Support Worker in Kildare | Muiriosa Foundation Jobs

OASIS Group; Skarżysko-Kamienna; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established organization is seeking compassionate Support Workers to join their team in Kildare. This role involves supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities to lead fulfilling lives in their communities. You will assist with daily activities, engage with residents, and work varied shifts, including nights and weekends. If you have a passion for helping others and possess a valid driving license, this opportunity could be perfect for you. Join a supportive team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of those you serve.

Benefits

Paid time off for vacation

Sick days

Flexible shift patterns

Qualifications

• Experience supporting adults with intellectual disabilities and/or autism is highly desirable.
• Excellent organisational, logistical, and IT skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Support the daily running of community houses for adults with intellectual disabilities.
• Assist people with activities of daily living and engage in their community.

Skills

Knowledge of HIQA Standards

Experience supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities

Full manual driving licence

Excellent organisational skills

Logistical skills

IT skills

Ability to use own initiative

Knowledge of statutory requirements

Job description

Muiríosa Foundation supports individuals (and their families) with an intellectual disability and/or autism to live self-directed, connected, and fulfilling lives. Currently, we employ over 1,400 staff and support people in Laois, Offaly, Westmeath, Meath, Longford, Kildare, Tipperary, and Kilkenny. We provide supports through the Regional structure and the Person Centred Wing. Each region exercises a high level of devolved autonomy across all major operational functions, including residential homes.

Skills and Attributes

• Knowledge of HIQA Standards
• Experience supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities
• Full manual driving licence
• Suitability as outlined in the advertisement

Description

Support Workers

Kildare Residential Services

Relief Contracts

We are offering opportunities for Support Workers to join our organisation, working with and supporting individuals in their communities within Kildare Services.

Successful candidates will join the relief panel to support the daily running of community houses for adults with intellectual disabilities. Duties include assisting people with activities of daily living and engaging in their community. The role involves various shift patterns, including sleepover shifts, days, nights, and weekends, providing a varied roster that can accommodate personal commitments.

If you are a Support Worker with the ability to connect with people and a passion for supporting individuals to live meaningful lifestyles, this could be an ideal opportunity for you.

Informal enquiries to: Anna Marie Fenlon 087 694 6237 (office hours only)

Requirements:

• A valid driving licence to drive a manual vehicle in Ireland
• Experience supporting adults with intellectual disabilities and/or autism is highly desirable
• Excellent organisational, logistical, and IT skills
• Suitability as outlined in the introduction to the role
• Ability to use own initiative and plan effectively
• Knowledge and understanding of HIQA standards and statutory requirements
• Good connections in the local community are advantageous

Closing date for receipt of applications: Thursday, 15th May 2025

Successful candidates must be available for any day, weekend, waking night duty, and sleep-over shifts. Staff must also be willing to work alone in residents’ homes and across various locations.

To apply and for further details, please visit our webpage at:

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Paid time off for vacation and sick days

Muiriosa Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.