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Support Workers & Psychology Project Workers

Supported Independent Living – New Single-Occupancy Service (Day & Overnight Shifts)

We are recruiting

• Support Workers and
• Psychology Project Workers

to join a new, single-occupancy Supported Independent Living service.

This service is being developed from the ground up to provide a bespoke, wrap-around support model, designed in close collaboration with the person being supported and guided by psychology-led, evidence-based approaches.

A central and essential part of these roles is the ability to build and maintain a respectful, professional, and trusting relationship with the person we support. This relationship underpins all aspects of support, decision-making, and daily practice.

About the Service

This is a single-occupancy service, meaning staff will work with one individual, allowing time to develop consistency, understanding, and meaningful professional relationships.

• Daytime supports will be delivered in line with the New Directions framework, focusing on inclusion, choice, community participation, and personal development
• Evening and overnight supports will promote safety, consistency, and wellbeing within the home environment

The service is:

• Strongly person-centred and rights-based
• Built on respect, dignity, and collaboration
• Guided by a psychology-led framework
• Supported by a Team Leader, psychology team, trainers, and operational staff
• Designed to evolve in response to the person’s needs, preferences, and life goals

The service may become subject to registration with HIQA in the future.

Roles Available

• Support Workers

Support Workers will provide hands-on, day-to-day support while building a consistent, respectful relationship with the person supported. Supports will reflect HSE New Directions principles during the day and a homely, supportive approach during evenings and nights.

• Psychology Project Workers

Psychology Project Workers are primarily hands-on support roles, working directly with the person supported on a daily basis.

In addition, they will:

• Work closely with the psychology team to support the implementation of psychologically informed strategies
• Help translate guidance into everyday, relationship-based practice
• Contribute to reflective learning and service development

This role is well suited to candidates with an interest in psychology who value frontline, relationship-based support.

Key Responsibilities (Both Roles)Relationship-Based, Person-Centred Support

• Build and maintain a respectful, professional, and trusting relationship with the person supported
• Take time to understand the individual’s communication style, preferences, routines, and goals
• Support choice, autonomy, dignity, and personal boundaries
• Ensure the person’s voice remains central to all decisions

Daytime Support (New Directions Focus)

• Support meaningful daily activities aligned with the New Directions framework
• Promote community inclusion, skill development, and valued social roles
• Encourage independence and participation in ordinary community life

Evening & Overnight Support

• Provide calm, consistent, and respectful support within the home
• Promote safety, comfort, and emotional wellbeing
• Maintain clear communication and accurate recording during overnight shifts

Psychology-Led Practice

• Work in line with guidance from the psychology team
• Support consistent implementation of agreed strategies
• Engage in reflective practice and learning
• Contribute to trauma-informed and psychologically safe approaches

Teamwork, Quality & Safeguarding

• Work collaboratively with the Team Leader, psychology team, trainers, and colleagues
• Participate in handovers, supervision, and team meetings
• Uphold safeguarding, dignity, and professional standards
• Follow policies, procedures, and best practice guidelines

Training & Support

All staff will receive:

• Comprehensive induction
• Training in Studio 3 philosophies and approaches
• Ongoing guidance and mentoring from the psychology team
• Regular supervision and opportunities for reflective practice and professional development

Shifts & Working Hours

• Day shifts and overnight shifts available
• Rosters designed to promote consistency and continuity of relationships
• Flexibility is essential within a single-occupancy service

Essential Criteria (Both Roles)

• Experience working in disability, social care, mental health, or related settings
• Demonstrated ability to build respectful, professional relationships with people supported
• Commitment to person-centred, rights-based, and inclusive practice
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to engage in training, reflective practice, and supervision
• Full clean driving licence
• Ability to work day and/or overnight shifts

Desirable Criteria

• Experience working within the New Directions framework
• Experience in a psychology-led or multidisciplinary service
• Understanding of trauma-informed or positive behaviour support approaches
• Relevant qualification (or working towards) in social care, psychology, or a related field
• Experience working in a regulated or registered service

Why Join This Service?

• Opportunity to be part of a new service from the beginning
• Work in a single-occupancy setting where relationships genuinely matter
• Meaningful daytime work aligned with New Directions principles
• Strong support from psychology, training, and leadership teams
• Studio 3 training and ongoing learning opportunities
• A reflective, respectful, and values-driven work environment

Salary

Competitive and commensurate with experience and role. Additional payments apply for overnight & Sunday shifts.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: €15.50-€17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 17.5 – 39 per week

Work Location: In person