Care Support Facilitator
- Ireland
- €30,000-45,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Develop individualised support plans that respond to needs and promote wellbeing.
- Act as the main link between health, housing, social care, and community services to ensure smooth coordination of support.
- Carry out assessments to identify risks, challenges, and strengths, and review support plans regularly to keep them up to date.
- Track outcomes and performance measures, ensuring services are reaching and positively impacting those who need them.
- Advocate for adults and work with partners to address challenges effectively.
- Encourage teamwork across providers and agencies to deliver joined-up care.
- Communicate with healthcare professionals (e.g. GPs, consultants, community health teams) when concerns arise.
- Keep accurate records and reports using the organisation's information systems.
- Oversee the rollout and use of technology that enhances safety, independence, and quality of life.
- Uphold health and safety standards, including risk checks and emergency procedures.
- Respond appropriately to urgent or unexpected situations in line with organisational policies.
- Undertake any other relevant tasks to support the smooth running of the service.
- Training in Manual Handling, Patient Handling, or First Aid would be an advantage.
- At least 1-2 years' experience in a role providing direct support or care.
- A qualification in social care/community development is desirable but not essential.
- Genuine enthusiasm for working with adults and supporting independent living.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
- Strong interpersonal skills, with confidence working alongside multiple stakeholders.
- Problem-solving ability and adaptability to meet changing needs.
- Solid administrative and organisational skills, including the ability to keep accurate notes and reports.
- Comfortable using IT systems, ideally with experience of case management software.