Support Worker

Jobalert; Wexford; On-site; EUR 21,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to company vehicle

Employee Assistance Program

24/7 on Call Support

Job summary

Disability and Home Support Services Wexford is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to empower people with disabilities to live fulfilling lives and participate fully in their communities. You will work with service users and their families to deliver compassionate care and practical support across daily living activities, with flexible weekday and weekend shifts.

A minimum of 2 QQI Level 5 modules in Health Care Support / Intellectual Disability Studies / Social Care or equivalent, and a full

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 QQI Level 5 modules in Health Care Support/ID Studies/Social Care or equivalent.
• Ability to work weekdays and/or weekends.
• Full driving license.

Responsibilities

• Empower people with disabilities to live fulfilling lives and participate fully in their communities.
• Provide compassionate care and practical support to service users and families.
• Support daily living activities and help individuals engage with their community.

Skills

Flexibility

Adaptability

Reliability

Empathy

Commitment

Education

QQI Level 5 modules in Health Care Support / Intellectual Disability Studies / Social Care or equivalent

Job description

At Disability and Home Support Services Wexford, each service user is central to everything we do. We work closely with individuals and their families to create meaningful, positive change and to support each person in reaching their full potential. As a Support Worker, you will be instrumental in empowering people with disabilities to live fulfilling lives and participate fully in their communities.

These services generally fall under seven categories:

• Assisting with activities of daily living (ADL)
• ASD Specific Service
• Transport Services
• Social Activities
• Home Support
• Agency Based Support

Why Join Us?

• Join a team that values support and teamwork
• Create meaningful change in the lives of others
• Build your skills and develop professionally
• Experience a career that is both purposeful and fulfilling
• Access to a company vehicle for designated services
• Employee Assistance Program
• 24/7 on Call Support

Starting salary of:

• Standard rate: €15.00 per hour
• Sunday rate: €18.00 per hour
• Bank Holiday rate: €22.50 per hour

Salary increase upon successful completion of probationary period:

• Standard rate: €15.25 per hour
• Sunday rate: €18.30 per hour
• Bank Holiday rate: €22.87 per hour

2 - 5 years plus of service:

• Standard rate: €15.50 per hour
• Sunday rate: €18.60 per hour
• Bank Holiday rate: €23.25 per hour

5 years plus of service:

• Standard rate: €16.00 per hour
• Sunday rate: €19.20 per hour
• Bank Holiday rate: €24.00 per hour

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 QQI Level 5 modules in Health Care Support / Intellectual Disability Studies / Social Care or equivalent.
• Ability to work weekdays and/or weekends.
• Flexible, adaptable, trustworthy, kind and committed
• Previous experience in healthcare.
• Full driving license