SUPPORT WORKERS Kildare Residential Services Various Contracts We are offering an opportunity to 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 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. 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: Amanda Dunne 087 3804767 (office hours only) Requirements:
FETAC/QQI level 5 Major Award in Healthcare Support/Health Service Skills or be willing to complete a qualification.
Full current driving licence.
Experience of supporting adults with intellectual disabilities and/or autism is highly desirable.
Excellent organisational, logistical and I.T skills.
Excellent communication skills.
Suitability as outlined in the introduction to the role.
Ability to use own initiative and plan effectively.
Have knowledge and understanding of HIQA standards and statutory requirements.
Good connections in the local community an advantage.
Closing Date for receipt of completed applications: Tueday 1st October 2024 Please note that the successful candidates will be required to be available for any of 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 at Current Vacancies Muiriosa Foundation N.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.