Support Worker

Apex Housing Association; Omagh; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Omagh is seeking a dedicated individual to join their team in delivering personalized support and care services to adults with learning disabilities and mental health issues. Successful candidates will have a QCF/NVQ 2 in Health and Social Care and prior experience in a care role. The position requires a commitment to health and safety regulations and the dignity of individuals supported.

Qualifications

• 6 months experience in a formal care/support role.
• Current registration with NISCC or must achieve it within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver personalised support and care services.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations.

Skills

Health and Social Care

Experience with learning disabilities

Health and safety compliance

Education

QCF/NVQ 2 Health and Social Care

Job description

To work within a team to develop and deliver personalised support and care services to adults with learning disabilities/mental health issues.

Responsibilities

• To work within a team to develop and deliver personalised support and care services to supported living (mental health) in a way that respects the dignity of the individual and promotes independence.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations.

Skills and Qualifications

• QCF/NVQ 2 Health and Social Care or equivalent.
• 6 months experience in a formal care/support role and previous experience of working with individuals with learning disabilities/ mental health issues.
• Must be currently registered with NISCC or if new to the sector must achieve registration within 6 months.
• Informal care/support may include caring at home, and may also include voluntary work.

Further Information

Apex is an equal opportunities employer. Due to under representation in parts of our workforce we particularly welcome applications from members of the Protestant community.