Empowering Support Worker — 20hrs/wk, Belfast Area

SeeMe Hired Ltd; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Praxis Care is seeking a part-time Support Worker in Belfast to empower individuals to develop independent living skills and participate in person-centred plans. The role includes supporting daily living tasks, reporting and adhering to policies, with sleep-in allowances where required.

The job involves working across shifts, following medication procedures when needed, and maintaining a safe, respectful environment.

Qualifications

• Numeracy and literacy skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Experience working within the health and social care field.

Responsibilities

• Support and empower individuals to develop or improve independent living skills as identified in person-centred plans, including assistance with domestic or social skills and personal care.
• Work closely with Team Leaders and managers to prepare and implement individual and group support programmes.
• Collaborate with other Support Workers and Team Leaders to promote a safe working and living environment, effectively resolving situations arising from conflict or challenging behaviours using appropriate techniques and language.
• Ensure that medication is stored and administered in accordance with Praxis Care’s Medication Policy where necessary.
• Familiarize yourself with all administrative requirements of the service, ensuring relevant and important information is recorded and logged according to the service's reporting guidelines.
• Be fully aware of all policies and procedures in place within the service (including Health & Safety), ensuring attendance and participation in all related training.

Skills

Driving licence

Risk assessment

Leadership

Problem solving

Organizational

Time management

Job description

Praxis Care is seeking a part-time Support Worker in Belfast to empower individuals to develop independent living skills and participate in person-centred plans. The role includes supporting daily living tasks, reporting and adhering to policies, with sleep-in allowances where required.

The job involves working across shifts, following medication procedures when needed, and maintaining a safe, respectful environment.