About the RoleAs we continue to expand to provide additional services to meet the needs of those we care for, we currently have an opportunity within our Orchard Community Care division, in Waterford for a full time, permanent Psychology Project Worker. We are seeking applications from Psychology Support Workers with a passion for supporting individuals with Intellectual Disability and or Autism. As a direct support worker, you will provide supports for individuals who have complex support needs and who may have experienced complex trauma. The role holder is expected to support delivery of Orchard Care Groups mission, vision and values as part of their day-to-day work and positively promote Orchard Community Cares commitment to person-centred supports for individuals with disability.Reporting directly to the Person in Charge, the successful candidate will work directly with supported individuals, person in charge, frontline support staff and other multi-disciplinary team members, to enable people we support to achieve their full potential and build a brighter future. Working on a shift rota which includes sleep over & Shifts, you will work collaboratively with colleagues in the evolution of service responses to facilitate people supported in having a good life of their choosing. About youExcellent communication skills with proven ability to develop positive relationships with a variety of stakeholders.Demonstrated understanding of a human rights-based approach to supporting people with disabilitiesAbility to develop positive relationships with people whose behaviour can challengeProven record of Resilience, Positive Attitude & Openness to ChangeDemonstrates ability to plan, organise & prioritise own work.Establishes & maintains effective working relationships & fosters cooperation & team work.Essential Requirements A relevant third level qualification in psychology or related fieldDemonstrated ability to support Adults with complex needs (mental health challenges and/or challenging behaviour) in community settingsMinimum one years' experience in a support role, social care settingMust have a full clean driver's license (with eligibility to drive in Ireland) and use of a car Desirable Criteria: Good foundational understanding of psychological theories of stress, autism, trauma and attachment.Experience in supporting people with Intellectual Disabilities and Autism/ Neurodevelopmental through an autism/trauma/informed approach.Knowledge and experience of implementing National Standards and Regulations such as HIQA.IT skills proficiencyExperience supporting adults with intellectual disabilities.Experience working with social care IT systems, quality systems, high level planning and organisational skills.Main Responsibilities: provide support, training, supervision, and personal assistance to people with intellectual disabilities and autism.work with the team in supporting people with complex needs which may include challenging behaviour, mental health challenges or autism and under supervision and direction to provide direct supports for daily living and other activities, assisting team and others in assessment reports, guidelines and behaviour support plan implementation and stress management plans on behalfTo work with the person and alongside the team in implementing wellbeing plans.Ensure that a safe home environment is maintained, coming up with practical solutions to challenges which may arise here.Ensure that all supports are person centred and in line with the wishes of the person supportedMaintain proper records of service provided in a manner compatible with GDPR &Freedom of Information Act.Provide input into risk management and safeguarding plans as part of a whole team approach to managing challenging situations with persons supported.To ensure that people you support have socially valued roles in their communityAssist the PIC & Quality dept in operationalising and maintaining easy to use systems including Incident Management, Safeguarding and Risk Assessment and these are implemented locally to mitigate risk and support individuals in their life choices.Attend and participate in regular team and other meetings, both internal and externalWorking with multidisciplinary teams, clinicians and therapistsDeveloping relationships and solidarity with families and the persons natural support system to provide consistent and predictable support approachesUndertake professional and clinical supervision regarding their practiceINDBenefits to working with CompanyExcellent training opportunities and clear focus on career progressionCompetitive salary and incremental pay scaleCompany PensionIncome protection policyOrchard Values Champion AwardsExcellent staffing ratio'sEAP SchemeBike to Work SchemeRefer a friend bonus schemePaid training once you commence working with the companyDedicated team and access to a knowledgeable Multidisciplinary team.About usThe Orchard Care Group is a wholly Irish owned company dedicated to providing the best possible care, supports and outcomes for children, young people, and adults in Ireland across a range of settings and locations, in fostering, disability and mainstream residential services.The Group brings together three leading brands in Irish social care – Orchard Residential, Orchard Community Care and Orchard Fostering.