Independent Living Support Specialist

Praxis Care; Newtownards; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Praxis Care is seeking a dedicated Support Worker for the Conlig Day Service in Northern Ireland. The role is full-time and calls for promoting independence while respecting dignity and rights of individuals in a care setting.

You will participate in person-centred plans, support with daily living tasks, and work with colleagues to ensure safe, respectful care. AccessNI checks apply; flexible hours including sleep-ins may be required.

Qualifications

• Numeracy and literacy skills.
• Effective communication skills.

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 license

Risk assessment

Leadership

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Support clients with learning/disab

Job description

Praxis Care is seeking a dedicated Support Worker for the Conlig Day Service in Northern Ireland. The role is full-time and calls for promoting independence while respecting dignity and rights of individuals in a care setting.

You will participate in person-centred plans, support with daily living tasks, and work with colleagues to ensure safe, respectful care. AccessNI checks apply; flexible hours including sleep-ins may be required.