Programme Supervisor

About Us

Rehab Enterprises is a longstanding independent voluntary organization dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities and their families for over 70 years. Our impactful services reach more than 12,000 people with disabilities, fostering confidence, skills, and self-belief to help them achieve their goals.

We embrace diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and abilities. Our work environment is designed to be accessible and supportive; reasonable accommodations such as modified workstations, flexible hours, assistive technologies, and communication adjustments are available throughout the hiring and employment process.

Role Purpose

The Programme Supervisor will promote and facilitate independent living, community integration, personal growth, and employment opportunities for service users. This position is based at the Bantry Physical & Sensory Resource Centre in County Cork. The supervisor will oversee staff and support the Manager in developing and delivering customer-focused, cost-effective community services. This includes facilitating individualized programs and activities aligned with HSE New Directions policy and guidelines. Travel within Galway city and county may be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain trusting relationships with service users to identify their goals, strengths, and needs.
• Provide accessible information about community supports, ensuring that all activities and supports are monitored and paced appropriately for sustainability.
• Advocate on behalf of service users and promote their self-advocacy in interactions with families, the HSE, and community groups.
• Supervise staff and assist in the development and implementation of high-quality, customer-focused services.
• Manage challenging behaviors effectively to support service users.

Qualifications and Experience

• Third-level graduate qualification in health and social care or an equivalent field.
• At least two years’ experience working with adults with disabilities.
• Strong people management capabilities, including demonstrated experience in leading and motivating teams.
• Competence in managing behaviors that may cause concern.

Additional Information

The position is a Specific Purpose Contract for 39 hours per week based in Bantry, Co. Cork. Salary ranges from €39,903.36 (starting point) to €57,310.33 (point 16), pro-rated and negotiable based on experience and qualifications. The closing date for applications is Friday, 18th September 2025.

Benefits

• Company pension scheme
• Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Educational leave and financial aid for studying
• 27 days of annual leave
• Bike to work and tax saver travel schemes
• Income protection and sick leave
• Unpaid leave options
• Health and wellbeing programs including Digital Doctor
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Long service reward scheme

Equal Opportunity Employer

Rehab Enterprises is committed to equal opportunities and regularly reviews role requirements to adapt to service needs.