Job Overview
St. Raphael’s Centre, Youghal is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Care Assistant Intellectual Disability to join its Disability Services team in Cork. This permanent wholetime position with HSE South West offers the opportunity to support individuals with intellectual disabilities in achieving greater independence, dignity, and quality of life.
This Care Assistant Intellectual Disability Cork role is open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants and provides a rewarding career within a supportive multidisciplinary environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Support individuals with intellectual disabilities in daily living activities.
- Promote independence, dignity, and person-centred care practices.
- Assist with personal care, mobility, and community participation.
- Work collaboratively with nursing, healthcare, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Maintain accurate care records in line with HSE policies.
- Support service users in achieving personal and social development goals.
- Adhere to safeguarding, health and safety, and infection control procedures.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Relevant healthcare qualification (e.g., QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support or equivalent).
- Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities is desirable.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.
- Eligibility to work in Ireland.
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
- Salary aligned with HSE Care Assistant (Disability Services) Grade 6482 pay scale.
- Permanent Wholetime contract.
- Public sector pension scheme.
- Generous annual leave entitlement.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Supportive and inclusive working environment.
Location & Employer Information
This position is based at St. Raphael’s Centre, Youghal, County Cork, within the HSE South West region (Kerry and Cork). The centre provides specialist disability services focused on enhancing quality of life and supporting community inclusion.
The role forms part of the Health Service Executive’s Disability Services, delivering high standards of care across the region.
Application Details
To apply for this Care Assistant Intellectual Disability Cork position, please review all documentation carefully before submitting your application.
- Download and read the Job Specification.
- Download and review the Applicant Information Document.
- Complete the official Application Form.
- Apply online via: https://www.rezoomo.com/job/93500
For informal enquiries about the role, contact:
Susan Wall, Director of Services
Email: susan.wall@hse.ie
Tel: 087 2497824
For technical issues with the application process, contact: Nicole.Griffin@hse.ie
Last Day to Apply: 13 April 2026 at 12:00 PM
