Care Support Worker Job Opportunity
Galway
24 Hours per week

We are seeking applications from energetic and enthusiastic individuals to join a Team for the above position. Candidates must be highly motivated, creative, and experienced with a passion for engaging with the people we support daily.

Client provides quality services to adults with physical, sensory, and neurological disabilities at a medium and high level of need.

Provides individualised supports for people to meet their physical, psychological, and social care needs in an environment that encourages independence and promotes their rights and well-being. Services provide a friendly, cooperative, and positive working environment within busy residential and community services. The right candidate will share our values and will be passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of the people supported. 

The Role:

You will support people with all aspects of their daily lives as per their individual needs and in accordance with their evolving personal plans to support them to live their best possible lives. You will be required to establish and maintain relationships with the people supported that are based on respect and equality and that promote their rights and independence.

Required:

Hold or be in the process of undertaking a minimum of QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support or a minimum of QQI Level 6 Social Care or a Nursing qualification.

Have experience in supporting people with disabilities.

Hold or be working towards gaining a Full Manual Driving license and willingness to drive for work.

Desire for personal and professional development.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.

Eligibility to work in Ireland is essential.

Good Standard of verbal and written English.

Computer literate (experience with online care management systems an advantage).

Personal integrity and trustworthiness.

Positive attitude.

Willing to embrace change and is committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and learning throughout the service.

Committed to the principles of rights-based, person-centred services.

Candidates who have experience and no qualifications may be hired if they are willing to undertake and complete QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support within two years of the commencement of their role.

On Offer:

Flexibility in working hours.
€15.91 to €18.49 Depending on Experience.
Premiums paid on unsocial hours.
Career opportunities.
Induction and ongoing training via Cheshire Academy. 
Free onsite Parking.



Benefits

Sick pay benefit.
Company Pension Scheme.
Maternity benefit.
Bike/Cycle to work scheme.
Employee assistance programme.
Death in Service benefit for pension members.
Welcome packs.

All successful candidates will be subject to vetting by the Garda National Vetting Bureau 

HCA must hold European Citizenship or have Stamp 4

Would you & your friends like to work together?

If you and/or a friend of yours would like to work in the same facility this might be the perfect opportunity.

For immediate interview please email your CV to: sylvia.harrison@headhuntinternational.com

Please note this client is not prepared to consider candidates who require a Visa or a Work Permit!

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