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As a Programme Assistant/Driver you will also be expected to lead with the delivery of services to members engaging in personal and activation programmes in the Centre. The essential nature of the Centre is to provide a pathway for people with physical disabilities to full participation with the community.\n.\nLiaison\nClose liaison is required with Community Centre staff and members for the successful implementation of this position. Links will also be made with relevant voluntary and statutory agencies, families and friends of members.\nMain Duties and Responsibilities\nLead on the implementation of programme activities within the Community Centre, which will involve the following: implementing programmes daily from the participants’ choice, Complete all report writing on programme designs. Liaise and network with local resources i.e. colleges for implementing creative new programmes\nSupport Coordinator and Service Support Officer in creating and implementing fundraising initiatives\nAdministrative duties\nEncourage members to be actively involved in developmental, personal and activation programmes, that operate from the Centre, and to be actively involved in implementation of same\nAccompany and support participants on annual holidays, outings, socials and day trips as required by Service Coordinator/Service Support Officer\nPatient moving and handling; assist with personal care of participants where required\nActively ensure that standards and practices regarding health and safety are fully adhered to in all areas of activities\nTo comply with IWA's Parent and Ancillary Safety Statements and any legislative duties set out in current Health and Safety and Fire Safety Legislation\nEnsure that your responsibilities to safeguard children and adults from abuse or harm is a core aspect of your role and that IWA’s Safeguarding Policies and Procedures are adhered to.\nThe use of clamping, hoisting and lifting equipment are an essential part of this role\nRecord and report any hazards, accidents or potential incidents to the Service Coordinator/Service Support Officer\nTransport participants to and from the Centre daily, and also to and from other related community activities as required by the Service Coordinator/Service Support Officer\nEnsure that vehicles for which you are responsible are always in a roadworthy condition and make such arrangements as are necessary for the maintenance, cleanliness and repairs of such vehicles in consultation with Service Coordinator/Service Support Officer\nMentor staff and volunteers in all aspects relating to programme activities and transport safety\nMaintenance of the busses\nFlexibility and availability for out of hours service activities i.e. evenings and weekends\nCarry out any other duties and / or responsibilities which may be assigned to you from time to time\nPERSON SPECIFICATION\nTraining, Experience and Qualifications\nFull QQI level 5 in HealthCare Support or similar qualification is essential. QQI Major Awards that are deemed relevant to IWA are:\nCommunity & Health Services (to include minor components Safety & Health at Work and Care Provision & Practice)\nHealth Service Skills (to include minor components in Workplace Statutory Policies & Procedures and Care Skills and Care Support)\nHealth Care Support (to include minor components Safety & Health at Work and Care Skills and Care Support)\nA Full category B driving licence is a must and a D licence would be a distinct advantage\nKnowledge and Skills\nPrevious experience of developing and delivering projects or programmes\nPrevious experience of working with people with disabilities is required\nKnowledge and understanding of Health and Safety regulations, as well as transport safety and standards of use are essential\nBehaviours\nThe ability to lead a team and work on own initiative\nAn ability to build strong relationships at all levels and show confidence among the team\nStrong customer service focus\nBe of good 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