Since first opening our doors in 2007, Autism Initiatives Ireland has provided specialist autism services for adults across our Residential, Respite, Day, and Community Support Services. Our vision statement voices our expectation that through supportive action, people with autism can learn, develop, and be enabled to have a sense of ownership over their own lives. Working alongside our colleagues in the UK (established in 1972), our aim is to positively collaborate with autistic people and their families.
Description
Support Worker - Respite Service
24 hours per month minimum
Job reference: FPT_WILL_2005
Essential criteria for the position of Support Worker:
* A full QQI level 5 major award in Health/Care is essential
* Awareness of Key Worker/Support Worker role and philosophy surrounding support to people with complex needs
* Programme Planning Person-Centred Plans
* Availability to work shifts on a rota basis, including evenings, weekends, and waking night duty shifts
* Full driver's license (manual) desirable
* Permission to work in Ireland is essential
Benefits Include
* Access to Education Support Scheme
* Company pension with contribution
* Sick Pay & Access to Health Insurance
* Paid Maternity and Paternity leave
* 3.3 days annual leave pro-rata based on minimum advertised hours
* Premium rates for evening and weekend work
* Bike to work scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Your Birthday off, to treat yourself!
* Discount scheme with Cara Pharmacy
* Opportunities for development and career progression
Qualifications required for a Support Worker:
A full QQI Level 5 Health Care Qualification is essential (e.g., health, community, care sector). A genuine passion for providing person-centred support is key to success in this role. This position offers rewarding opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge, and career.
Skills/Abilities required of a Support Worker:
* Ability to work on own initiative
* Awareness of Key Worker/Support Worker role and philosophy surrounding support to people with complex needs
* Programme Planning Person-Centred Plans
* Fluent English and excellent communication skills
Who the people we support would like support from:
We are looking for Support Workers who can:
* Learn about me: what I need and what is important to me
* Adapt their communication style to suit my needs
* Be fun, engaging, patient, and kind
* Assist with daily living activities and routines, including personal care
* Support me to engage in my community
* Help me learn new skills
* Support me to understand my rights and help me make my own decisions
Full Job Specification available on request
Health insurance, paid time off for vacation and sick days, Autism Initiatives Ireland is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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