Care Worker- Adult Services

Posted15 June 2026

Salary€30,942.78

LocationStreet

Job typePart Time

DisciplineHealth and Social Care

Reference018135

Job description

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

We Welcome All Backgrounds and Abilities!

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.

Please contact us at any stage. We will work with you to meet your needs.

Join Our Team and Make a Difference!

Care Worker- Ref 18135

Permanent Part-Time Contract 24 hours

Kilkenny Supported Accommodation

William Street, Co Kilkenny

Job Purpose

To provide a personal care service to individuals with Intellectual Disability and Mental Health Difficulties within a high support residential service setting, in an environment which values and respects the individual, fosters a positive behavioral support approach to supporting people with challenging behaviors and an environment that fosters community based living, personal development and social inclusion

What we’re looking for:

* Minimum of QQI Level 5 in Social Care, or equivalent

* To be able to work effectively in a team providing person centered support for service users.

* To be able to maintain the privacy and confidentiality of service users at all times.

* Full Clean Drivers Licence

Your Responsibilities

* Promote and actively get involved in teamwork, creating a nurturing and supportive environment for the service user.

* Facilitate and implement a person centered service appropriate to the needs, wishes and requirements of service users.

* Ensure that all interactions with service users are approached with dignity, respect and equality and incorporating choice

Closing Date: Monday, 29th June 2026

We offer a competitive starting salary of €15.26 to €17.40 per Hour (Points 1–5 of the salary scale), with placement based on your qualifications, skills, and relevant experience, plus Sleepover allowance and premium pay for bank Holiday and Sunday Shift**.**

Our salary scale consists of 12 incremental points, providing clear opportunities for annual salary progression, with earnings increasing each year up to a maximum of €21.14 per hour.

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

APPLY DIRECTLY: https://careers.rehab.ie/job/care-worker-adult-services-5936707