POSITION: Support Worker (Band 3)
LOCATION: Kesh, Co Fermanagh
HOURLY RATE: £11.67
HOURS: 37.5 hours per week (shifts 8am-4pm & 4pm-11pm including weekends)
DURATION: 3 months initially
On behalf of our client, we are seeking a Support Worker to attend to the personal needs of clients under the direction and supervision of the team leader.
Main Responsibilities/Duties:
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To accompany and supervise adults with a Learning Disability on the bus/taxi to and from their home, social outings and personal appointments. (Residential/Respite requirement only.)
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To adhere to all Trust Policies and Regulatory Requirements at organisational and departmental level. for Health and Safety Regulations.
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Ensure that all information specific to the service user is shared with relevant personnel.
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To provide, where appropriate, personal assistance to service users such as bathing, washing, toileting, dressing and feeding in accordance to their individual care plans.
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Report to the person in charge any untoward incidents, falls, accidents, complaints etc. and contribute to the maintenance of appropriate records within the established procedures.
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Assist in the provision of individual and group programmes of care.
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Assist with the preparation, serving and supervision of meal times.
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Administer First Aid.
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To drive Non PSV type vehicles as and when required and be willing to undergo training to maintain D1 registration on your Driving Licence. If your Driving Licence is not registered under D1 then you must be willing to undergo training to achieve this.
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Organise and participate in recreational trips e.g. sport, social etc. and programmes and activities.
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Accompany service users, when appropriate, to locations outside the facility e.g. College, Supportive Employment Schemes and social outings.
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Handling and Administration of medication as per Facility Policy and Procedure.
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To have a flexible innovative approach to meet the needs and development of the service.
If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV in Microsoft word format to Sarah Vize by clicking on the link below by Monday 29th July. You must also include a bullet pointed synopsis at the top of your CV demonstrating how exactly you meet the Essential Criteria below:
Essential Criteria:
Applicants must, by the closing date for applications, have:
Experience/Qualifications
- 6 months to 1 years’ experience as Support Worker
If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV in Microsoft word format to Sarah Vize by clicking on the link below by Monday 29th July. Applicants must ensure their CV is accurate and up to date. The CV should include your full employment history inclusive of dates, all academic achievements and full personal contact details.
Please note only applicants that match this criteria can be considered for the role.
If this role isn’t suitable but you are looking for a new opportunity, please do not hesitate to contact our experienced consultants. You can visit our website in the first instance or call our office.
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