**Job Title:** Support Worker
About the Role:
We are seeking an exceptional individual to support individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism in our day service. The ideal candidate will provide person-centred care, promoting independence and integration within the community.
The role involves supporting individuals to live their best lives, achieving daily goals, and participating in various activities on-site at the day service and during day trips in the community.
Key Responsibilities:
* Support individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism in a person-centred way
* Provide required support and care to clients on an individual basis
* Develop and maintain support/care plans
* Participate in team work and communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and families of service users
* Be flexible and willing to work shifts if required
Required Skills and Qualifications:
To be successful in this role, you will have:
* A qualification in a relevant discipline (e.g., social care, health, community care sector) level 7 minimum
* An understanding of the New Directions model
* Experience working with both intellectual disabilities and autism
* A full driving license with eligibility to drive in Ireland
* Excellent communication skills
* Strong values and a person-centred approach
* Proactive and resilient
Benefits:
This role offers a range of benefits, including:
* Induction process
* Extensive training programme
* Ongoing mentoring and support
* Continuous Professional Development opportunities
* Career progression opportunities
* Employee Assistance Programme for staff and their families