Programmes Facilitator

About the Role

Rehab Enterprises are seeking a Programmes Facilitator based at the Castlebar Resource Centre, County Mayo. The position supports independent living and community integration by facilitating educational, developmental, recreational, and occupational programmes tailored to individual service user needs and capabilities. The role requires developing and implementing programmes that enable clients to reach their full potential in suitable settings.

Inclusivity and Support

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and abilities and are committed to an accessible workplace, offering reasonable accommodations such as modified workstations, flexible hours, assistive technologies, and adjusted communication methods to ensure success throughout the application process and employment.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a key worker, guiding Person Centred Planning to identify goals and necessary supports for service users and maintaining records accordingly.
• Create and deliver person-centred programmes aligned with users’ goals and document progress.
• Facilitate individual and group access to community activities in accordance with service user needs and aspirations.
• Work independently as a lone worker while collaborating with team members, external agencies, and families to uphold high service standards.
• Adhere to all RehabCare policies, procedures, and administrative rules.
• Promote independence and community inclusion by engaging with local community personnel.
• Comply proactively with health and safety, hygiene, and housekeeping standards, ensuring client transport safety.
• Maintain respectful, professional interactions with service users and report concerns as necessary.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum QQI Level 5 in Social Care or an equivalent qualification.
• A third-level degree in Health & Social Care or related field is preferred.
• At least one year experience supporting adults with intellectual disabilities and individuals facing mental health challenges.
• Experience in facilitating and implementing person-centred plans, developing programmes addressing independent living skills and community integration, including lone working contexts aligned with New Directions.
• Familiarity supporting adults with Autism, Mental Health issues, physical disabilities, and non-verbal communication needs.
• Interest in services catering to mental health diagnoses.
• Knowledge and adherence to health, safety, and hygiene practices in service settings.
• Promotion of self-advocacy among service users.
• Possession of a full driving license with minimum two years' driving experience is desirable.
• Flexibility to occasionally work evenings to meet service needs.
• Experience supporting service users in obtaining work opportunities is advantageous.

Skills and Competencies

• Understanding of New Directions and community-based programmes.
• Strong IT proficiency and report-writing capabilities.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of intellectual disabilities and mental health conditions.
• Ability to build and sustain community networks and relationships with colleagues and external bodies.
• A track record of engaging service users and their families to ensure quality care.
• Maintaining professionalism, confidence, advocacy, and ethical boundaries.
• Capability to work independently and uphold quality management systems.
• Awareness and application of safeguarding policies for vulnerable adults.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary range starting from €33,217 to €35,925 (pro rata), dependent on experience and qualifications.
• Participation in company pension scheme.
• Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
• Educational leave options and financial support for study and study leave.
• 27 days annual leave entitlement.
• Bike to work and tax saver travel schemes.
• Income protection and unpaid leave alternatives.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Employee credit union and discount schemes.
• Access to digital healthcare resources and employee assistance programs.
• Long service reward and sick leave provisions.

Application Process

Applications must be submitted by 27th July 2026. The selection process generally includes application screening, interviews (in-person or virtual), and possible assessments. Early closure of applications may occur if sufficient qualified candidates apply.

Rehab Enterprises is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.