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Relief Support Worker | Easkey

Job Summary:

Support Workers are central to Praxis Care’s mission of providing quality care to individuals. Each Support Worker is part of a dedicated team that delivers high-quality, reliable support services.

They foster an encouraging environment that promotes independence, helping individuals achieve their desired outcomes.

At Praxis Care, we pride ourselves on maintaining a service where respect and dignity are paramount.

Important Information
Location: Easkey, Easkey, Easkey, Ireland, Co. Sligo, F26 NH94
Date Posted: 12th March 2025
Closing Date: 26th March 2025
Industry: Healthcare
Job Type: Casual
Salary: Starting from €15.58 Hourly

About the role

Key Accountabilities:

  • Support and empower individuals to develop or improve independent living skills as identified in person-centred plans, including assistance with managing domestic or social skills and personal care.

  • Work closely with Team Leaders and managers to prepare and implement individual and group support programmes.

  • Collaborate with other Support Workers and Team Leaders to promote a safe working and living environment, effectively resolving situations that may arise from conflict or challenging behaviours using appropriate techniques and language.

  • Ensure that medication is stored and administered in accordance with Praxis Care’s Medication Policy where necessary.

  • Familiarize yourself with all administrative requirements of the service, ensuring relevant and important information is recorded and logged according to the service's reporting guidelines.

  • Be fully aware of all policies and procedures in place within the service (including Health & Safety), ensuring attendance and participation in all related training.

Requirements of the Role:

  • Participate in the company appraisal and staff review process.

  • Adhere to and model the company values, behaviours, and competencies at all times.

  • Carry out all duties of the post in accordance with Praxis expectations, regulations, and policies.

  • Be prepared to take on additional duties and responsibilities as required.

  • Work the necessary hours to meet the needs of the service.

  • Where the role requires sleep-ins, a minimum additional payment of €101.60 per night applies

The above-mentioned duties are not exhaustive, and the post holder may be required to carry out other duties as necessary. It should be noted that stated duties or locations associated with the post may change to meet the future needs of the organisation.

Criteria:


Essential:

  • Numeracy and literacy skills.

  • Effective communication skills.

Desirable:

  • Experience working within the health and social care field.

Skills & Competencies:

  • Risk assessment skills.

  • Leadership skills.

  • Problem-solving skills.

  • Organisational skills.

  • Time management skills.

Attributes:

  • Team player.

  • Understanding of diversity.

  • Availability to work flexibly.

Reserve Lists

We use reserve lists for positions where more than one candidate is deemed suitable for a position. Reserve lists are in place for 12 months during which reserve candidates will be offered the same or similar post should one become available during this time.

What you will need

Required criteria

  • Right to Work in the Republic of Ireland

Desired criteria

  • Experience working within the health and social care field.

Professional skills you’ll need for this job opportunity

Communication

Communication

Teamwork

Teamwork

Praxis Care

Praxis Care is a leading provider of specialist care and support services for individuals with complex needs, supporting individuals with mental ill health, learning disabilities, autism and dementia. The organisation is committed to delivering personalised, compassionate care that promotes independence and improves the quality of life for the individuals they serve. With innovative programs and a dedicated team, Praxis Care focuses on creating positive outcomes, empowering people to lead fulfilling lives while actively supporting communities across the UK, Ireland and Isle of Man.

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Praxis Care provides a wide variety of services to vulnerable adults and children, supporting individuals with mental ill health, learning disabilities, autism and dementia. Our staff teams are essential to ensuring the provision of these services.

As a new member to the team, you can expect to be trained and supported in a structured fashion to achieve the high standards expected by the people we support and mandated by our regulators.

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Our core values include compassion, integrity, teamwork, innovation and resilience. We also ensure that kindness and respect is integral to every role within Praxis Care and these values are fundamental to the provision of care we deliver to the people we support. 

If you are interested in a role that is rewarding, varied and positively impacts the lives of those we support, then we want to hear from you.

Our benefits

Why Join Praxis Care?

  • Great Work Environment: Compassionate, supportive, and inclusive team culture.

  • CARE for Your Physical & Mental Health: Access to occupational sick pay, a confidential counselling service, and employer-funded healthcare schemes.

  • Financial Benefits: Competitive salary, pension plan, and refer-a-friend bonuses.

  • Career Development: Continuous professional development with opportunities to gain recognized qualifications, such as QCF3/5, and clear career progression pathways.

  • Work-Life Balance: Paid annual leave which increases with length of service, and flexibility in working hours.

  • Other Perks: PPE provided, long service awards, savings via the Cycle to Work scheme, and coming soon, early access to earned wages through salary advance software.

Health insurance

Retirement plan and/or pension

Flexible schedule

Employee discounts

Gym membership or wellness programs

Sabbatical leave

Free parking

Cycle to work

Referral bonus

Long service recognition

Blue Light Card

Social Opportunities

On the job learning

Progression opportunities

Access to Health & Wellbeing app

Long service awards

Service recognition increases to annual leave

Relief Support Worker | Easkey

Praxis Care is a leading provider of specialist care and support services for individuals with complex needs, supporting individuals with mental ill health, learning disabilities, autism and dementia. The organisation is committed to delivering personalised, compassionate care that promotes independence and improves the quality of life for the individuals they serve. With innovative programs and a dedicated team, Praxis Care focuses on creating positive outcomes, empowering people to lead fulfilling lives while actively supporting communities across the UK, Ireland and Isle of Man.