Supported Living (Assistant Support Worker)

at  Nua Healthcare

JOB SUMMARY

Nua Healthcare Services (Nua) is one of Ireland’s leading Private Healthcare Providers, specialising in Residential and Supported Living Services, to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support needs.
Nua Supported Living Services deliver bespoke care packages to individuals with diverse needs, 24 hours per day, 365 days per year. Supported living Services differ from residential services in that you will be supporting the individual either in their own home, in the community, or in accommodation on a supported holidays.
Shifts on will be a combination of 4hr, 6hr, 8hr, 12hr or 24hr depending on the individual that you are supporting and the amount of support that they require.

JOB OBJECTIVES

The role of the Social Care Worker/ Assistant Support Worker is to provide the care and support to that individual in a way that meets their care needs. Your role will be to help each individual develop their independent living skills and reach their full potential in life.
We are seeking applications from energetic and enthusiastic individuals to join our team for the above positions. The successful candidate will be afforded all necessary training and development in line with the role.

This will include the following on a day-to-day basis:

• Live our Mission, Vision and Values.
• Support the service user in experiencing the everyday life within their community.
• This role will also involve providing 1:1 support to the individual as well as supporting them during social, or educational activities in the community.
• Enable individuals supported by the service to pursue and maintain their individual hobbies and interests.
• Driving and/or escorting the service user by a company vehicle, or via public transport, to and from social activities or planned outings.
• Assist with encouraging and developing individuals, in relation to personal hygiene, health matters and care for their personal appearance.
• To promote and safeguard the well-being, and interests of the service user at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Assistant Support Worker - No qualification required (All necessary training provided)
• Social Care Workers - Level 7/ 8 degree in Social Care/Healthcare or related discipline

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of standards and legislation relevant to the area.

EXPERIENCE:

• Relevant life experience would be desirable but not essential.

SKILLS:

• Problem-solving skills.
• Planning and decision-making skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to work to deadlines under pressure.
• Ability to empathise with and understand the needs of others.
• Ability to work on own initiative.
• Reliability and flexibility.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to deliver nursing input at multidisciplinary team meeting(s), ensuring high quality care.

Please refer the Job description for details