Support Worker - CE Scheme - Tiglin Challenge Ltd

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Application Details

Eligibility to participate on CE is generally linked to those who are 21 years or over and in receipt of a qualifying social welfare payment for 1 year or more or 18 years and over for certain disadvantaged groups. Your eligibility will have to be verified by the Department.

To register your interest you can contact an Employment Personal Advisor (EPA) in your local Intreo Centre.

Applicants should supply suitable character references and be prepared to complete a Garda vetting application form.

Job Description

Duties

This is a developmental opportunity, no experience necessary. Accredited training will be provided to support your career.

Tiglin Challenge is seeking a CE Support Worker to join our Ashford Men’s Residential Programme. This role involves providing direct support, supervision, and guidance to residents as they progress through their recovery journey in a structured residential setting.

• Provide day-to-day support to residents through supervision, intervention, and engagement
• Support residents with medication routines and maintain accurate medical log records
• Assist in arranging health appointments when required
• Facilitate group activities and group work sessions
• Support Key Workers with care plans and resident casework
• Record resident activities and progress on internal systems (e.g. ECASS)
• Report all serious incidents to the Team Leader / Key Worker in line with safeguarding policies
• Maintain a safe, secure, and high-quality living environment
• Mediate disputes and encourage cooperation through brief interventions
• Assist with referrals and linking residents with relevant community services
• Complete administrative duties including documentation, reports, and incident logs
• Actively participate in staff meetings and team communication
• Adapt to changing priorities in line with organisational needs

• Work collaboratively with the Centre Manager, Key Workers, and wider staff team
• Demonstrate a positive, professional, and enthusiastic attitude at all times
• Represent Tiglin Challenge positively when engaging with residents and external agencies
• Maintain professional boundaries, self-awareness, and conflict-resolution skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to support individuals with complex needs
• Good organisational and record-keeping skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to learn internal systems and safeguarding procedures (training provided)
• Previous experience is desirable but not required, in line with CE ethos

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