Homecare Support Worker, Dunshaughlin, County Meath

In order to work in Ireland a non-EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit. Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy. We are now looking for full time Homecare Support Workers, to Join our Team. You will be employed directly on a full time basis and employed by Good People Homecare Limited. You will be assigned to a specific location in Navan, or Trim Co. Meath and our Head office in Dunshaughlin Co. Meath. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills within a supportive environment whilst working with an experienced team of Healthcare Professionals in a diverse, multi-cultural environment. Core Responsibilities: Support Provision To take time to get to know the service user, their preferences and wishes working in a person-centred way. To promote the self-esteem, happiness and emotional health of service users. To respect and promote the rights and entitlements of people with learning disabilities and /or complex needs and to enable them to participate as fully as possible in their communities and to maintain community connections. To work as part of the support team to meet the Service Users individual needs. To support and enable Service Users to maintain a good standard of appearance. To support and enable Service Users to maintain a good standard of cleanliness within their home. To support and enable Service Users to regularly achieve domestic tasks and a healthy diet. To support Service Users to create and work towards a life plan / person-centred plan. To support and enable Service Users to develop and maintain friendships and social contacts. To support and enable Service Users to regularly achieve a structured plan of developmental and leisure activities. To support Service Users to manage risks and make informed choices. To promote independence, self-confidence and self-image with Service Users. To follow agreed Support Plans / person centred plans / life plans. To complete Company paperwork consistently. To work closely with the families of service users and other professionals involved in their care and support to provide coordinated services to meet the needs of the individuals. To positively and respectively communicate with families and other professionals at all times. Any other duties deemed necessary by nurse and management. Educational Requirement: QQI/FETAC qualification in Healthcare OR Pre-nursing OR relative experience in a similar environment and willingness to complete QQI level 5 (8 modules). Experience Requirement: Practical experience in a caring capacity desired. Ability to work independently or as part of a team. Professional, caring and empathetic nature. Be comfortable working in a sometimes, challenging environment. Career Level: Experienced [Non-Managerial] Candidate Requirements: Essential Minimum Experience Required (Years): 1 Desirable Minimum Qualification: QQI Level 5 (including Leaving Certificate/ Leaving Certificate Applied/ Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme) OR Ability Skills: Communications, Manual, Personal/Social Care Competency Skills: F