Respite Support Worker — Person-Centred Care & Growth

Autism A Chara (previously Autism Initiatives Ireland CLG); Gorey; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education support

Pension

Sick pay

Maternity leave

Paternity leave

22 days annual leave

Evening/weekend pay

Bike to work

Employee Assistance Programme

Birthday off

Paid breaks

Discount with Cara Pharmacy

Career progression

Job summary

Autism A Chara, Gorey, is inviting applications for a Support Worker in our respite service. The role involves providing person-centred support, assisting with daily living activities, and helping individuals engage with their community.

Applicants must hold a QQI Level 5 Health Care qualification, have a full clean Irish driving licence, and be available to rota shifts including evenings, weekends and nights.

Qualifications

• A full QQI Level 5 Health Care qualification is essential.
• Passion for providing person-centred support is key to success in the role.
• Ability to work shifts on a rota including evenings/weekends and waking night duties.
• Full, clean Irish driver’s licence essential; driving service vehicles may be required.
• Permission to work in Ireland essential.

Responsibilities

• Learn about me: understand my needs and priorities.
• Adapt communication to suit individual needs.
• Be fun, engaging, patient and kind.
• Assist with daily living activities and routines.
• Support to engage in the community and learn new skills.
• Support me to understand my rights and make my own decisions.

Skills

Communication skills

Initiative

People skills

Fluent English

Education

QQI Level 5 Health Care

Job description

Autism A Chara, Gorey, is inviting applications for a Support Worker in our respite service. The role involves providing person-centred support, assisting with daily living activities, and helping individuals engage with their community.

Applicants must hold a QQI Level 5 Health Care qualification, have a full clean Irish driving licence, and be available to rota shifts including evenings, weekends and nights.