Night Support Worker Twin Oaks, Family Hub, Limerick
Job Title: Night Support Worker - Mid West Emergency Accommodation Services
Reports to: Service Lead
Location: Limerick
Contract: Permanent - subject to funding
Salary Details: Discussed at Interview
Job Purpose:
To work as part of a staff team in Mid West Simon Community, ensuring that services offered by the organisation operate effectively and consistently to best practice standards. The primary responsibility of the Night Support Worker will be to provide effective support for individuals in the project and contribute to the provision of a high-quality, safe, welcoming, and secure environment using a Trauma-Informed Approach.
Main Duties & Responsibilities:
* Assist with the coordination of all meaningful activities and social programmes.
* Engage with service users with a person-centred approach while ensuring the values and ethos of Mid West Simon Community are upheld.
* Ensure health and safety standards are adhered to in accordance with the organisation's policies.
* Contribute to the continuity of service provision, including handovers, diaries, and incident reports.
* Maintain a high standard of cleanliness throughout the service both in rooms and general common areas.
* Prioritise the Health, Safety and Welfare of clients at all times.
* Participate in routine maintenance, cleaning, and health and safety inspections.
* Liaise with other team members regarding the running of the service.
* Complete clear, concise records as required.
* Attend house, staff, and other meetings as appropriate.
* Undertake any other duties commensurate with the role as assigned by the line manager.
Administration:
* Maintain all recording systems as directed.
* Adhere to all policies and procedures relating to the project.
* Ensure that all communication and administration policies are followed.
* Prepare reports as required.
Training:
* Attend and participate in training courses as required.
* Identify areas for future training.
Health and Safety:
* Act as appointed First Aid person as required.
* Carry out all duties with reasonable care.
* Ensure that designated fire procedures are carried out.
* Address actions arising from Health & Safety Inspections.
Person Specification:
Essential:
* Relevant qualification to a minimum of FETAC level 5 (e.g., Social Care/Community Care).
* Experience of record keeping and report writing.
Desirable:
* Training and knowledge of Trauma Informed Care Approach.
* Health and safety training.
* First Aid Training.
* Understanding of homelessness.
* Ability to manage challenging behaviour and remain calm under pressure.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
* Self-motivated and able to inspire others.
* Ability to work as part of a team.
* Experience working with vulnerable and disadvantaged groups.
Additional Information:
* 21 days paid holidays, increasing to 25 with each year of service.
* 1 gifted day off for your birthday.
* 1 gifted Christmas Shopping Day.
* Pension entitlement (after 1 year).
* Access to Employee Assistance Programme.
* Internal/external recruitment process.
To apply:
Email CV and Cover letter to alan.kavanagh@mwsimon.ie
Closing date for applications: Thurs 15th August 3pm 2024
All job offers will be subject to Garda vetting and a satisfactory reference.
Mid West Simon Community is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Mid West Simon Community Project funded by Clare County Council.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Work from home
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: NIGHT SUPPORT WORKER - FAMILY HUB, TWIN OAKS
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