About this role
In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit. Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy. Donegal Centre for Independent Living (DCIL) is currently recruiting a Personal Assistant (PA) for our leaders within the Letterkenny area. Hours of work are variable and will depend on emergency service requirements, including the need to cover sickness absence and annual leave. Shifts may be offered on an ad-hoc basis, with no guarantee of a minimum number of hours. Our operations are based on the social model of disability, which emphasises that people with disabilities should not be defined by their impairments, but rather by the barrier’s society places in their way. The role Working to the agenda of the 'Leader', a Personal Assistant (PA) enables the person with the disability to make their own decisions and be in control of their own life. A PA undertakes a variety of tasks under the direction of the Leader, ranging from personal care, educational, workplace, family & social supports to household assistance etc. Benefits of the role Worklife Balance. Some weekend hours. Pay €16.69 per hour starting with increase in hourly rate with length of service Generous Sunday allowance and over time rates. An annual free medical health check. Travel allowance where applicable. Provided with free updated training. Flexibility with a leader / personal assistant led service. Regular employee reviews. Funded wellbeing services. Free fun events such as the annual garden party and Christmas events with prizes given. Long service awards. About you A positive attitude and respectful approach to supporting individuals with disabilities. QQI modules in Care Skills and Care of the Older Person (or be willing to complete these while working with us). Full, clean driving licence. Experience of providing personal care is desirable. Share DCIL’s passion to follow the social model of disability, which emphasises that people with disabilities should not be defined by their impairments, but rather by the barrier’s society places in their way. We require all employees to complete a Garda Vetting application before they start working with DCIL's Service Users. How to apply Send your CV to [email protected] or call the office on : 074 9128945 to receive an application form. For any queries regarding the role please contact the HR Manager Fiona Mullen at [email protected]