Senior Facilitator - Day Service
Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin
Job reference - SFAC_DUBH_0210
Essential criteria for the position of Senior Facilitator
* A full QQI level 7 Award in Social Care/Studies or relevant 3rd level qualification at degree level (e.g., Social Work, Psychology) is essential
* Awareness of key worker role and philosophy surrounding support to people with complex needs
* Proven experience in the implementation and development of support/care plans and PCPs
* Available to work shifts on a rota basis
* Full, driver's licence essential
* Permission to work in Ireland essential
Benefits Include
* Access to Education Support Scheme
* Company pension with company contribution
* Sick Pay & Access to Health Insurance
* Paid Maternity leave
* Paid Paternity leave
* 22 days annual leave
* Premium rates for evening and weekend work
* Bike to work scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Your Birthday off, to treat yourself!
* Paid breaks
* Discount scheme with Cara Pharmacy
* Fantastic development and career progression opportunities, including a paid, detailed induction before joining our services
Qualifications required for a Senior Facilitator
A full QQI level 7 Award in Social Care/Studies or relevant 3rd Level qualification at degree level (e.g., Social Work, Psychology) is essential (or a relevant qualification received outside the state recognised by NARIC equivalent to Irish level 7)
Skills/Abilities required
* Awareness of key worker role and philosophy surrounding support to people with complex needs
* Proven knowledge of current legislation and regulations relating to the Social Care Sector
* Understanding of the needs and rights of individuals with autism
* Proven ability to work on own initiative
* Proven experience in the implementation and development of support/care plans and PCPs
* Places the needs of the person supported as the key focus in all activities
* Delivers support according to the person’s PCP and care plan
* Fluent English and excellent communication skills
* Full, driver’s licence essential
Who the people we support would like support from
* Learn about me: what I need and what is important to me
* Adapt their communication style to suit my needs
* Be fun and engaging as well as having patience and being kind
* Assist with daily living activities and routines including personal care
* Support me to engage in my community
* Help me learn new skills
* Support me to understand my rights and help me make my own decisions
Full Job Specification available on request
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