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Our Company
Ability West was founded 62 years ago, by families who wanted better support for their children. The organisation provides a wide range of disability support services to people with complex intellectual, physical and multiple disabilities. Over 600 adults and children avail of our services. Our organisation operates more than 60 centres located across Galway City and County.
Your new role
At Ability West, no matter the position you're applying for, you'll be contributing to an organisation that makes a positive difference in the lives of individuals with intellectual disabilities, as well as supporting their families and caregivers.
We currently have several open positions available:
Persons In Charge – You will have prior experience in a similar role, where you have overseen the development of person-centred programs that align with the goals and needs of the individuals we support. You will be responsible for managing and supervising staff, ensuring that professional work practices are maintained, and fostering a supportive environment where staff are developed, motivated, and encouraged to reach their full potential.
Care Assistants – This role is essential in supporting the well-being of individuals in your service, helping them to build self-esteem and celebrate their uniqueness. You will work alongside the staff team to foster the development of positive interpersonal relationships throughout the service.
Social Care Workers/Team Leads – As a key worker for the individuals you support, you will play a vital role within the team and be encouraged to supervise and lead in the absence of the Person In Charge. You will have the ability to create person-centred plans that empower those you support to live their best lives.
Instructors – As an instructor in one of our Day Services, you will deliver educational and training programs for individuals with intellectual disabilities. You will design and implement activities across various areas, including arts, crafts, social skills, woodwork, cookery, horticulture, and independent living skills. Your work will ensure that each person’s support plan aligns with the New Directions initiatives. Additionally, you will participate in community activities, helping individuals integrate into the community and live their best lives.
What you'll need to succeed
You are committed to making a difference and are passionate about improving the quality of life for the individuals you support. Driven by enthusiasm, you will advocate for positive change in the disability sector. With excellent interpersonal and communication skills, you can work both independently and as part of a team. You possess strong problem-solving abilities and hold a full driving licence.
What you'll get in return
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a great organization in Galway. You will be part of a supportive environment where we provide the necessary training and development to help you succeed in your new role. We prioritise work-life balance, offering generous leave, maternity and paternity benefits, and flexible four-week rolling rosters. There are also excellent opportunities for career progression. Additionally, you will be automatically enrolled in our pension scheme and have access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
What you need to do now
If you're interested any of the above roles, you can forward a copy of your CV to recruitment@abilitywest.ie You can use the contact form here on our website should you want one of the HR team to call you for a confidential chat or apply online below.
It’s all about supporting people to live their best life and it starts with you!
A LITTLE BIT ABOUT US…
Our Human Resources team is committed to supporting the organisation in achieving its mission, committed to building capacity for change and committed to providing the highest level of service to our staff and leaders to ensure the people we support live their best lives.
Join our team and make a difference supporting people with intellectual disabilities and their families. We deliver the best person-centred care for the people we support. Operating a total of 60 centres across Galway City and County. These services are provided across a range of Day Care, Residential and Respite facilities.
Ability West currently employs circa 630 professional; passionate and dedicated staff with a wide range of different skills, experience and backgrounds, working in diverse teams who strive to provide the best possible care and service to the people we support.
We support our employees continual professional development, through internal and external training opportunities. The organisation provides generous staff benefits and is committed to the health and wellbeing of our staff.
Our staff teams are our greatest asset, and we appreciate and acknowledge each staff member’s commitment and dedication.
read some of our staff testimonials here
You can apply for any of the roles listed below by clicking on the appropriate link. When you click on apply you will have to enter your personal details and then upload your CV.
apply here!
In relation to student placements, please contact the Human Resources Department directly at recruitment@abilitywest.ie.