Support Assistant - Relief Panel

If you want to make a real impact on the lives of others join Galway Simon Community where we work towards eliminating homelessness through advocacy, education and campaigning in line with our values of compassion, community and collaboration.

Contract Details Relief Panel Contract

Location Galway

Salary Hourly Rate

Benefits

Sundays: Time and a Half
Public Holidays: Double Time
Sleep Over Premium
Employee Assistance Program
Bike to Work Scheme
Death in Service – 2x basic salary

Job Summary

The Support Assistant (Relief Panel) will be engaged on the authority of the Service Manager(s) to provide short-term locum cover for planned and un-planned absences, in the supported housing and other services operated by Galway Simon Community.

Key Responsibilities

Clients - Support clients from all backgrounds and experiences, in a calm, trauma informed, harm-reduction approach to implement client support plans that maximise their health, self-care, education, community engagement, home management skills, and their overall well-being with the goal of independent living.
Compliance - Stay compliant with all organisation policies, stay up to date on mandatory training, participate in routine maintenance, inspections and cleaning in line with health and safety standards.
Service Delivery -Systematically log and record all interventions with and behalf of clients on relevant systems, work in an organised and efficient manner with clear communication within the team to deliver high-quality professional service.
General - Willingness to adapt as needed to support client and service needs.
Values - Demonstrate the Galway Simon Community values compassion, community and collaboration.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities.

Essential Requirements

Qualification - Minimum QQI Level 5 Major Award in Health Service Skills (5M3782) or Healthcare Support (5M4339)
Experience - 6-months relevant experience in a similar role in a care setting.

Desirable

Driving - Valid, full driver’s licence
Knowledge/Experience of homeless sector, Trauma Informed Approach.

Galway Simon Community is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Support Assistant (Relief Panel)

Benefits

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