CDNT Therapy Assistant

at  KARE

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
Eligible to work in Ireland
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
ESDA.ie and local Employee Discounts
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 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.

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