JOB SUMMARY:

Support Workers are central to Praxis Care’s mission of providing quality care to individuals. Each Support Worker is part of a dedicated team that delivers high-quality, reliable support services.
They foster an encouraging environment that promotes independence, helping individuals achieve their desired outcomes.
At Praxis Care, we pride ourselves on maintaining a service where respect and dignity are paramount.
We can consider a range of different working patterns, including full time, part time and relief.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Support and empower individuals to develop or improve independent living skills as identified in person-centred plans, including assistance with managing domestic or social skills and personal care.
• Work closely with Team Leaders and managers to prepare and implement individual and group support programmes.
• Collaborate with other Support Workers and Team Leaders to promote a safe working and living environment, effectively resolving situations that may arise from conflict or challenging behaviours using appropriate techniques and language.
• Ensure that medication is stored and administered in accordance with Praxis Care’s Medication Policy where necessary.
• Familiarize yourself with all administrative requirements of the service, ensuring relevant and important information is recorded and logged according to the service’s reporting guidelines.
• Be fully aware of all policies and procedures in place within the service (including Health & Safety), ensuring attendance and participation in all related training.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

• Full valid driving license and access to own vehicle (If a disability precludes an individual from holding a driver’s license, they should state how they can meet the mobility requirement of the post).
• Risk assessment skills.
• Leadership skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Organisational skills.
• Time management skills.

SKILLS NEEDED

Attention to detail, Communication, Teamwork, Ability to support clients with learning disabilities and/or complex needs

REQUIREMENTS OF THE ROLE:

• Participate in the company appraisal and staff review process.
• Adhere to and model the company values, behaviours, and competencies at all times.
• Carry out all duties of the post in accordance with Praxis expectations, regulations, and policies.
• Be prepared to take on additional duties and responsibilities as required.
• Work the necessary hours to meet the needs of the service.
• Where the role requires sleep-ins, a minimum additional payment of €101.60 per night applies
  The above-mentioned duties are not exhaustive, and the post holder may be required to carry out other duties as necessary. It should be noted that stated duties or locations associated with the post may change to meet the future needs of the organisation.