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We are hiring Support Worker Posts for a Charity/Community located in Meath, Ireland. 39 hours per week
Key Responsibilities
* Work with clients offering supported opportunities for them to improve their quality of life, develop their skills, and make decisions about their future.
* Providing general practical and emotional support to clients to promote their independence and recovery
* Responding appropriately to chaotic and challenging behavior to promote the well-being of clients and staff
* To undertake training e.g. through attendance at formal courses
* Providing an effective and responsive supportive service
* Participate in the staff team’s provision of individual support and needs assessment, including risk assessment, advice, emotional support, and practical assistance. (within contracted time frames)
* Participate in assessing and reviewing future housing and support needs, identifying and coordinating internal and external services and referrals in response to these.
Requirements
* Must have a degree level 7/8 qualification in Social Care or a related discipline
* Prior experience working in disability services and knowledge of New Directions Services & Supports for Adults with Disabilities would be advantageous
* A Full Manual driver's licence is required for this position.
Benefits
* Generous Annual Leave
* Sick Pay Scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Maternity Leave Allowance (subject to length of service)
* Pension
* Training / CPD
* Cycle to Work