Sánas provides an alternative respite service for children and young adults with intellectual disabilities and/or autism. Through our centre we provide a range of relaxing and engaging activities, as well as supporting engagement in local amenities. We are welcoming applications for Direct Support Workers in our new centre which will be opening soon in Wicklow Town, Co. Wicklow
Job description
Sánas provides alternative respite support for children and young adults with an intellectual disability and/or autism. The centres operates an after school & weekend service during term time, and the centre is open everyday during school holidays. Through our purpose-designed centre in Wicklow Town, we provide an environment that promotes a range of needs, from therapeutic and relaxation to stimulating and developmental. As well as on-site engagement, we also encourage the use of local indoor and outdoor community amenities.
Our team of Direct Support Workers are overseen by Team Leads and follow carefully developed person-centred plans for each person in the service. We are hiring enthusiastic people who are passionate about developing the lives of children and young adults in their community.
What we offer you
Roster flexibility
Fortnightly pay
Refer-a-Friend Program
Bike-to-work scheme
Fully sponsored QQI Level 5 and Level 6 courses
Excellent career progression opportunities
To be considered for this position you will have;
Fetac Level 5 – Health Care Award or it's equivalent
Experience working in a healthcare or social care environment
Previous experience in providing care for either children/adults with an intellectual disability and autism
Experience of working with people who have behaviours of concern
An outgoing personality
Fluent English
Job Types: Full-time, Part time, relief
Benefits:
Bike to work scheme
Company pension
Employee assistance program
On-site parking
Schedule:
Day shift
Weekend availability
Weekends only
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