Night Support Worker

Details of the offer

Job Description Our Client is a leading Charity operating across Ireland supporting some of the most marginalized individuals, couples, and families experiencing Homelessness.
Currently Hiring an experienced  Night Support Worker  for their Wexford Operation.
Full time – we are open to flexible working arrangements                                   Permanent Contract.
A work permit will be provided.
           Key Responsibilities To collaborate with every service user to earn their respect and trust while handling challenging or troubling circumstances with tact.
Assisting high support needs residents with getting up in the morning, washing, dressing and changing of clothes, incontinence management etc.
in the privacy of rooms.
Monitor for pressure areas occurring and know what measures to put in place to prevent them.
As required, adapt levels of assistance to the needs of particular residents, encouraging maximum levels of independence.
Operate effectively to prevent cross-infection, using recognized Infection Control measures.
Assist with maintaining a safe and hygienic environment for residents Offer laundry support for residents – in particular those with incontinence issues.
 Support and assist residents where possible to be active themselves in maintaining good standards of cleanliness in bedrooms.
 Ensure the nutritional needs of residents are met.
Assist with feeding of residents when required.
 Promote and support the importance of a well-balanced diet for residents with high support care needs Where appropriate, ensure that food is stored hygienically and safely.
Offer support and intervene, as directed by the nurse, to the residents in regard to hydration and nutrition.
Liaise with Shift Coordinator, as often as required, and participate fully in Handovers, when in attendance Link in with on-site nurses daily, as required, especially in regard to resident care.
Report health issues or concerns to the Nurse, Shift coordinator and LMT as required.
 Report all Incidents (as instructed by the Local Management), as per our Management procedure.
 Alert a manager of any crisis or behaviour management issues and to use on call manager, if no local manager present.
Support other staff in maintaining good order and organization in the house.
Requirements Have a relevant degree in the social care sector OR at least one year's experience working in homelessness or a closely connected topic, ideally in a residential environment.
Possess high educational standards.
It would be ideal to qualify for manual handling.
Awareness of the fundamentals of risk management.
Benefits Competitive salary Opportunities for career progression Employee Assistance Programme  Annual Leave


Nominal Salary: To be agreed

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