Activity Facilitator | Dunboyne Day Service, Co. Meath

Job title:

Activity Facilitator | Dunboyne Day Service, Co. Meath

Company

Praxis Care

Job description

Activity Facilitator | Dunboyne Day Service, Co. Meath Job descriptionWhat’s the Role: Activity FacilitatorWhat It Takes:An important part of the staff role is to support the needs of individuals through the ethos and values of Praxis Care.So the ability to be resilient, to communicate effectively and to utilise a variety of communication tools is essential.Our dedicated staff team support our individuals to learn and develop their independence skills which includes tasks such as shopping, cleaning their flat, personal care, accessing the community, budgeting, taking medication. Each staff member has something to bring to the role and we encourage staff to use their humour and sense of fun and creativity in supporting our individuals with day to day life.Where You Would Work: Dunboyne Day Service, Co. MeathDunboyne Day Service is an adult day service (for adults/school leavers of mixed gender aged from 18 years of age upwards.) We provide appropriate quality care and support for individuals with an intellectual disability/autism.Dunboyne Day Service is located in Business Park based in Dunboyne village, Co. Meath. We are surrounded by lots of great amenities such as local parks and playgrounds, swimming pools, shopping centres, local church, local library, gym and sports centres. The service has ample access to public transport such as Dublin Bus and Dunboyne train station. We focus on person centred planning and supporting individuals to achieve their own goals, as well as recognizing that each individuals needs are very different and unique to them. We also focus We focus on person centred planning and supporting individuals to achieve their own goals, as well as recognizing that each individuals needs are very different and unique to them. We also focus on involving the individual in their own care and promoting choice, what we call co-production.Why Praxis Care:Are you looking for a career that will develop you, challenge you and allow you to make a difference in the lives of others?Then Look No Further! We CARE at Praxis CARE!Praxis Care supports individuals with mental ill health, autism, learning disabilities and dementia; providing innovative, professional, high quality support services to people across the spectrum of need and particularly at the higher level of complexity in Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland, England and the Isle of Man.As an organisation we are dedicated to ensuring that all of our employees are equipped to carry out their role. We therefore provide comprehensive training that all employees complete before taking up their new career within Praxis which will last for 2 weeks and cover all of the information and training you will need.Tell Me More About Praxis Care Benefits!Great Work EnvironmentCARE For Your Physical & Mental HealthFinancial BenefitsCompassionate culturePaid annual leave, which increases with length of serviceRefer-a-friend bonusesComprehensive training and 24/7 team supportOccupational Sick PayOperational Maternity PayPension plan – For Manager grade and aboveContinuous professional development/training including the opportunity to gain recognised qualifications related to your role e.g QCF3/5Enrolment and contribution to HSF Health Plan for contracted hour staffDeath in service benefitLong service awardsCareer progression opportunitiesPPE providedOpportunities for additional hoursConfidential counselling serviceSave on the purchase of any bicycle on the Organisation Cycle to work schemeEye test vouchersStaff access to meditation and mindfulness app “Calm”Salary Details:Activity FacilitatorFull Time and Relief Contracts available€25,836 – €35,856 per annum**Salary based on 36 hours per week. Salary dependent on experience.Tell Me More!For more information on the role please contact: orDon’t Wait!Closing Date: 5th December 2024We Want You!A waiting list may be created to fill similar vacancies in this jurisdiction which may arise within 9 months of the interview date.Because WE CARE!This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable individuals and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks including, but not limited to, a satisfactory reference from your current employer and enhanced Police Check will be required for all successful candidates within direct care positions before a start date can be confirmed.Praxis Care is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Expected salary

€25836 – 35856 per year

Location

Co Meath

Job date

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 01:36:07 GMT

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