Cdnt Therapy Assistant

CDNT Therapy Assistant

Permanent Contract - 39 hours per week

Location: Kildare Town and Athy, Co. Kildare

Therapy Assistant Salary Scale: €34,434 to max €38,813 DOE

In line with the HSE National Programme for Progressing Disability Services, Kare is the Lead Agency for the provision of supports across South Kildare West Wicklow. The successful candidate will join an established Interdisciplinary CDNT, providing quality, evidenced based and family-centred supports for children and young people aged 0-18 years, who present with complex needs within an interdisciplinary framework, to support their development to enable active participation in community life.

This role includes clinical and administrative duties that support the CDNT team in providing a high-quality service to users.

Responsibilities

Follow plans as determined and delegated by a Therapist and collaborate with the child/young person

Carry out duties related to the planning, organisation and maintenance of Therapy programmes

Liaise with other staff and agencies in the provision of therapeutic programmes

Prepare resources for assessment / intervention for clinic appointments, home visits and group interventions

Work directly with child/young person under the direction of the Therapist

Carry out the administrative and clerical duties required to support the CDNT team

Requirements

Study towards a relevant Therapy degree or a minimum qualification of QQI Level 5 Major Award in Health Service Skills

Experience supporting children/young people with disabilities/complex needs is desirable

Excellent communication skills

Demonstrate effective time management

Good administration skills

Own transport and a Full, Clean Drivers Licence

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave (subject to service)

Rewarding work with flexible hours

Employee Assistance Programme

Contributory Pension Plan

Optional Salary Protection Plan

Personal Development, Professional Growth and Career Progression

A detailed Job Description is available on request. Informal enquires to Catherine Byrne on 045 908644. Salary is paid in accordance with the Department of Health Consolidated Salary Scales. The successful candidate will be required to provide satisfactory references and Garda Vetting and overseas police vetting, where applicable.

How to Apply

Please submit your current CV and cover letter, outlining your suitability for the role. Closing date for applications is 12th December 2024.

About Kare

Kare is an innovative and progressive voluntary organisation, committed to providing an individualised service based on best practice to over 400 children and adults with intellectual disabilities and their families. Since 1967 Kare has developed and grown to provide a full range of high-quality services in Mid/South Kildare, East Offaly, and West Wicklow. Kare is an Equal Opportunities Employer committed to staff training and development. Our Values: Respect, Rights, Collaboration, Quality, Person Centred

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