Support Worker | An Tigin, Rush | Co. Dublin Job descriptionWhat’s the Role: Support Worker What It Takes: An important part of the staff role is to support our service users who have complex needs and help them to manage their emotions. So the ability to be resilient, to communicate effectively and to utilise a variety of communication tools is essential. Our dedicated staff team support our service users to learn and develop their independence skills which includes tasks such as shopping, cleaning their flat, personal care, accessing the community, budgeting, taking medication. Each staff member has something to bring to the role and we encourage staff to use their humour and sense of fun and creativity in supporting our service users with day to day life. Where You Would Work: An Tigin, Rush An Tigin is a residential service in the quiet village of Rush in North Dublin. We provide high quality care/ support to two service users who have been diagnosed with intellectual disabilities as well as physical disabilities and mental health needs. As a support worker you will provide support to the service users in all aspects of their daily needs by which you will be guided by their individualised person-centered care plan. You will be provided with in-depth training including induction, annual training updates and bespoke training which will be tailored to the needs of our service users. You will be offered regular supervision and ongoing support from a Team Leader and Manager. This role will allow you to support our service users and make a difference to their lives. For more information on the role please contact the scheme manager on 087 649 0968. Why Praxis Care: Are you looking for a career that will develop you, challenge you and allow you to make a difference in the lives of others? Then Look No Further! We CARE at Praxis CARE! Praxis Care supports individuals with mental ill health, autism, learning disabilities and dementia; providing innovative, professional, high quality support services to people across the spectrum of need and particularly at the higher level of complexity in Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland, England and the Isle of Man. As an organisation we are dedicated to ensuring that all of our employees are equipped to carry out their role. We therefore provide comprehensive training that all employees complete before taking up their new career within Praxis which will last for 2 weeks and cover all of the information and training you will need. Tell Me More About Praxis Care Benefits! Great Work Environment CARE For Your Physical & Mental Health Financial Benefits Compassionate culture Paid annual leave, which increases with length of service Refer-a-friend bonuses Comprehensive training and 24/7 team support Occupational Sick PayOperational Maternity Pay Pension plan – For Manager grade and above Continuous professional development/training including the opportunity to gain recognised qualifications related to your role e.g. QCF3/5 Enrolment and contribution to HSF Health Plan for contracted staff Death in service benefitLong service awards Career progression opportunities PPE provided Opportunities for additional hours Confidential counselling service Save on the purchase of any bicycle on the Organisation Cycle to work scheme Eye test vouchers Access to information portals & assistance through 3rd party vendors on areas related to your Mental, Physical and Financial Wellbeing Salary Details: Support Worker Full-time and relief contracts available €27,990 - €38,844(Dependant on Qualification) *Salary based on 39 hours per week. Salary dependent on qualification/experience. Where the role requires sleep-ins, a minimum additional payment of €90.40 per night applies*. A driving license and access to a car are essential criteria for this vacancy. Tell Me More!For more information on the role please contact: Don’t Wait! Closing Date: Friday 22.08.2023 Interview Date: To be confirmed We Want You! A waiting list may be created to fill similar vacancies in this jurisdiction which may arise within 9 months of the interview date. Because WE CARE! This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable individuals and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks including, but not limited to, a satisfactory reference from your current employer and enhanced Police Check will be required for all successful candidates within direct care positions before a start date can be confirmed. Praxis Care is an Equal Opportunities Employer