Empathetic Support Worker – Day Service, Cork City

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Cork; On-site; EUR 19,975 - 26,174; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility on working hours

Competitive starting salary

Annual pay increments

Contributory Pension Scheme

Death in Service Benefit

Promotion and development opportunities

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Support Worker for their Cork City Day Service to provide care for individuals with physical and intellectual disabilities. The role involves assisting service users with daily living activities while promoting community integration. The ideal candidate must hold a QQI Level 5 in Health or Social Care and possess a full clean driver’s license. This is a part-time, permanent position with flexibility on working hours and a competitive hourly salary ranging from €14.50 to €19.00.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience in a Healthcare or Social Care setting.
• Experience in report writing and client support plans.
• Commitment to complete necessary qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Support service users with disabilities and autism.
• Teach new skills to maximize independence.
• Assist with daily living activities.

Skills

Support client needs

Manage challenging behaviour

Teamwork

Information technology

Education

QQI Level 5 in Health or Social Care or equivalent

B.A. in Social Care or equivalent

Full clean driver’s licence

Job description

A healthcare organization is seeking a Support Worker for their Cork City Day Service to provide care for individuals with physical and intellectual disabilities. The role involves assisting service users with daily living activities while promoting community integration. The ideal candidate must hold a QQI Level 5 in Health or Social Care and possess a full clean driver’s license. This is a part-time, permanent position with flexibility on working hours and a competitive hourly salary ranging from €14.50 to €19.00.