Support Worker (Person Centred Wing)

Job title:

Support Worker (Person Centred Wing)

Company:

Muiriosa Foundation

Job description

PERSON CENTRED WINGLAOIS/OFFALY SERVICESSUPPORT WORKERSThe 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.Various Contracts available including Relief (If and When Required)We are seeking to recruit motivated, enthusiastic, creative and energetic Support Workers 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 candidates 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.Informal Enquiries to: Christina Devine 087 062 9616Essential requirements/qualities of applicant are:· FETAC/ QQI Level 5 (Major Award) in Healthcare or equivalent (e.g. Health Service Skills, Healthcare Support)· 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 24th January 2025To apply and for further details please go to our web page atN.B. When applying for positions on Rezoomo it is recommended to use a PC, Laptop or Tablet as some mobile phones are not compatible with this software.

Expected salary

Location

Co Laois

Job date

Sat, 11 Jan 2025 23:14:14 GMT

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