Communication Support Workers
2 part-time roles Dublin 9 and Dublin 10 The Anne Sullivan Foundation is looking to recruit two Communication Support Workers with fluent ISL for a male client who is deafblind, living in the Dublin 9 area (preference for a male Support worker) and for a female client living in the Dublin 10 area (preference for… Continue reading Communication Support Workers
Hackathon in UCD
On 20th September we were delighted to work alongside UCD and some of our deafblind clients in another Hackathon. This follows on from the first Hackathon in June. It was great to have PhD students from different backgrounds brainstorming solutions to issues the deafblind community in Ireland may face. The 20th of September also happens… Continue reading Hackathon in UCD
Recognise UNCRPD 10 years on
Ten years ago today, Laura from the Anne Sullivan Centre and Carol (who since co-founded Usher Syndrome Ireland), alongside other professionals, spoke to the Joint Committee on Health and Children about the urgent need to recognise deafblindness as a unique disability in Ireland. The Committee unanimously agreed. They supported recognition in line with the UN… Continue reading Recognise UNCRPD 10 years on
Donate a Book: Help Us Share the Message of “Just See Me, Seeing Beyond Difference”
We are proud to introduce the Donate a Book initiative, inspired by “Just See Me, Seeing Beyond Difference” by Sarah Gannon. By purchasing a book through the Eventbrite link below, you are donating a copy of Just See Me to a primary school in Ireland. This powerful story encourages children to embrace acceptance, celebrate diversity, and see each person for… Continue reading Donate a Book: Help Us Share the Message of “Just See Me, Seeing Beyond Difference”
Residential Support Worker (RSW) Relief
Overview of the Role In this role, you will be supporting Individuals with complex communication needs and a range of hearing and/or sight loss. In some cases, the Individuals you support may have physical and cognitive difficulties and behaviours that challenge. This relief Residential Support Worker role is based in The Anne Sullivan Centre, Stillorgan,… Continue reading Residential Support Worker (RSW) Relief
Social Care Worker (SCW) Fulltime Day shifts
As a Social Care Worker, you will be responsible for supporting Residents to live a self-determined life, in a socially inclusive community. You will promote a homely and safe environment where Residents can participate in community, educational and leisure activities of their choosing. In addition, you will assist in enabling Residents make choices themselves and… Continue reading Social Care Worker (SCW) Fulltime Day shifts
Summer Course for Teachers in Deafblindness (EPV Approved)
We are excited to announce that we have been approved for a summer EPV course by the Department of Education. This course is available to any teachers in the Republic of Ireland. Course details When: July 29-Aug 2 Time: 10am-noon every day (10 hours live training with assignments after) Where: online Who: Any teacher (including… Continue reading Summer Course for Teachers in Deafblindness (EPV Approved)
Waterford Viking Marathon
We are delighted to announce that Triston Pethe, one of the people we support, is training to compete in the Half-Marathon Race at the Waterford Viking Marathon 2024 on the 23rd June. Triston and his father Keith have been training hard in the South Eastern Technical University Arena and along the greenway between Waterford and… Continue reading Waterford Viking Marathon
AOTI Conference 2024
The Anne Sullivan Foundation Outreach team have been accepted for a poster presentation at the Association of Occupational Therapists Ireland (AOTI) conference in September. The topic being covered is Active Learning, an area we are very passionate about as the benefits of Active Learning can include; increased communication, fine and gross motor skills development and… Continue reading AOTI Conference 2024
Communication Support Worker / Personal Assistant (10 hours per week – Dublin 9)
Communication Support Worker / Personal Assistant (10 hours per week – Dublin 9) The Anne Sullivan Centre is looking to recruit a Communication Support Worker to assist a person who is deafblind with many aspects of their daily living, such as shopping, household tasks, attending events in the Deaf community. The position is for 10… Continue reading Communication Support Worker / Personal Assistant (10 hours per week – Dublin 9)