Person-Centred Support Worker — Residential Care

Autism A Chara (previously Autism Initiatives Ireland CLG); Wicklow; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Education support

Company pension

Sick pay

Health insurance

Maternity leave

Paternity leave

Annual leave pro rata

Evening/weekend rates

Bike to work

Employee assistance

Birthday off

Paid breaks

Discount scheme

Career progression

Job summary

Autism A Chara in Stillorgan, Co. Dublin, seeks a Support Worker on a specific purpose contract. The role involves assisting with daily living tasks, promoting community participation, and personal care support.

Essential criteria include a QQI Level 5 Health Care Award and a belief in person-centred planning, with rota shifts that include evenings, weekends and night duties where applicable.

Qualifications

• A full QQI Level 5 Health Care Qualification is essential.
• Awareness of Key Worker/Support Worker Role and philosophy for complex needs.
• Programme planning Person Centred Plans.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living activities and routines including personal care.
• Support engagement in community activities.
• Help learn new skills and understand rights to decision making.

Skills

Excellent communication

Own initiative

Fluent English

People-oriented

Education

QQI Level 5 Health Care

Job description

Autism A Chara in Stillorgan, Co. Dublin, seeks a Support Worker on a specific purpose contract. The role involves assisting with daily living tasks, promoting community participation, and personal care support.

Essential criteria include a QQI Level 5 Health Care Award and a belief in person-centred planning, with rota shifts that include evenings, weekends and night duties where applicable.