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 of supporting individuals with intellectual disability
* Suitability as outlined in the introduction to the role
* Full manual driving licence
Description
SUPPORT WORKERS
Kildare Residential Services
We are offering an opportunity for Support Workers to join our organisation, working with and supporting individuals in their communities in the Kildare Services.
Therefore, 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 individuals to become connected and valued within their local community, provide opportunities for new experiences, and 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 experience in supporting individuals with communication needs and those who may display behaviours of concern. They will also have experience of person-centred planning and knowledge of person-directed and individualised support approaches.
If you are a Support Worker with the ability to connect to people and have a passion for supporting people to live typical meaningful lifestyles, then this may be an ideal opportunity for you.
Informal enquiries to: Anna Marie Fenlon 087 694 6237 (office hours only)
Requirements:
* FETAC/QQI level 5 Major Award in Healthcare Support/Health Service Skills.
* Full current driving licence.
* Experience of 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 an advantage.
Closing Date for receipt of completed applications: 9th January 2025
Please note that successful candidates will be required to be available for any day, weekend, waking night duty, and ‘sleep-over/over-night’ shifts. In addition, we require staff members to be willing to work alone in the residents’ homes and across a variety of locations.
To apply and for further details please go to our web page.
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Paid Time-Off for Vacation and Sick Days.
Muiríosa Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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