Social Care Worker
Lotus Care provides a range of respite, residential and support services to children & adults with intellectual disabilities in a homely and comfortable community setting. We aim to empower people with the necessary skills to live full and satisfying lives as equal citizens of their local communities.
Note: This role may also be suitable for Social Care Assistants who have a minimum of a QQI Level 5 in Healthcare or equivalent.
Benefits
* Competitive premiums for unsocial hours
* Full induction training
* Extensive inhouse training programme
* Ongoing mentoring and support
* Pension Scheme
* Refer a Friend Scheme
* Employee of the Month Scheme
* Employee Assistant Programme (EAP)
* CPD support
Role Overview
* Reporting to: Person in Charge
* Contract Type: Full-Time
* Working Week: Average of 40 hours a week, day and waking night shifts required
* Location of Work: Co. Roscommon
Role Responsibilities
* Facilitate and encourage decision‑making, independence, and personal development.
* Provide support in daily living skills, including personal hygiene, health and appearance.
* Work in a person‑centred manner to meet individual care plans and goals.
* Adhere to policies and procedures, standards, regulations, and codes of practice.
* Administer and document the dispensation of prescribed medication.
* Undertake key worker responsibilities, helping service owners achieve goals.
* Document and report incidents and complaints involving staff, service owners or visitors.
* Work with MDT to achieve the goals of service owners.
Essential Requirements
* Minimum Level 7 qualification in Applied Social Studies or equivalent.
* Registered (or in process) with the Social Care Workers Registration Board by CORU.
* Hold a full Irish driving license.
* Prior experience in social care or healthcare.
* Working knowledge of HIQA standards and regulations.
* Excellent verbal and writing skills.
* Garda Vetting/Police Clearance.
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