Support Worker at Dara Community Living in Kilcock, County Kildare

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Support Worker, Kilcock, Co. Kildare

Terms: Flexible Hours, Initial 1-year fixed term Contract

ROLE SUMMARY

We are seeking an experienced Support Worker to support an active young man with autism living in Kilcock, Co. Kildare. This gentleman loves the outdoors and enjoys spending time in his local community. Your role is to support him to develop his independence in his home and to lead a meaningful, inclusive, enjoyable life. We are seeking a friendly, enthusiastic person who can work on their own initiative with a positive outlook.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

Experience in the social care/intellectual disability sector

Experience of supporting people with autism

Excellent communication skills - verbal and written

Full, clean driver's license

Available to work residential hours which will include shift work/ sleepovers and weekends

Hold a relevant qualification in the area of health / social care

SALARY:

Competitive salary based on HSE PayScales

BENEFITS

Positive and supportive work culture

Company pension with company contribution (including income protection and death-in-service benefits)

Excellent training and support and supervision

Career progression opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Tuition Support Scheme

Bike to Work scheme

Option to join the Health Service credit union

Maternity benefits

Free Parking

Savings club

Shortlisting will apply, only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

Dara Community Living is an equal opportunities employer