Support Worker - Full-Time (Permanent) - Borris-in-Ossary
Location: Borris-in-Ossary, County Offaly, Ireland
Contract Type: Full-time (Permanent)
Working Week: Average of 42 hours a week (day and night shifts required)
Salary: €35,000 - €50,000
Benefits
Competitive premiums for unsocial hours
Ongoing mentoring and support
Refer a Friend Scheme
Employee of the Month Scheme
Company events
Free onsite parking
CPD support
Role Overview
Reporting to: Person in Charge
Role responsibilities include facilitating and encouraging decision‑making, independence, and personal development. Provide support in daily living skills, including personal hygiene, health and appearance. Work in a person‑centred manner to meet individual care plans and goals. Adhere to policies and procedures, standards, regulations, and codes of practice.
Responsibilities
Administer and document the dispensation of prescribed medication.
Undertake key worker responsibilities, helping service owners achieve goals.
Document and report incidents and complaints involving staff, service owners or visitors.
Work with MDT to achieve the goals of service owners.
Essential Requirements
Minimum Level 5 qualification in Social or Health Care Studies.
Hold a full Irish driving licence (to drive a company car, when required).
Prior experience in social care or healthcare desirable but not essential.
Working knowledge of relevant standards and regulations.
Excellent English (verbal and written skills).
Garda Vetting/Police Clearance.
This role is also suitable for Support Workers, Assistant Support Workers, Care Workers, Healthcare Workers and Care Assistants.
Commutable locations include: Birr, Roscrea, Nenagh, Abbeyleix and Portlaoise.
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