Support Worker, Tralee Residential Services (23.5 hrs per week) Night Duty in Tralee

About the Role

Kerry Parents and Friends Association is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to work night duty (23.5 hours per week) at Tralee Residential Services. The role focuses on empowering adults with intellectual disabilities by planning and setting meaningful goals across personal, social, recreational, academic, independent living, community integration, training, and supported employment needs.

The Support Worker will:

• Guide and support individuals to achieve their aspirations and greater independence.
• Advocate for inclusion and active participation in the community.
• Work within a person-centred framework, prioritising each individual’s choices and needs.
• Collaborate with internal and external services, and build strong relationships with families.
• Maintain accurate records, complete reports, and ensure documentation meets required standards.
• Provide physical, emotional, psychological, and healthcare support while promoting dignity, respect, and personal autonomy.
• Facilitate life skills development through hobbies, interests, and activities, teaching skills such as budgeting, cooking, communication, and time management.
• Work alongside healthcare professionals to deliver care to the highest standard and create responsive care plans.

Requirements

Essential criteria:

• QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support. Equivalent qualifications will be considered with a minimum of 1 year’s relevant experience working with adults with an intellectual disability.
• Applications will also be considered from candidates who have successfully completed at least 1 year of their Nursing or Social Care degree.
• A passion for promoting and empowering those you support.
• Strong understanding of HIQA regulations, the Disability Act 2005, Health & Safety legislation, and Data Protection/GDPR compliance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to document and report accurately and professionally.
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and document daily activities and individualised care plans.
• Ability to maintain accurate digital records and complete reports in compliance with GDPR.
• Strong time management skills to balance multiple responsibilities.
• Deep understanding of rights-based and person-centred approaches to support and advocacy.
• Full driver’s licence, proven driving experience, and willingness to drive Association vehicles. Applicants must ensure their vehicle is roadworthy and covered by valid business insurance (or be willing to obtain it).
• Necessary authorisation to work in Ireland.

Highly desirable criteria:

• Experience of working in a care delivery capacity, preferably within a disability service.
• Experience of liaising with statutory and other voluntary agencies.
• Familiarity with basic IT skills for reporting, record keeping, and communication.

Details

• Employer: Kerry Parents and Friends Association
• Location: Tralee Residential Services, Tralee, County Kerry
• Contract Type: Permanent, Part-time (23.5 hours per week)
• Salary: €33,194–€46,066 per year
• Closing Date: 25 November 2026 at 5:00 PM
• Employee Benefits: Sick Pay Scheme, Paid Maternity Leave, Flexible Working, Employee Assistance Programme, Pension Scheme, Parking (site dependent), Generous Annual Leave, Access to Income Continuance Scheme, Discounted Health Insurance, and Access to training.
• Note: A panel may be formed for future vacancies up to 30 June 2027.

How to Apply

To apply, submit your CV independently, accurately reflecting your experience, skills, and competencies. The use of AI or automated tools to complete any part is not permitted.

For enquiries, contact Kerry Parents and Friends Association.

Canvassing will result in automatic disqualification.

Kerry Parents and Friends Association is an equal opportunities employer.