GATEHOUSE DAY SERVICES DROGHEDA
(Formally known as Malta Services Drogheda

TEAM SUPPORT

Gatehouse Day Services Drogheda promotes and supports the rights of people within its service to live self-directed, happy and fulfilled lives so that they can participate as equal citizens in society.

At Gatehouse, we prioritise well-being by offering a healthy work life balance, working Monday to Friday within structured hours and many other benefits.

We understand the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle between work commitments and personal responsibilities. With our flexible, consistent approach you will be able to pursue hobbies, enjoy social events and managing family life leading to less stress and an overall balanced life.

Due to our expansion of services, we wish to recruit a suitably qualified Team Support for up to 35 hours per week.

Personal Profile

The successful candidate will have values and beliefs that are aligned with our ethos. You will have a strong person centred approach and empower the people you support. You will have the ability to develop positive relationships with people with complex needs, ASD, and behaviours of concern. Flexibility is essential to adopt your approach to meet a person’s needs. You are expected have good interpersonal skills to influence and inspire others, build constructive relationships, and achieve required outcomes. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as strong administration and IT skills. A full, clean driver’s licence is desirable.

Essential Criteria.

• Minimum of a QQI / FETAC Level 5 Major Award in relevant discipline (e.g. Health Care, Community or Care Sector.)
• Experience supporting individuals with Intellectual Disabilities and Autism
• Experience in a human rights-based approach to supporting people with disabilities.
• Knowledge and experience of implementing National Standards and Regulations.

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Career progression opportunities
• Flexible annual leave – not fixed
• Pension scheme
• Death and service benefit
• Occupational sick pay scheme
• EAP (Employment Assistance Programme)
• Paid training days
• Free onsite parking

Please note that for each position a panel may be formed.

Applicants should submit a copy of their CV with a covering letter to:
Email: dayservices@gatehousedrogheda.ie

Closing Date: Friday 20th September 2024

Gatehouse Day Services Drogheda is an equal opportunity employer.