Independence-Driven Relief Support Worker (Driver)

AA Euro Group; Tipperary; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

AA Euro Healthcare is currently recruiting experienced Support Workers for opportunities across South Tipperary. You will support adults with intellectual disabilities and/or autism to live independently and participate in daily activities.

Role involves person-centred care, communication, records, and working as part of a multidisciplinary team. Full QQI Level 5 Major Award and a clean manual driving licence required; Garda Vetting and eligibility to work in Ireland essential.

Qualifications

• Full QQI Level 5 Major Award in a relevant healthcare/social care qualification.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Providing person-centred care and support to adults with intellectual disabilities and/or autism.
• Supporting service users with personal care and activities of daily living.
• Promoting independence, dignity, choice and community participation.
• Supporting independent living and social skills.
• Assisting service users to participate in recreational, occupational and community activities.
• Supporting individual care plans and person-centred programmes.
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation.
• Working effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Supporting the physical and emotional wellbeing of service users.
• Following all relevant safeguarding, health & safety and service policies and procedures.
• Supporting medication administration where appropriately trained and authorised.

Skills

QQI Level 5 Major Award

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork

Independent working

Good record-keeping

Garda Vetting / Vetting readiness

Eligibility to work in Ireland

Driving licence (Category B)

Education

QQI Level 5 Major Award in Healthcare/Social Care

Job description

AA Euro Healthcare is currently recruiting experienced Support Workers for opportunities across South Tipperary. You will support adults with intellectual disabilities and/or autism to live independently and participate in daily activities.

Role involves person-centred care, communication, records, and working as part of a multidisciplinary team. Full QQI Level 5 Major Award and a clean manual driving licence required; Garda Vetting and eligibility to work in Ireland essential.