Night Support Worker -Abbey House 15-Bed Emergency Service
At Abbey House we take a client-centred approach, empowering individuals with personalised support that helps individuals as they work through underlying challenges in transitioning to suitable accommodation.
Contract DetailsPermanent Part-Time Contract,32-hour weekon average (inclusive of lunch breaks)on a 4-week rolling roster with a 7-day liability that includes 'Live Nights'.
Location Galway City
Salary HSE Health Care Assistant 01/03/23 salary scale €31,723 - €40,738 (pro rata)
* Sunday-Friday Night Hours (12am-8am): Time and a Half
* Saturday Night Hours (12am-8am): Double Time
* Sunday Day Hours: Time and a Half
* Public Holiday Hours: Double Time
Benefits
* 25 Days Annual Leave(pro rata)
* Employee Pension Scheme
* Employee Assistance Program
* Education Assistance Scheme
* Bike to Work Scheme
* Death in Service (2x basic salary)
Job Summary
The primary responsibility of a Night Worker is to meet the needs of clients on a nightly basis, respond to crisis, and engage clients in service activities and support plans.
Key Responsibilities
* Clients - Support clients from all backgrounds and experiences, in a calm, trauma informed, harm-reduction approach to implement client support plans that maximise their health, self-care, education, community engagement, home management skills, and their overall well-being with the goal of independent living.
* Compliance - Stay compliant with all organisation policies, stay up to date on mandatory training, participate in routine maintenance, inspections and cleaning in line with health and safety standards.
* Service Delivery - Systematically log and record all interventions with and behalf of clients on relevant systems, work in an organised and efficient manner with clear communication within the team to deliver high-quality professional service.
* General - Willingness to adapt as needed to support client and service needs.
* Values - Demonstrate the Galway Simon Community values compassion, community and collaboration.
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities.
Essential Requirements
* Qualification -Minimum QQI Level 5 Major Award in Health Service Skills (5M3782) or Healthcare Support (5M4339)
* Experience -1-year relevant experience in a similar role in a care setting
Desirable
* Knowledge/Experience of homeless sector
* Previous experience of lone working
* Valid, full clean driving license
Closing date midnight on 17th August 2025
Galway Simon Community is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
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