Job Opportunity
Social Care Support Worker - Multiple Vacancies
Key Qualifications and Experience:
* HETAC Accredited Diploma/Degree in Social Care or equivalent qualifications.
* Experience managing challenging behavior and working with adults/children with intellectual disabilities.
* Ability to work independently and supervise staff/residents.
* Full Driver's License required.
Work Environment:
Rostered 12-hour shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and weekdays at residential centers in Cork.
Duties and Responsibilities:
* Resident Support: Attend to daily needs, foster respectful relationships, promote independence, and assist with physical care, daily living, and social skills.
* Community Engagement: Facilitate residents' leisure activities and ensure their engagement in the community.
* Household Management: Assist with budgeting, cooking, shopping, and maintaining cleanliness, while encouraging resident participation.
* Medication Administration: Administer and record prescribed medication.
* Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records and reports as required.
* Visitor Engagement: Foster a welcoming environment for visitors.
Health & Safety:
* Proper use of aids/appliances, reporting incidents, and ensuring knowledge of emergency procedures.
* Report faulty equipment and implement fire and safety precautions.
Leadership:
* Support and develop staff through induction, supervision, and training.
* Coordinate individual plans for residents and conduct staff supervision meetings.
* Ensure adherence to policies and maintain effective communication with all stakeholders.
* Promote dignity, respect, and advocacy in person-centered care. Handle complaints according to policy.