Job Summary
Our Activity Facilitators are central to ensuring that Praxis Care achieves our goal of providing quality care and support to our individuals within the service. Each of our Activity Facilitators will work as part of a dedicated team to provide a high-quality and reliable support service. Our Activity Facilitators provide friendliness and encouragement towards the people we support, fostering independence and creating an environment for them to achieve their desired outcomes. At Praxis Care, we pride ourselves on delivering a high-quality service, ensuring that respect and dignity are at the forefront of all that we do.
Please note: Salaries for this service are based on a working week of 36 hours. This is a temporary 30 hrs part time position.
Key Accountabilities
* To support and empower individuals to develop/improve independent living skills as identified in person-centred plans. This may include providing support to manage domestic or social skills and personal care.
* To work closely with Team Leaders and managers in preparing and implementing individual and group support programmes.
* To collaborate with other Activity Facilitators and Team Leaders to promote a safe working and living environment. For some services, this will involve resolving situations arising from conflict or behaviours that challenge, using appropriate techniques and language.
* To ensure that medication is stored and administered in accordance with Praxis Care’s Medication Policy, where necessary.
* To be familiar with all administration requirements of the service, ensuring relevant and important information is recorded and logged as per the service's reporting guidelines.
* To be fully aware of all policies and procedures in place within the service (including Health & Safety) and ensure attendance and participation in all related training.
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Important Information
Location: Mullingar Day Service, Mullingar, Mullingar, Ireland, Co. Westmeath, N91 F597
Date Posted: 21st July 2025
Closing Date: 4th August 2025
Industry: Healthcare
Job Type: Temp / Contract - Part time
Salary: From €27,967.68 Yearly to €38,806.56 Yearly
Documents
AF - ROI - JD - 2025 (non-driver).pdf
About The Role
Requirements of the Role:
* You will be required to participate in the company appraisal and staff review process.
* To adhere to and model the company values, behaviours, and competencies at all times.
* To carry out all duties of the post in accordance with Praxis expectations, regulations, and policies.
* To carry out additional duties of the role and all other required duties as and when necessary.
* To work the necessary hours to fit the needs of the service.
The above-mentioned duties are not exhaustive, and the post holder will be required to carry out other duties as necessary. It should be noted that stated duties or location associated with the post may change to meet the future needs of the organisation.
Criteria
Skills & Competencies:
* Numeracy and literacy skills
* Effective communication skills
* Risk Assessment skills
* Leadership skills
* Problem-solving skills
* Organisational skills
* Time management skills
Attributes
* Team Player
* Understanding of diversity
* Available to work flexibly
Reserve Lists
We use reserve lists for positions where more than one candidate is deemed suitable for a position. Reserve lists are in place for 12 months during which reserve candidates will be offered the same or similar post should one become available during this time.
What you will need
Required criteria
* Right to work in the Republic of Ireland
Desired criteria
* Experience working within the health and social care field.
* Full valid driving licence and access to own vehicle
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