South Kerry Development Partnership CLG

Workability

WorkAbility: Inclusive Pathways to Employment Programme

The Workability Programme is a free & confidential service that supports people with disabilities to find and maintain meaningful and sustainable employment.

This project is co-funded by the Government of Ireland, through the Department of Social Protection, and the European Union.

We also work with employers, community groups and social enterprises to promote inclusive hiring practices and create accessible and diverse workplaces.

Everyone’s journey is unique — we are here to help you take the next step.

Who Can Take Part?

You are eligible if you;

• Are 16 years or older at the time of registration (no upper age limit!)
• Identify as having a disability — (physical, mental, intellectual or sensory)

The Key Features of South Kerry Development Partnership WorkAbility Programme are:

Participant Supports

Tailored one-to-one guidance focused on each person’s goals, strengths, and abilities

Support setting short, medium and long-term goals

Access to a range of skill development pathways and learning opportunities (training and workshops) to build confidence and employability skills.

Support with CV building, interview skills and enhancing job searching skills.

Ongoing follow-up and support in education, training and employment

Employer Supports

We collaborate with local businesses to promote inclusive hiring practices and create accessible workplaces.

We provide advice and guidance on available grants and financial supports to help foster inclusive employment.

Our comprehensive and engaging disability awareness training helps build understanding and confidence around disability inclusion in the workplace.

We offer tailored support to ensure a smooth and successful transition into work for both the employee and employer.

Let’s build a more inclusive workforce – together.

For further details, please contact the relevant officer for your area listed below:

Area	Contact Name/Title	Office Location	Contact No.	E-mail
All	Joseph McCrohan Workability Manager	West Main Street, Cahersiveen, Co. Kerry	066 9472724 087 2849165	jmccrohan@skdp.net
Cahersiveen & Mid Kerry	Gemma Final Facilitator	Library Place, Killorglin, Co. Kerry	066 9761615 087 0382001	gfinal@skdp.net
Killarney and Kenmare	Jennifer Riney Facilitator	37 High Street, 2^nd Floor, Killarney, Co. Kerry	064 6636572 087 1323128	jriney@skdp.net
Killarney	Catherine Tearney Facilitator	37 High Street, 2^nd Floor, Killarney, Co. Kerry	064 6636572 087 3328414	ctearney@skdp.net

The Workability Programme is a free & confidential service that supports people with disabilities to find and maintain meaningful and sustainable employment.

This project is co-funded by the Government of Ireland, through the Department of Social Protection, and the European Union.