Horizons hosts open day to add to its caring teams in West Cork

Horizons is recruiting West Cork to add to its teams playing a vital role in empowering people with disabilities to live full, meaningful lives 

Pamela Twomey, a care assistant with Horizons for 25 years, says: "It’s not just a job, it’s about making a real difference in the community and being part of a team that truly cares.” 

Horizons, formerly known as Cope Foundation, is hosting a recruitment open day in the Clonakilty Park Hotel on Saturday, October 18, from 11am to 4pm.

The service, which supports over 2,800 people with an intellectual disability and/or autism, is growing and seeking candidates for care assistants, nurses and social care worker vacancies throughout west Cork. It has operations in Clonakilty, Bandon, Macroom and Skibbereen.

Pamela Twomey, a care assistant with Horizons for the past 25 years, said: “Every day is different and I get to support people in achieving their goals, big and small. It’s not just a job, it’s about making a real difference in the community and being part of a team that truly cares.” 

 People who are highly motivated and passionate about working in the disability sector are invited to attend, where they will meet the team and learn more about the roles that are available in the West Cork region.

As demand for disability support services continues to grow, Horizons is committed to ensuring that individuals and families in West Cork have access to high-quality, person-centred care and community supports. This growth means new opportunities for staff to play a vital role in empowering people with disabilities to live full, meaningful lives.

Founded in 1957, Horizons has a strong reputation for person-centred care and is dedicated to building inclusive communities where people are valued, supported, and empowered.

Lorraine Egan, newly appointed CEO of Horizons, said: “Care assistants, social care workers and nursing staff truly make a difference in people’s lives. Not only in achieving large goals but also in everyday interactions which enable the people we support to live fulfilling and happy lives.

“Some examples of goals our staff have supported people to achieve include trips to meet the Pope, moving into homes of their own, gaining paid employment and achieving QQI qualifications and Gaisce awards.” 

 Horizons is strengthening the supports available for people in the community of West Cork.

Lorraine Egan added: “Our staff are the heart of our organisation, and we are looking forward to welcoming new colleagues who share our values of respect, inclusion, and compassion. We support and guide staff to enable them to fulfil their potential and career aspirations. By joining our team, you will not only build a rewarding career, but you also play a vital role in helping people live full and meaningful lives.”  

For more on the recruitment open day or current vacancies, visit www.horizonscork.ie