Disability Support Worker-Day Service

Gateway Community Care  is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with intellectual disabilities, Autism and Acquired brain injuries. Permanent Position Work Schedule:  Monday to Friday Hours:  9:00am -17:00pm We are currently seeking applications from Support Workers interested in joining our Day Service team. The ideal candidate will support individuals to live their best lives while supporting them to achieve their goals and promote independence and integration within the community. This is an enjoyable and rewarding role as you support individuals take part in various activities (i.e., gardening, arts/crafts and many more activities) on-site at the day service and assist them with activities and day trips in the community. Person Specification: Qualification in relevant discipline (e.g.: social care, health, community care sector) FETAC level 5 minimum. Understanding of the  New Directions  model, successful applicants should have the ability to develop and maintain support /care plans and provide required support and care to clients on an individual person-centred basis. Have a full driving license and be willing to drive company vehicles Have a genuine passion for working with service users with intellectual disabilities Excellent Communication skills Strong values and person-centered approach Proactive in your care and enjoy a fun loving ethos with activities in the community. Flexible and willing to work shifts to meet the needs of the service Must be enthusiastic, resilient, energetic, and proactive Benefits  As a staff member of Gateway Community Care, you will have access to a range of benefits, including: Excellent training opportunities and clear focus on career progression Competitive salary and incremental pay scale Income protection policy Excellent staffing ratio's EAP Scheme Bike to Work Scheme Paid training once you commence working with the company Dedicated team and access to a knowledgeable Multidisciplinary team.