Social Care Assistants & Social Care WorkersLotus Care provides a range of respite, residential and support services to Children & Adults with intellectual disabilities in a homely and comfortable community setting. We aim to empower people with the necessary skills to live full and satisfying lives as equal citizens of their local communities.Role OverviewReporting to: Person in ChargeContract Type: Full-TimeWorking Week: Average of 40 hours a week, day and waking night shifts requiredLocation of Work: One of our Laois Centre'sWhat We OfferCompetitive premiums for unsocial hoursFull induction trainingExtensive in-house training programmeOn-going mentoring and supportRefer a Friend SchemeEmployee of the Month SchemeEAP AccessCompany eventsFree on-site parkingCPD supportRole ResponsibilitiesFacilitate and encourage decision-making, independence, and personal development.Provide support in daily living skills, including personal hygiene, health and appearance.Work in a person-centred manner to meet individual care plans and goals.Adhere to policies and procedures, standards, regulations, and codes of practiceAdminister and document the dispensation of prescribed medication.Undertake key worker responsibilities, helping service owners achieve goals.Document and report incidents and complaints involving staff, service owners or visitors.Work with MDT to achieve the goals of service owners.Essential RequirementsSocial Care Worker: Minimum Level 7 qualification in Applied Social Studies or equivalent.Social Care Worker: Registered (or in process) with the Social Care Workers Registration Board by CORU.Social Care Assistant: QQI Level 5 (8 modules) in Healthcare or equivalentHold a full Irish driving licensePrior experience in social care or healthcare.Working knowledge of HIQA standards and regulations.Excellent verbal and writing skills.Garda Vetting/Police ClearanceIND1