Support Worker

Rezoomo; Wicklow; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension Scheme

22 days annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Autism A Chara in Ashford, Co. Wicklow is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to provide person-centred support to adults with complex needs. The role covers 39 hours per week with shifts including evenings and weekends, and requires QQI Level 5 Health Care qualification.

You will work on a rota, drive service vehicles if licensed, and contribute to planning and implementing individual support plans. The organization is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Full QQI Level 5 Health Care qualification is essential.
• Awareness of Key Worker/Support Worker role and philosophy for people with complex needs.
• Programme planning and person-centred plans execution.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living activities and routines.
• Support individuals to engage in their community.
• Learn about the person’s needs and preferences and adapt communication accordingly.
• Help individuals understand their rights and support decision-making.
• Provide support on a rota basis including evenings, weekends and waking night shifts.

Skills

Fluent English

Communication skills

Ability to work on own initiative

Programme planning

Person-centred support

Education

QQI Level 5 Health Care

Job description

We initially opened our doors in 2005 as part of a strategic partnership with Autism Initiatives UK. Recently we have decided to make the significant change to operate as a solely run, Irish charity independent of the UK. Although this partnership has come to an end, we are delighted with what we have achieved so far and we are very excited at what the future holds for Autism A Chara.We will continue to provide specialist autism services for adults across our Residential, Respite, Day, and Com

We initially opened our doors in 2005 as part of a strategic partnership with Autism Initiatives UK. Recently we have decided to make the significant change to operate as a solely run, Irish charity independent of the UK. Although this partnership has come to an end, we are delighted with what we have achieved so far and we are very excited at what the future holds for Autism A Chara.We will continue to provide specialist autism services for adults across our Residential, Respite, Day, and Com Show more

Description

Ashford, Co. Wicklow

39 hours per week

Job reference: SW_PADD_1409

Essential criteria for the position of Support Worker:

• A full QQI level 5 major award in Health/Care is essential
• Awareness of Key Worker/ Support Worker Role and philosophy surrounding support to people with complex needs
• Programme Planning Person Centred Plans
• Availability to work shifts on a rota basis including evenings and weekends and waking night duty shifts
• Full, clean Irish drivers licence desirable with requirement to drive service vehicles
• Permission to work in Ireland essential

Benefits Include

• Access to Education Support Scheme
• Company pension with company contribution
• Sick Pay & Access to Health Care plans
• Paid Maternity leave
• Paid Paternity leave
• 22 days annual leave
• Premium rates for evening and weekend work
• Bike to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Your Birthday off, to treat yourself!
• Discount scheme with Cara Pharmacy
• Fantastic development and career progression opportunities
• Health insurance
• Paid Time-Off for Vacation and Sick Days
• Life insurance
• Flexible Schedules
• Professional Development + Growth
• Sabbatical Leave
• Public Transport Assistance
• EAP (Employee Assistance Programme)
• Staff Discounts
• Team Bonding Events
• Opportunities for Advancement
• An extra day off on your Birthday
• Work/Life Balance
• Pension Scheme
• Learning and Development opportunities
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• E-Learning and Development opportunities

Qualifications required for a Support Worker:

A full QQI level 5 Health Care Qualification is essential, (e.g. health, community, care sector) but a genuine passion for providing person centred support is key to being successful in the role of a Support Worker. This is a truly rewarding role, with the opportunity to develop your skills, knowledge and your career.

Skills/Abilities required of a Support Worker:

• Ability to work on own initiative
• Awareness of Key Worker/ Support Worker Role and philosophy surrounding support to people with complex needs
• Programme Planning Person Centred Plans
• Fluent English and excellent communication skills
• Full, clean drivers licence desirable with requirement to drive service vehicles

Who the people we support would like support from:

We are looking for a Support Worker who can:

• Learn about me: what I need and what is important to me
• Adapt their communication style to suit my needs.
• Be fun and engaging as well as having patience and being kind.
• Assist with daily living activities and routines including personal care
• Support me to engage in my community
• Help me learn new skills
• Support me to understand my rights and help me make my own decisions

Full Job Specification available on request

Autism A Chara is an Equal Opportunity Employer