Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; Belfast; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in social care is seeking dedicated Support Workers to enhance their Supported Living services. This role offers the chance to make a real difference in the lives of individuals by providing personalized support in their homes and promoting independence. With full-time hours available and a supportive team environment, you will receive ongoing training and development opportunities. Enjoy competitive pay rates and the flexibility to tailor your work schedule. If you are caring, reliable, and enthusiastic about making a positive impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Ongoing training and development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience as a Support Worker required.
• Willingness to complete MAPA training is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized support to clients in supported living environments.
• Work shifts including nights and weekends as needed.

Skills

Empathy

Communication Skills

Reliability

Teamwork

Education

Relevant qualification in Health and Social Care

NVQ in Health and Social Care

Tools

MAPA training

Job description

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Advanced Care (NI) is one of Northern Ireland's fastest growing social care providers, with over 10 years of experience providing care to service users in their homes, and working with various charities and non-profits across the region.

Due to rapid expansion in our Supported Living service, we are looking for experienced Support Workers to join our Lisburn Team.

What we offer:

1. Competitive pay
2. £13.85 per hour weekdays and £14.85 per hour weekends
3. A supportive team environment
4. Ongoing training, development & support

About The Role:

We are looking for enthusiastic, caring and reliable staff to work in our Supported Living services in Lisburn. We are particularly interested in staff who prefer to work shifts which could include night shifts or sleep-in shifts. Full time hours are available, from 35 to 48 hours, including evenings and weekends. Night shifts are also available.

Skills Needed:

About The Company:

Advanced Care Services places significant importance on its care assistants and support workers, recognizing them as key contributors to the organization's mission of improving people's lives every day. The company fosters an environment of growth and development by offering team members various opportunities for advancement, including NVQ courses, specialized training, and internal career progression within the organization. Employees can enjoy competitive pay rates that rank among the highest in the industry, along with the flexibility to tailor work schedules to their individual circumstances.

Company Culture:

Advanced Care Services provides bespoke care tailored to meet the needs of its service users. The organization offers three main types of services:

Domiciliary Care: Care assistants provide personalized support to clients in their own homes, enabling them to live independently while maintaining daily routines.

Supported Living: The organization supports individuals in supported living environments, focusing on promoting independence while offering guidance and support.

Companionship: This service can be provided in clients' homes or other settings and involves care assistants offering company and emotional support.

Desired Criteria:

• MAPA training or willingness to complete MAPA training
• NISCC (preferred)

Required Criteria:

• At least one year’s experience as a Support Worker
• A relevant qualification in Health and Social Care