Care Support Worker

Job Overview

Cheshire Ireland is seeking motivated and passionate individuals to join their team as Care Support Workers at the Waterford service center. This is a permanent, full-time role requiring 39 hours per week, based at John's Hill, Waterford X91CKC7.

About Cheshire Ireland

Cheshire Ireland specializes in delivering high-quality support services to adults who have physical, sensory, and neurological disabilities with medium to high needs. They focus on personalized assistance that promotes independence, rights, and well-being within a collaborative and supportive environment.

Role Responsibilities

The successful candidate will provide comprehensive support tailored to each person's individual needs, helping them achieve the best possible quality of life. This involves building respectful and equitable relationships, promoting independence, and adhering consistently to Cheshire Ireland's ethical standards and values. Work will be carried out according to personalized plans, supporting daily living activities.

Candidate Profile

Applicants should meet or be working toward one of the following qualifications: QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support, QQI Level 6 in Social Care, or possess a Nursing qualification. Experience supporting individuals with disabilities is essential. Candidates without formal qualifications may be considered if they commit to completing QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support within 18 months of starting.

A full manual driving license or willingness to obtain and use one for work purposes is required. Candidates must be flexible to work across all shifts on a 24/7 rotating schedule.

Other essential attributes include strong interpersonal and communication skills, competency in English (verbal and written), computer literacy (experience with care management systems is advantageous), personal integrity, willingness to adapt and embrace continuous improvement, and eligibility to work in Ireland.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary ranges between €34762.69 and €40418.19 pro-rated. Employees enjoy flexible working hours, 23 days of annual leave, premium pay for unsocial hours, career advancement opportunities, and access to ongoing training provided through Cheshire Academy. Additional benefits include sick pay, pension schemes, maternity benefits, bike-to-work schemes, employee assistance and referral programs, death-in-service benefits for pension members, welcome packs, free onsite parking, and employee discounts.

Application and Compliance

Applications close on August 5th at 5 pm. Cheshire Ireland is an equal opportunities employer. All successful candidates will undergo Garda National Vetting and must provide clearance for any periods of residence in other jurisdictions outside Ireland or Northern Ireland since the age of 16.