MPA Recruitment

Employer Location: LONDONDERRY
Phone Number: 02870357035
Email: muirinn.mccloskey@mparecruitment.co.uk
Web: www.mparecruitment.co.uk

Job description

MPA Recruitment is currently seeking compassionate, dedicated, and motivated Support Workers to join our team across a range of Supported Living Schemes, Housing with Care Facilities, and community based services throughout the Derry Londonderry, Strabane, and Limavady areas. This is a rewarding opportunity to support individuals with learning disabilities and mental health needs to live independently, achieve their personal goals, and actively participate within their communities. Whether you are an experienced Support Worker or looking to further your career within the Health and Social Care sector, we offer flexible working opportunities to suit your lifestyle while enabling you to make a real difference every day.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development, implementation, and review of individual support and care plans
• Support tenants to develop and maintain independent living skills, including personal care, domestic tasks, social skills, and community engagement.
• Act as a key worker, providing ongoing support and guidance to assigned tenants.
• Monitor and report any changes in tenants' health, wellbeing, or behaviour.
• Participate in the planning and delivery of activities, outings, holidays, and community events.
• Complete support assessments, reviews, and outcome-focused support plans.
• Build positive relationships with tenants, families, multidisciplinary teams, and external agencies.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• QCF NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent qualification).
• Minimum of 6 months experience in a formal care or support role.
• Experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities and or mental health needs.
• Previous administrative experience.
• Current NISCC registration or willingness to obtain registration within six months.
• OR
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a formal care or support role.
• Experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities and/or mental health needs.
• Previous administrative experience.
• Current NISCC registration or willingness to obtain registration within six months.

Further Information

Competitive hourly rates Weekly pay every Friday Flexible working patterns choose when, where, and how often you work Excellent work life balance Holiday pay Pension scheme Opportunities to gain experience across a variety of care settings Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant