Assistant Support Worker

About Nua Healthcare Services

Nua Healthcare Services stands among Ireland's premier care providers, delivering Residential, Supported Living, Day Services, and Community Outreach to children and adults with complex support needs. Located in Drogheda, County Louth, this role offers an annual salary range between 1,000 and 35,000.

Employee Benefits

• Company pension plan
• Specified illness insurance
• Detailed induction process
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Excellent career progression prospects
• Life assurance and death-in-service benefits
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Support for educational pursuits
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Rotating shifts over a 7-day roster
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Referral and retention bonuses for recommending friends
• Nationwide retail discounts

Position Overview

At Nua Healthcare Services, our commitment to excellence is reflected in our modern residential facilities and engaging day care programs. The Assistant Support Worker will join a skilled team supporting individuals with diverse and complex needs such as autism, Asperger syndrome, acquired brain injuries, challenging behaviour, intellectual disabilities including Alzheimer's or dementia, mental health rehabilitation, and personality disorders. The role is vital in empowering these individuals to realize their full potential and lead enriched, independent lives within their communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in planning and managing daily routines and activities
• Support participation and engagement within local communities
• Help achieve educational and personal development goals
• Foster independent living skills, including cooking, cleaning, laundry, attending appointments, and maintaining social/family connections
• Adhere strictly to organisational policies, standards, and codes of practice
• Work flexible shifts across a 24-hour, seven-day schedule to meet service users’ needs

Additional Duties

The described duties are not exhaustive; the post-holder may undertake other tasks relevant to the role as required.

Candidate Requirements

• No formal qualifications required; comprehensive training and continued development will be provided
• Previous support role experience or relevant life experience is favourable but not mandatory
• Positive outlook, eagerness to learn, and sincere passion for enhancing individuals' independence and quality of life
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to foster positive relationships with clients, families, colleagues, and professionals
• Valid full driving licence, or active pursuit toward obtaining one
• Reliability and flexibility to work varied shifts according to service demands

Who Should Apply

If you are motivated to positively impact lives and seek a fulfilling career with opportunities for professional growth and training, we welcome your application.