Community Connector Disabilty Services, North and South Dublin SEP100926
Date posted: 10 September 2026
Before you apply
This job opportunity is open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants.
Reference
SEP100926
Category
Health and Social Care Professionals
Grade
Social Care Worker 3029
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Section 39
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Important Information
The HSE is advertising this job on behalf of a publicly funded organisation. This job is not with the HSE. The terms and conditions of this job may be different from the HSE’s terms and conditions.
Health region
HSE Dublin and Midlands
County
- Kildare
- Dublin South
Location
North and South Dublin
Recruiter
WALK
Contract type
- Permanent Wholetime
Post specific related information
WALK is seeking applications for the role of Community Connector to join our Day Opportunities team in North 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.
Essential Criteria
Values and beliefs that are aligned with those of the Organisation
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
CORU Registration
Detailed Job Description attached.
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.
WALK is seeking applications for the role of Community Connector to join our Day Opportunities team in North 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.
Essential Criteria
Values and beliefs that are aligned with those of the Organisation
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
CORU Registration
Detailed Job Description can be found on our website - https://app.hbhr.io/job-application/external/b02f0a1d-ccb0ed22-9caa37be-c146f6e1
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.
Closing date
30/09/2026 23:59:00
Proposed interview date
2-3 weeks from date posted
Application details
https://www.walk.ie/Come-Work-With-Us
Informal enquiries
https://www.walk.ie/Come-Work-With-Us
External link
https://app.hbhr.io/job-application/external/b02f0a1d-ccb0ed22-9caa37be-c146f6e1