Support Worker (Person Centred Wing)

Muiriosa Foundation Ltd; Ireland; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Muiriosa Foundation Ltd. is recruiting a Support Worker to help individuals with an intellectual disability realise a good life. You will lead person-centred initiatives, promote community connections, and support authentic relationships in local settings.

The role requires flexibility, strong communication, and the ability to work across various houses. Sleepover shifts are included, and a manual driving licence is desirable.

Qualifications

• Must have excellent communication skills.
• Ability to use own initiative and plan effectively.
• Experience/knowledge of supporting persons with a range of support needs.
• Willingness to undertake roster covering various houses/locations.
• Must have a valid licence to drive a manual vehicle in Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals to realise their vision for a ‘good life’ using person-centred approaches.
• Help individuals connect with their local community and develop authentic relationships.
• Provide opportunities for new experiences and personal growth.
• Support on sleepover shifts and work alone in residents’ homes as required.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Initiative and planning

Creativity and flexibility

Willingness to work shifts (including睡

Education

FETAC/ QQI Level 5 (Major Award) in Healthcare or equivalent

Job description

Permanent Part Time (Various Contracts)The focus of this role will be to support an individual to realise their vision to leading a good life through Person Centred approaches in line with personal interests, skills, will and preference.

PERSON CENTRED WINGLAOIS SERVICESSUPPORT WORKERPermanent Part Time (Various Contracts)The focus of this role will be to support an individual to realise their vision for a ‘good life’. The focus of the role will be to lead initiatives in supporting the individuals to live a life of their choosing and what matters most to them. The role will support the individuals to become connected and valued within their local community, to provide opportunities for new experiences and to assist each person in developing real and authentic relationships. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in supporting individuals to develop valued social roles and also have experience in supporting individuals with communication needs and those who may display behaviours of concern and will have experience of person centred planning and knowledge of person directed and individualised support approaches.

We are seeking to recruit a motivated, enthusiastic, creative and energetic Support Worker to support individuals with an intellectual disability to realise their vision for a ‘good life’. The focus of the role will be to lead initiatives in supporting the individuals to live a life of their choosing and what matters most to them. The role will support the individuals to become connected and valued within their local community, to provide opportunities for new experiences and to assist each person in developing real and authentic relationships. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in supporting individuals to develop valued social roles and also have experience in supporting individuals with communication needs and those who may display behaviours of concern and will have experience of person centred planning and knowledge of person directed and individualised support approaches.

Essential requirements/qualities of applicant are:

• FETAC/ QQI Level 5 (Major Award) in Healthcare or equivalent (e.g. Health Service Skills, Healthcare Support) or willingness to undertake a relevant QQI Level 5 Major Award.
• Ability to use own initiative and plan effectively.
• Experience/knowledge of supporting persons with a range of support needs.
• A valid licence to drive a manual vehicle in Ireland.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong initiative and creativity.
• Flexibility and willing to undertake roster covering various houses/locations.
• Suitability as outlined in the introduction to the role.
• Please note that the successful candidate will be required to be available for any day and sleepover shifts. In addition, we require staff members to be willing to work alone in the residents’ homes.

Closing Date for receipt of completed applications: Friday 13th November 2026