Overview
CoAction West Cork provides quality services to support children and adults with an intellectual disability, and children with autism.
This is achieved by helping each service user reach their full potential, working in partnership with their families and carers, within the community.
Support Worker – Castletownbere Day & Residential Services
Specific Purpose Contract - 8 hours per week
Covering a maternity leave
Schedule:
Mondays & Tuesdays ***** to *****
Closing date for applications:
Wednesday 4th March ****
For full position details and job description or for details on submitting an application please visit our website or you can email ******
Job Description Relief Support Worker
This job description indicates the main functions and responsibilities of the post and is subject to review and amendment in light of changing circumstances and may include other duties and responsibilities as determined from time to time by the Director of Services/CEO or designated Line Manager.
You will be given as much notice of such changes as possible.
It is CoAction's policy to review job descriptions on a regular basis.
Reporting to:
Instructor/Area Manager and/or The Social Care Leader
Base:
The Adult Services Centre and/or The Group Home
Overall Purpose of Position
The aim of the adult services training and employment programmes within the Centre and the Group Homes is to develop a range of practical and training skills with a view towards increasing innovation, independence and a sense of achievement for service users.
The programmes contain vocational training and social and recreational activities including Speech and Language, Co-ordination – Fine motor/gross motor, Perceptual Development, Sensory integration, Social skills, Independent Living Skills.
The role of the Support Worker is to assist the Instructor and/or The Social Care Leader in the planning, developing, implementing and reviewing specified programmes in line with the ethos of the organisation.
The Support Worker also has responsibility for supporting the service users with their personal care (clothing, feeding, toileting and general hygiene).
Main Responsibilities
Take guidance from your instructor/Social Care Leader in the delivery of programmes
Be aware of the individuality of each service user i.e. their interests, likes/dislikes, abilities, and their means of communication
At all times treat service users with dignity and respect
Promote a friendly and supportive environment in the training and employment centre/group home
Be aware of the ability level of each adult service user and actively encourage greater independence
Provide the highest possible standard of care at all areas and develop a caring relationship with each service user
In as far as possible to incorporate service user interests into the daily programme
Assist in the personal care of service users where appropriate (e.g. clothing, feeding, toileting and general hygiene)
Report all accidents, incidents and complaints in the appropriate manner
Be an active advocate for the service users
Be involved in recreational activities and hobbies
Ensure that confidentiality is maintained at all times
Assist with recreational activities i.e. outings, Special Olympics, etc.
Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team within the ethos of the organisation
Liaise with other relevant staff
Assist in the maintenance of the adult services centre / group home
Be familiar with CoAction's policies and procedures
Familiar with Health and Safety regulations and policies and carry out any tasks or safety measures required
Ensure safety and safe working conditions in the workplace
Ensure the group wear protective clothing and use protective machinery where required
Ensure the group are trained in the use of any relevant machinery or tools and have health and safety awareness
Report any defective/faulty equipment
Contribute in a positive and energetic manner to the overall development of CoAction and the services it provides
Attend to parents and other visitors to the Adult Services centre with courtesy, tact and consideration
Follow cash handling procedures as determined by the area manager and/or the accounts department
Supervise meals with other staff and assist in recreational activities as required; carry out escort duties as required
Drive Company vehicles as required
Develop relevant skills and abilities by taking part in training courses
Essential Qualifications/Experience
QQI (FETAC) level 5 in Healthcare or an equivalent healthcare/social care qualification
A Full Clean Irish Drivers Licence for manual vehicles
Desirable Qualifications/Experience
A relevant qualification in Healthcare relating to Learning Disabilities, Social Studies, Social Sciences, Nursing
Previous experience of working with people with an intellectual disability and/or autism
Previous experience of supporting people with behaviours that challenge
MAPA or CPI Training
First Aid training
Experience of working with arts, crafts, pottery, gardening and cooking
Essential Skills
Effective communication skills, verbal and written
Basic IT skills including typing and using Microsoft Word
Team player and initiative
Advocacy skills
The ability to support people with intimate and personal care needs
Desirable Skills
Experience of working with arts, crafts, cooking and gardening
The ability to support people with positive behaviour support plans
The ability to support people with identified physiotherapy and/or occupational therapy needs
Key Competencies
The ability to build positive relationships with the people we support
The ability to carry out intimate and personal care
Effective communication skills both verbal and written / IT
Ability to work well within a team and the ability to work on your own initiative
Advocacy skills
Note
This job description indicates the main functions and responsibilities of the post and is subject to review and amendment in light of changing circumstances and may include other duties and responsibilities as may be determined from time to time by the Director of Services/CEO or designated Line Manager.
You will be given as much notice of such changes as possible.
CoAction's policy is to review job descriptions on a regular basis.
Equal Opportunity
CoAction West Cork is an equal opportunity employer
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