Careworker

A commitment to living the values of Teamwork, Respect, Dignity, Justice, Advocacy and Quality. We are an independent voluntary organisation providing services and support for people with disabilities and their families for more than 70 years. Our work positively impacts the lives of over 10,000 people with disabilities, equipping them with the confidence, skills, and self-belief to achieve their expressed goals Care Worker-Ref: 5837 Millbrook House, Residential Service Tullamore, County Offaly Permanent Part-Time (30 Hours) Job Purpose To provide a personal care service to individuals with Intellectual Disability and Mental Health Difficulties within a residential service setting, in an environment which values and respects the individual, fosters a positive behavioural support approach to supporting people with challenging behaviours and an environment that fosters community based living, personal development and social inclusion Minimum Education & Skills required QQI Level 5 in Health & Social Care Full clean driving licence Candidates should have experience of working in a residential care setting Job Duties & Responsibilities Promote and actively involved in teamwork, creating a nurturing and supportive environment for the service user. Facilitate and implement a person-centered service appropriate to the needs, wishes and requirements of service users. Provide personal assistance in all aspects of personal care and manual handling, ensuring comfort and hygiene of service users and adhering to safe practice and risk assessments at all times. Staff Benefits Company Pension Scheme Paid maternity leave Paid paternity leave 27 days annual leave Bike to work scheme Tax saver travel scheme Income protection Health and Wellbeing programme Financial support for studying and study leave Salary starting from point 1 €29,374.77 to - point 5 €33,489.47 pro rata, depending on experience. To be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process click the Continue to Application or Login/Register to apply button below.