Day Support Worker (permanent)

As part of the ongoing development of Adult Day Services, Keenan Recruitment is currently recruiting for Support Workers, on behalf of our Client, to work as part of a team, with the purpose of meeting the physical, psychological and social needs of young adults with complex needs.

Support Workers in Day Services will assist the team in providing the highest possible standard of support and care to young adults with complex needs, to pursue a valued lifestyle by participating in meaningful day activities, supporting the well-being and development of skills as well as enhancing and promoting independence, choices and rights within a safe and caring environment.

The support worker role may require an element of personal care and at times will require redirection or physical intervention as a last resort with those presenting challenging behaviours.

Our client is situated in a beautiful 100-acre green woodland setting outside Holywood Co. Down, on the shores of Belfast Lough, surrounded by green fields, Farm, Market Garden and stunning views over the Belfast lough, providing a therapeutic and nurturing environment.

Their Day Services focus on supporting young adults during the day through meaningful activities and work opportunities. All activities are person- centred, guided by holistic care and approaches as well as individual interventions, supported by the PBS framework and its strategies.

• 35 hours per week Monday – Friday (8.30am – 3.30pm)
• £11.65 per hour increasing with length of service

Criteria:

• Minimum QCF level 2 or equivalent in Health and Social Care or related discipline
• Registered or agreeable to applying for registration with the N. Ireland Social Care Council (NISCC)
• At least six months experience in a caring and / or educational support field

OR

• 1 years relevant care experience as stipulated above.

• Effective communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Team worker
• Caring & reliable
• Maintaining confidentiality
• Ability to work under pressure

Benefits

• Starting on 20 days annual leave pro rata plus our client recognises 12 statutory days
• Annual incremental pay increase on a 3-point salary scale
• Occupational sick Pay Scheme (qualification period applies)
• Organisational Pension Scheme
• Paid breaks
• Optional access to the Benenden Health Care
• Commitment to development of the staff team through training and learning opportunities
• Free Parking on site
• Death in Service Insurance Benefit 2x salary
• The site has access to excellent Public Transport links
• Professional registration fees reimbursement i.e., NISCC annual renewal fee

Contact Aideen Duggan for a confidential chat.

Keenan Recruitment is an equal opportunity employer, acting as an Employment Business on behalf of our Clients for temporary work and an Employment Agency for providing permanent employment with our Clients.

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