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Assistant Support Worker & Social Care Workers

Location: Ireland
 Salary:  As per Company scale

 

Job Summary

General Responsibilities:

  • Live our Mission, Vision and Values.
  • To cooperate with your employer and to comply with your responsibilities under the Health Act 2007, The Mental Health Act 2001 and Mental Health Amendment Act 2018, the Safety Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and all associated standards, regulations, and codes of practice in so far as is reasonable and practicable.
  • To ensure Personal Plans and/or Individual Care Plans are up to date, and that services are being always delivered to the highest possible quality and safety standards.
  • To be familiar with, and adhere to the local safety statement (risk assessments and standard operating procedures) always.
  • To be familiar with, and adhere to all company policies and procedures.
  • To use company IT systems as instructed and to never share your passwords with another or do anything likely to result in the unutilised disclosure of company and or personal data as defined under the General Data Protects Regulations (GDPR).
  • Report any concerns for the safety of our service users and residents to your line manager and or other managers within Nua for appropriate address in-line with company policy.
  • To act responsibly, at all times, and to cooperate with our regulators in the very best interests of our service and the people who use them.
  • To maintain the highest level of infection control standards as directed by company policy and national best practice guidance in the utmost interests of the Safety, Health and welfare of yourself, your colleagues, our Service Users, Residents and Patients, and any other persons, in so far as is reasonable and practicable.

 

Job Objectives

LIFE-CHANGING OPPORTUNITIES. COME WORK FOR NUA HEALTHCARE SERVICES AS AN ASSISTANT SUPPORT WORKER IN IRELAND.

Please note that applicants must have a good level of English.

Preferred candidates will also ideally have accommodation sourced in Ireland prior to applying for the role.

Nua Healthcare Services has opportunities for the right candidates wishing to live and work in one of the most loved countries in the world - The Emerald Island of Ireland.

Working as an Assistant Support Worker in Nua Healthcare Services is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who not only share our passion for care but also wish to secure a meaningful job with equally purposeful career development prospects whilst building a better life for themselves and potentially their families, in one of the safest and most inclusive societies in Europe. 

Ireland offers a world-class educational system, a fantastic healthcare system and all the conveniences you would expect in a modern country. Ireland has one of the highest standards of living in Europe, is a diverse nation, progressive in its thinking and, therefore, an inclusive and safe place for all its people to live.  

Nua Healthcare Services provides community-based residential and supported living services to individuals with Intellectual Disabilities and/or Mental Health Conditions.

Our Team consists of Healthcare Assistants, Social Care Workers, Nurses, Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Behavioural Specialists, Occupational Therapists, Dietitians, Speech and Language Therapists, Facilities, Administration and Management, who all share in our commitment to provide the very best services possible in line with our Mission, Vision, and Values. 

The great news is that, due to the ongoing demand for our services, we are actively seeking applications from people living within the EU / EEA with an interest in relocating to Ireland.

As Nua Healthcare's services are located throughout the Republic of Ireland, you will have many choices when deciding where you would like to live and work. Once you have reached a decision, our dedicated relocation team will assist you in every way possible and continue to support you whilst you settle into your new life.  

Nua Healthcare Services is an equal opportunities employer and invests heavily in its people.

If you would like to find out more about this role, please get in touch with a member of our relocation team today through the following:

Relocation Representatives:

Georgina Connolly:

Email: GConnolly@nuahealthcare.ie

Mobile (Mon - Fri from 9am to 5pm ):   +353 (0) 86 410 7157

Telephone (outside of hours): +353 (0) 89 460 9776

Email (outside of hours): eurecruitment@nuahealthcare.ie

BENEFITS / PERKS:

  • Generous Relocation Packages. 
  • Varied working hours over a 7-day roster, including shift work:
    • Sleepover Rates
    • Waking Night Rates
  • 4 Working Weeks Paid Holidays
  • 10 Public Holidays
  • Company Pension
  • Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
  • Life Assurance/Death-in-Service Benefit (2 x Annual Salary).  

We also offer the following:

  • Genuine Career Progression Opportunities (It is Nua’s policy to promote from within our services, where possible).
  • Continuous Professional Development
    • Management Development Programme
    • Further Educational Assistance
  • Employee Assistance Programme (We care about you, so we look after you in and out of work).
  • Paid Employee Referral Scheme.

DESIRABLE CRITERIA:

  • Caring Individual.
  • Respectful and Empathetic Individual (Happy to work in a diverse workplace).
  • Responsible and Mature Approach to Work.
  • Enthusiastic and Self-Motivated.
  • Excellent Interpersonal and Communication Skills.
  • Effective Verbal, Written and IT Skills.
  • Ability to Work on own Initiative.
  • Reliable and Flexible.

OTHER:

  • Previous experience in a similar role is advantageous - although not essential - as full training is provided by the service to successful candidates.
  • Preferably, applicants will have an upper intermediate level of English.
  • Full clean driving licence (Class B).

To find out more about Nua Healthcare Services, please visit www.nuahealthcare.ie

To find out more about relocation to Ireland, please visit https://www.nuahealthcare.ie/relocating-to-ireland

Skills Requirement

  • Excellent overall demeanour.
  • Effective verbal and written communication and IT skills.
  • Good aptitude for learning.
  • Good problem-solving skills.
  • Good planning and decision-making skills.
  • Effective verbal and written communication.
  • Ability to work to deadlines under pressure.
  • Ability to empathise with and understand the needs of others.
  • Ability to work on own initiative.
  • Reliability and flexibility.
  • Self-motivated/self-starter team player.


 
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