Activity Facilitator | Clongriffin | Full Time and Relief

Praxis Care; Dublin; Presencial; EUR 28 000 - 36 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Praxis Care is seeking an Activity Facilitator at Clongriffin to support individuals with complex needs in a respectful, person-centred setting.

The role involves working with teams, promoting independence, and adhering to medication policies and reporting guidelines. Flexibility to meet service needs is required.

Qualificações

• Experience in providing person-centred support to individuals with complex needs.
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to Praxis values, behaviours and competencies.
• Willingness to work flexible hours to meet service needs.
• Strong risk assessment, health and safety awareness.

Responsabilidades

• Support individuals to develop and improve independent living skills per person-centred plans.
• Collaborate with Team Leaders to implement individual and group support programmes.
• Promote a safe living and working environment and manage challenging behaviours using appropriate techniques.
• Ensure medication storage and administration aligns with policy where required.
• Maintain accurate records and comply with reporting guidelines.
• Engage in relevant training on policies and health & safety.

Conhecimentos

Risk assessment skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving skills

Organisational skills

Time management skills

Numeracy and literacy skills

Effective communication skills

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Activity Facilitator | Clongriffin | Full Time and Relief

Job Summary:

Our Activity Facilitators are central to ensuring that Praxis Care achieves our goal of providing quality care and support to individuals within the service. Each Activity Facilitator works as part of a dedicated team to deliver a high-quality and reliable support service. They provide friendliness and encouragement to the people we support, fostering independence and creating an environment that helps them achieve their desired outcomes. At Praxis Care, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality service, ensuring that respect and dignity are at the forefront of all we do.

Please note: This location's salary is based on a working week of 39 hours

Key Accountabilities:

• Support and empower individuals to develop/improve independent living skills as identified in person-centred plans, including managing domestic or social skills and personal care.

• Collaborate closely with Team Leaders and managers to prepare and implement individual and group support programmes.

• Work with other Activity Facilitators and Team Leaders to promote a safe working and living environment. For some services, this may involve resolving conflicts 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 administration requirements of the service, ensuring relevant information is recorded and logged per the service's reporting guidelines.

• Stay informed about all policies and procedures within the service (including Health & Safety) and ensure attendance and participation in all related training.

About the role

Requirements of the Role:

• Participate in the company appraisal and staff review process.

• Adhere to and model the company values, behaviours, and competencies at all times.

• Perform all duties of the post in accordance with Praxis expectations, regulations, and policies.

• Carry out additional duties as necessary to meet the needs of the service.

• Work the necessary hours to fit the needs of the service.

The above-mentioned duties are not exhaustive, and the post holder may be required to carry out other duties as necessary. It should be noted that stated duties or locations associated with the post may change to meet the future needs of the organisation.

Criteria:

Skills & Competencies

• Risk assessment skills

• Leadership skills

• Problem-solving skills

• Organisational skills

• Time management skills

• Numeracy and literacy skills

• Effective communication skills

Attributes

• Team player

• Understanding of diversity

• Available to work flexibly

About the company

Praxis Care is a leading provider of specialist care and support services for individuals with complex needs, supporting individuals with mental ill health, learning disabilities, autism and dementia. The organisation is committed to delivering personalised, compassionate care that promotes independence and improves the quality of life for the individuals they serve. With innovative programs and a dedicated team, Praxis Care focuses on creating positive outcomes, empowering people to lead fulfilling lives while actively supporting communities across the UK, Ireland and Isle of Man.

Required Criteria

• Right to work in the Republic of Ireland

Desired Criteria

• Experience working within the health and social care field.
• Full valid driving licence

Skills you'll need

• Attention to detail
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Ability to support clients with learning disabilities and/or complex needs