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Camphill Communities of Ireland (CCoI) are recruiting for: Social Care Worker
Purpose of Post
The position requires a high degree of understanding and commitment to the residents and to Camphill Communities of Ireland. The prime consideration at all times must be for the welfare and wellbeing of the residents. This position requires a high degree of professionalism. Confidentiality with regard to residents and staff is most important.
Responsibilities:
* Advocate for the rights of each person who uses the services.
* Facilitate, encourage and develop the choice and decision-making skills of people who use the services.
* Enable each individual supported by the services to pursue and maintain their individual hobbies and interests.
* Foster, encourage and develop the self-help and social skills of each individual supported by the services.
* Ensure a person centred approach to service delivery.
* Support people who use the service with aspects of individual and group service responses, including occupation and leisure activities, communication, behaviour support plans, independent living skills, social integration and personal care.
* Act as a Key Worker for specific individuals and develop and implement person centred plans.
Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience
* Hold a minimum of a Level 7 on the QQI Framework - BA in Social Care Studies or equivalent qualification in Health or Social Care.
* Be CORU registered or provide proof that the application is in progress.
* Have 1 year of experience working with vulnerable adults or adults with intellectual disabilities.
* An understanding of current policy and developments at national and sectoral level in relation to Social Care within disability services.
* Effective interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills.
* Proficient IT skills relevant to the role.
What we offer:
* Competitive salary with Sunday and Bank Holiday premiums.
* Career progression opportunities.
* Work/life balance.
* Paid annual leave.
* Refer a friend scheme.
* Employee Assist Programme offering advice and counselling.
* Death in Service Benefit.
Details of the Role:
* Salary Scale: €36,379 - €52,445 per annum (based on a 40 hour week).
* Location: Grangebeg, Dunlavin, Co. Kildare.
* Duration: Full time, 40 hours per week.
Camphill is an equal opportunities employer.
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