Job Title
Care Assistant - Relief
Location
Kilkenny Residential Locations
Additional Requirements
Full Driver's Licence is essential.
Benefits
* 24 Days Annual Leave
* Sick Pay Scheme
* Company Pension Scheme
* Employee Discounts
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Study Assistance Scheme
* Bike to work Scheme
* Wellness Program
* Savings Scheme
* Continual Professional Development opportunities
Role
* Work as part of a team with the line manager to ensure service objectives are met and reviewed to maintain, improve and develop the service.
* Manage risk in a systematic way embedded in a culture of safety, welfare and quality of life for residents.
* Support individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Intellectual Difficulties to achieve their full potential.
* Assist with intimate care.
* Liaise with service users, their network of support, family members and other professionals to ensure consistent planning.
* Work in partnership with colleagues and management to establish, maintain and monitor standards of performance for all aspects of the service, including involving and consulting the people we support.
* Facilitate and support individual programmes of meaningful activities.
* Support the people we support with regular exercise and outdoor activities.
* Key Worker Role.
Personal Profile
Education & Training
* QQI Level 5 Major Award in Healthcare
Experience
* Working with individuals with intellectual disability/ASD is a distinct advantage.
* Experience in delivering low arousal approaches in a person-centred environment.
Knowledge & Skills
* Theoretical understanding of Intellectual Disability.
* Excellent communication skills with a proven ability to develop positive relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
* Computer Literacy.
Competencies and Values
* Human Rights Based Approach.
* Resilience, Positive Attitude & Openness to Change.
* Effective Communication & Working Relationships.
* Planning and Organising.
* Innovations, Creativity & Problem Solving.
Contract
Opportunities available for Part Time Relief positions. Shift, Day, Evening, Sleepovers, Waking nights and Weekend work are requirements for these positions.
Reporting To
Residential Manager / Team Leader.
Equal Opportunity Statement
SOS Kilkenny CLG is an equal opportunities employer*
Seniority Level
Not Applicable
Employment Type
Part-time
Job Function
Other
Industries
Civic and Social Organizations
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