Ireland Job Openings

Autism Initiatives

Flexi Part-Time Support Worker

Arklow

FULL TIME & PART TIME

November 5, 2024

This is more than a job; it’s a career that supports autistic people to live life to the full. With nearly fifty years' experience, Autism Initiatives work positively alongside autistic people, their families and carers providing specialist services tailored to each individual.
We are looking for a resilient and friendly Support Workers to join a team that works in partnership with people who use our services, to enable them to live as independently as possible and to be part of their local community. Staff are required to work shifts on a rota basis, including evenings, weekends and may also be required to complete sleep-in duties.
A full QQI level 5 Health Care Qualification is essential, (e.g. health, community, care sector) but a genuine passion for providing person centred support is key to being successful in the role of a Support Worker. In return, Autism Initiatives will provide you with a full induction and ongoing learning to support you to obtain qualifications pertinent to the role. This is a truly rewarding role, with the opportunity to develop your skills, knowledge and your career.
Skills/Abilities required of a Support Worker

Excellent communication skills
Ability to work on own initiative
Awareness of Key Worker/ Support Worker Role and philosophy surrounding support to people with complex needs
Programme Planning Person Centred Plans
Full drivers licence essential

Benefits Include

Access to Education Support Scheme
Company pension with company contribution
Generous Sick Pay & Access to Health Insurance
Paid Maternity leave
Paid Paternity leave
6.7 days annual leave
Bike to work scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Your Birthday off, to treat yourself!
Paid breaks
Fantastic development and career progression opportunities

All staff are expected to:

Work in the context of Autism Initiatives’ Vision, Mission and Philosophy and to use our ‘Five Point Star’ approach in order to support service users in achieving their goals.
Work to develop their abilities in line with the Autism Initiatives Competency Framework.
Recognise the positive abilities of service users and support our shared belief in lifelong learning.
Adhere to the Autism Initiatives’ Code of Conduct and the General Social Care Council’s Code of Practice, showing a high degree of professionalism, resilience, and a willingness to remain committed during particularly demanding times.

How do I apply?
If you think you have what we are looking for and are interested in joining our team in Arklow, Co. Wicklow we’d be delighted to hear from you.
If you require any support with the application process, please contact our friendly HR team on asdirecruitment@autisminitiatives.org who will be happy to help you.
We are committed to equal opportunities in employment and in service delivery.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From €14.93 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 12 per week
Benefits:

Additional leave
Bike to work scheme
Company pension
Employee assistance program
Sick pay
Wellness program

Application question(s):

Are you resident in Ireland and available to commence work?

Licence/Certification:

Full Irish Drivers Licence (required)
QQI 5 major award in Healthcare (totalling 120 credits) (required)

Work authorisation:

Ireland (required)

Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 19/11/2024
Reference ID: FPTMEAD120511

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