Night Support Specialist — Emergency Housing

Dublin Simon Community; Dublin; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension contribution 5%

Paid Sick Leave

Maternity Leave Policy

Bike to Work Scheme

Commuter Travel Tax Savers

Training & progression

Job summary

Dublin Simon Community is hiring a Support Worker to provide night-time care and safety for residents, helping them access and sustain housing. The role involves maintaining welfare through support plans, harm reduction, and clear handovers within a team that follows best-practice standards.

You will receive induction, ongoing coaching, and 10 training days per year to support your success in this frontline role.

Qualifications

• Level 6,7 or 8 in a relevant field with 6 months experience in a similar setting.
• Level 5 in relevant field with 12 months experience in similar settings.
• Willingness to learn and flexibility to work in an agile environment.
• Experience in Health & Safety inspections and audits.

Responsibilities

• Carry out health and safety checks and record them per local policy.
• Provide night-time client support and assist with sleep hygiene.
• Assist with daily living skills and relapse prevention support.
• Induct new clients and explain rights and responsibilities.
• Ensure the building is secure at night and systems are functioning.
• Deliver therapeutic and motivational support to promote wellbeing.
• Support management in implementing strategic and operational goals.
• Prepare rooms for new service user intake and maintain standards.
• Manage crises and conflicts effectively.
• Ensure handovers, diaries and incident reports are completed.
• Oversee accommodation management, maintenance and cleanliness.
• Implement neighbourhood policy and conduct harm reduction interventions.
• Develop interpersonal skills within the team and manage relationships.

Education

Level 6/7/8 relevant field

Level 5 relevant field

Tools

PASS system

Job description

Dublin Simon Community is hiring a Support Worker to provide night-time care and safety for residents, helping them access and sustain housing. The role involves maintaining welfare through support plans, harm reduction, and clear handovers within a team that follows best-practice standards.

You will receive induction, ongoing coaching, and 10 training days per year to support your success in this frontline role.