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Find out more about the exciting opportunities we have on offer within the publicly funded health Disability Service by taking part in our Virtual Career Day all you need is an internet connection and a mobile, tablet or computer device.
As part of the event you will get a greater insight into the publicly funded health Disability Service, types of roles on offer as well as the benefits and support available when working within health and social care.
All of our content will be available to view online for up to 30 days after the event, so don’t worry if you can’t make it. Register now for access to the event.
The career day will be held on the vFairs platform, which has a range of interactive functions. To find out more and what to expect on the day watch this video.
Disability Services, within Ireland are committed to providing high-quality, person-centered support that truly makes a difference in people’s lives. By working with us, you have the unique opportunity to build a meaningful career, helping people with disabilities to lead more independent and fulfilling lives.
In Ireland, the publicly funded health service provides and funds a wide range of services for people with disabilities and their carers, ensuring access to essential supports for a better quality of life. These services include basic health services, assessment, rehabilitation, income maintenance, community care, residential care, respite, home care, and daycare.
While some services are delivered directly by the Health Service Executive (HSE), many community, residential, and rehabilitative training services are offered by voluntary organisations that receive grant aid from the HSE. This collaboration ensures comprehensive support for individuals with disabilities across Ireland, building better, more accessible services that empower people with disabilities to live their lives to the fullest.
These services include:
We provide services to people with physical, sensory, intellectual disabilities, and autism, including:
Few careers offer as much personal reward as a role in Disability Services. When you join our team, you get the opportunity to:
Build Meaningful Relationships – Working closely with clients over time, you’ll form strong bonds with them and their families or carers, allowing you to witness the impact your work is having on their life and the progress they are making first hand.
Work in an Interdisciplinary Team – Team-working is very much part of the culture in Disability Services and you will work with a wide range of other disciplines to provide holistic, person-centred care plans. And as part of a team, you will not be left isolated in your role. You will be well supported by the team, with collaboration around decision-making and the chance to learn from the experience of others.
Feel a Deep Sense of Reward – You’ll play an essential role in helping people with disabilities develop skills, make decisions, and achieve their potential to live as independently as possible.
Our services span a wide variety of settings and roles, offering numerous opportunities for career growth and development. Whether you're interested in clinical care, therapy, or support work, there’s a place for you in Disability Services.
Roles include:
You’ll work with service users of all ages, from infants to older adults, across various care settings including residential, community, respite, rehabilitation centres, personal homes, and schools. This diversity ensures that you are constantly learning and growing your expertise.
Additionally, we offer excellent opportunities for career progression, ongoing training, and Continuing Professional Development (CPD). Plus, you’ll enjoy the benefits of flexible working conditions, competitive salaries, attractive pensions, and a comprehensive staff wellbeing program.
Start making a real difference in people’s lives today by joining our team at Disability Services.
