Join Our Team as a Support Worker!
Are you passionate about making a positive impact in people's lives? Disability and Home Support Services are on the lookout for dedicated Support Workers to join our dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity for those with experience as a healthcare assistant to take their career to the next level!
At Disability and Home Support Services Wexford we believe each service user is at the forefront of what we do. Our aim is to work in partnership with service users and their families to achieve positive meaningful change and to assist them to reach their full potential, whatever that may be. As a Support Worker, you will play a crucial role in empowering individuals with disabilities to be active and valued members of their community.
These services generally fall under seven categories:
- Socialisation
- Assisting with activities of daily living (ADL)
- ASD Specific Service
- Transport Services
- Social Activities
- Home Support
- Agency Based Support
Why Join Us?
Starting salary of:
- Standard rate: €14.50 per hour
- Sunday rate: €17.40 per hour
- Bank Holiday rate: €21.75 per hour
Salary increase upon successful completion of probationary period:
- Standard rate: €14.75 per hour
- Sunday rate: €17.70 per hour
- Bank Holiday rate: €22.12 per hour
3 years plus of service:
- Standard rate: €15.00 per hour
- Sunday rate: €18.00 per hour
- Bank Holiday rate: €22.50 per hour
- Gift Card: Enjoy a €25 gift card upon successful completion of probationary period, working a minimum of 20 hours per week.
- Be part of a supportive and collaborative team
- Make a real difference in people's lives
- Gain valuable experience
- Enjoy a rewarding and fulfilling career
- Full Training Provided
- Attractive Terms & Conditions
- Use of company vehicle for select services
- 24/7 On Call Support
- Employee Assistance Program
Requirements:
- Minimum of 2 QQI Level 5 modules in Health Care Support / Intellectual Disability Studies / Social Care or equivalent.
- Ability to work weekdays and/or weekends.
- Flexible, adaptable, trustworthy, kind and committed
- Previous experience in healthcare.
- Full driving license
Employment Type
- Fulltime / Part Time
- 12 hour shifts for select services
- Weekend Availability preferred
If you're ready to embark on a journey of making meaningful changes and building a brighter future for others, we want to hear from you! Apply now and be a part of something truly special.
Garda Vetting and reference checks will be required for all prospective employees.
Disability and Home Support Services are not currently offering sponsorship or relocation packages for this role.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: €14.50-€21.75 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Licence/Certification:
- Full Drivers License (required)
- Level 5 in Healthcare Support (required)
Work authorisation:
- Ireland (required)
Location:
- Co.Wexford, CO. Wexford (preferred)
Work Location: In person