compassionate, proactive team members who value inclusion, rights, and community participation.

Applicants must have the right to work in Ireland at the time of application. Sponsorship is available for these roles. Shortlisting will apply, and candidates must clearly show in their CV and supporting documents how they meet the stated criteria.

Informal enquiries may be directed to Lisa Keegan, Adult Services Manager, at 018542335 or [email protected].

The salary is aligned to the Department of Health pay scale for Healthcare Assistant (code 6075), ranging from €36,651 to €45,939. Candidates without prior public sector experience will begin at Point 1 of the scale.

A panel will be formed for future Adult Services vacancies. This post remains subject to HSE approval. The application deadline is Sunday, 19 July 2026.

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Who this role suits

This opportunity is for a values-led professional who is committed to empowerment, collaboration, and high-quality support for adults with disabilities. It will suit someone who can work across services and settings, communicate well, and contribute positively to service development.