Support Worker - Kesh Day Service

Whats the Role:Support Worker What It Takes: An important part of the staff role is to support the needs of individuals through the ethos and values of Praxis Care. So the ability to be resilient, to communicate effectively and to utilise a variety of communication tools is essential. Our dedicated staff team support our individuals to learn and develop their skills to aid in their independence. Each staff member has something to bring to the role and we encourage staff to use their humour and sense of fun and creativity in supporting our individuals with day to day life. Where You Would Work: Kesh Day Service Kesh Day Service is a day care centre for adults located in Kesh, County Fermanagh. We support adults with mental ill health, learning disabilities and autism. The service is situated on the outskirts of Kesh, close to a range of natural beauty spots and amenities such as Castle Archdale, Necarne Castle and we are close to Lough Erne. We are a service that provides interesting, fulfilling and varied activities for the people we support to develop their skills and enjoy a social atmosphere during the day. For more information on the role please contact the service manager on Why Praxis Care: Are you looking for a career that will develop you, challenge you and allow you to make a difference in the lives of others? Then Look No Further! We CARE at Praxis CARE! Praxis Care supports individuals with mental ill health, autism, learning disabilities and dementia; providing innovative, professional, high quality support services to people across the spectrum of need and particularly at the higher level of complexity in Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland, England and the Isle of Man. As an organisation we are dedicated to ensuring that all of our employees are equipped to carry out their role. We therefore provide comprehensive training that all employees complete before taking up their new career within Praxis which will last for 2 weeks and cover all of the information and training you will need. Tell Me More About Praxis Care Benefits! Great Work Environment CARE For Your Physical & Mental Health Financial Benefits Compassionate culture Paid annual leave, which increases with length of service Refer-a-friend bonuses Comprehensive training and 24/7 team support Occupational sick pay Pension plan Continuous professional development/training including the opportunity to gain recognised qualifications related to your role e.g QCF3/5 Employer funded Healthcare scheme which includes savings on high street retail outlets and gym membership Early Access to earned wages through the employer salary advance software Career progression opportunities PPE provided Death in service benefit Opportunities for additional hours Confidential counselling service Long serviceawards Save on the purchase of any bicycle on the Organisation Cycle to work scheme Eye test vouchers Access to information portals & assistance through 3rd party vendors on areas related to your Mental, Physical and Financial Wellbeing Company Maternity Pay Salary Details: Support Worker Part Time and Relief Contracts available To be discussed at interview *£24,133 – £26,647 per annum *Salary based on 39 hours per week.Where the role requires sleep-ins, a minimum additional payment of £45.00 per night applies. Tell Me More! For more information on the role please contact: Dont Wait! For a full job description detailing essential and desirable criteria, and to apply please visit: Website: Closing Date: Tuesday 28th January 2025 We Want You! A waiting list may be created to fill similar vacancies in this jurisdiction which may arise within 9 months of the interview date. Because WE CARE! This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable individuals and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks including, but not limited to, a satisfactory reference from your current employer and enhanced Police Check will be required for all successful candidates within direct care positions before a start date can be confirmed. Praxis Care is an Equal Opportunities Employer