WALK is seeking applications for the role of Community Connector to join our Day Opportunities team in Swords and South Dublin.

The Community Connector will play an active role in the on-going development of person-centred practice and thinking within WALK and will be responsible for the day-to-day supports of individuals who use our service. Community Connectors are an integral part of the organization's efforts to ensure people supported have the best possible life.

General Role Outline:

The purpose of this role is to provide support to people taking part in WALK’s Day support services to enable them to build a lifestyle and live their life as part of their chosen community. The roles are based on clear principles of supporting people to make and exercise choice and marks an innovative and forward-looking departure from the traditional Day Services models.

The successful candidate will be an essential component of a support team. This team will be focused on delivering key outcomes for individuals specifically in the areas of employment, education/training and personal development.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Third level qualification in Social Care or a related field.
• Values and beliefs that are aligned with those of the Organisation
• Two years’ experience working with people with disabilities/social care sector and of assisting individuals to achieve valued social roles
• Ability to develop positive relationships with people whose behaviour can challenge.
• Flexibility is essential to adapt your approach to meet individual service user needs.
• Be highly organised and enthusiastic with a hands on, professional approach.
• Uses good interpersonal and communication skills to influence and inspire others, build constructive relationships and achieve outcomes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Be motivated, resilient and patient.
• Ability to work flexibly as a member of a team.
• Good administration and IT skills

Detailed Job description attached.Community Connector job description

If you do not meet all the requirements listed, but feel you have other relevant experience that would make you suited to the role, please still apply and highlight this in your cv or cover letter.

How to apply:

To apply for the role please send a copy of your CV to recruitment@walk.ie by 11/10/2024 with “Community Connector” in the subject line of your email, also mention the location you are applying for (Swords or South Dublin).

WALK are leaders in a movement for change, empowering people with disabilities to live self-determined lives in an equal and inclusive society.

Our vision is an inclusive society where communities value and treat all people as equal citizens.

WALK is a section 39 community-based provider of supports for people with intellectual disability. Based in Dublin, Kildare and Louth, our main supports are in the areas of living accommodation, employment, career development, education, and training.

We are currently recruiting for a Payroll Officer/Accounts Assistant, to join our finance team.

Payroll Officer/Accounts Assistant will be responsible for leading the payroll process, accounts payable, preparing monthly bank reconciliations, coordination of petty cash and providing assistance to the Financial Controller as required with month end and year end processes.

Education and qualification:

• IATI or similar qualification, IPASS qualified.

Eligibility criteria

• Experience in a similar role.
• Self-starter with ability to take ownership and responsibility
• Experience of using payroll software. Experience of MegaPay software desirable but not essential.
• Experience of using SAGE accounting software.
• Good people and communication skills
• Ability to work to deadlines and multitask
• Excellent IT skills including experience of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook

Please see job description for full details. Payroll officer and accounts assistant 2024

To apply, please send your CV with “Payroll Officer/Accounts Assistant” in the subject line to recruitment@walk.ie by 18/10/2024.

We hire on an ongoing basis for our Relief Panel.  

Full job description attached 2024 SLS Relief Support Staff Job Description

Hourly rate depends on qualifications and experience. 

Full drivers license is essential for this position. 

If you would like to apply, send a CV and cover letter clearly stating ‘Relief Panel Application’ to recruitment@walk.ie