Career And Employment Facilitator, Empowerability

Career and Employment Facilitator - EmpowerAbility

Fixed term contact until December 2028, part-time 27.3hrs per week (0.7 WTE).

This role is funded through the WorkAbility: Inclusive Pathways to Employment Programme. Co-funded through the government of Ireland, through the department of social protection, and the European Union.

The Career and Employment Facilitator will be responsible for creating, developing, and supporting adults in preparing for employment. S/he will build relationships with employers in creating opportunities for adults seeking work experience and employment.

This is an exciting opportunity to provide a tailored approach for individuals engaging in employment while supporting employers with information on disability and legislation.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Live our values of person centredness, respect, quality, collaboration, courage and stewardship in every aspect of their work
• Demonstrate behaviour consistent with the values of the CRC.

Applicants must demonstrate the following essential requirements.

• One year’s relevant experience working with people with disabilities or in a career/ training/ employment role
• Experience of networking, building, and maintaining professional relationships
• An awareness of Safeguarding Vulnerable Persons/Child Protection
• Experience in reaching targets and achieving results
• A relevant technical qualification: i.e. QQI Level 7 or above in social studies, management, education or a related discipline

Desirable requirements.

• A Certificate in Supported Employment would be desirable
• Experience creating opportunities for work placement or paid work with employers or other relevant community-based opportunities.
• Experience of supporting adults with transitions, long term targets and life goals
• Mentoring experience and or motivational role model skills

Flexibility to work evenings and weekends is essential as services are delivered in line with the needs of the individuals attending the programmes. Will require travel to all CRC Adult Services locations.

Full job specification attached.

Informal enquiries to Kristina Walshe, EmpowerAbility Co-ordinator, contact kwalshe@crc.ie

Department of Health Salary Scale, Senior Instructor/Supervisor, code 6425, salary €35,432 - €51,353 per annum applies (will be pro-rated for part-time - 0.7WTE). Applicants must demonstrate in their CV and supporting documentation how they meet the above criteria as short-listing will apply.

Applications should be submitted via the ‘Apply Now’ button, on or before Tuesday 11th November 2025

A panel may be created as part of this recruitment process.

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