About Us Stewarts Care is a long-established voluntary organisation, funded by the HSE under Section 38. We support people with intellectual disabilities through residential care, day services, independent living, job advocacy, and vocational training. Purpose of the Post Reporting to the Director of Care, Day Services, the Care Staff will be on a Permanent contract. General Duties Assist Team Members in the delivery of appropriate services to those attending Day Services, having due regard for their safety and the safety of others, both on and off the premises, including outdoor activities. Support service users in conjunction with Person Centred Planning (PCP) to set personal goals develop and carry out a plan to achieve these goals. Listen to their wishes and support them to advocate for themselves; while encouraging them to take responsibility for decisions in their day to day lives. Support the service user to carry out a swimming programme, which will include entering the pool. Act as a key worker for the service user. (A member of staff appointed to assist and support individuals to achieve their goals. The keyworker is the central point of contact for the individual and for families) Personal assistance for service users in the areas of personal needs including Intimate care. Work as part of a team in contributing to the design and further development of the Day Services Programme in line with New Directions. Have responsibility for running various aspects of the day programme and recording activities on the electronic information management system. Responsibility of the development of individualised programme of activity for a service user/s Use a flexible approach to help meet service users individual needs. Attend and participate creatively in team meetings. Maintaining record systems in accordance to Adult Services policies. Maintain a code of confidentiality and discretion in all dealings with service users, families and staff. Driving duties as required, to support the needs of service users. Individuals who are willing to drive will be given preference. Escort duties to transport service users to and from home each morning and evening as required. Any other duties which may be assigned from time to time. Experience and Qualifications Minimum QQI Level 5 (Healthcare Support) or SKILL-VEC Level 5. One years experience working in the area of disability is preferable. Excellent Communication Skills. Knowledge of New Directions Guidelines and Interim Standards. Flexibility to work in all areas of Day Services. Genuine respect and empathy for diversity and individuality. Flexible, responsible and mature approach to work. Creativity (e.g. in using community resources, problem solving, dealing with service user needs). Professional, accountable, good planning and time management skills. Full clean driving license is desirable. Benefits and Perks Financial: Public sector pay & pension, sick pay scheme, VHI group insurance scheme, Hospital Saturday Fund, Health Services Credit Union. Career Development: Education and CPD support, progression and development opportunities. Family & Lifestyle: Enhanced parental leave benefits, Cycle to Work scheme. Health & Wellbeing: Free online GP, Employee Assistance Programme, discounted onsite leisure centre (gym and pool), subsidised onsite canteen. Note: Certain benefits are available following successful completion of the probation period. Salary: In line with the Department of Health consolidated pay scales, the current salary scale is Care Assistant, €34,536 €47,954 per annum (including LSI). Stewarts Care is an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. Reference: SC031
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