We are looking for a Social Care Worker to join our expanding team, we are currently recruiting for a relief position that will cover our properties in Kilkenny, Waterford and Wexford. Candidates must hold the relevant qualifications listed below and hold a full driving license. The successful candidate will be part of a large team and
Person Specification;
Qualifications & Experience;
Degree level qualification in The Diploma in Social Care awarded by HETAC, The Diploma in Applied Social Studies / Social Care, National Diploma in Applied Social Studies (Disabilities), the Open Training College (HETAC Accredited), Youth and Community Work qualification, BA(Hons) Youth and Community Development, BA (Hons) Psychology, Addiction Studies, BA (Hons) Counselling and Addiction Studies, Disability Diploma (Primary Degree), Degree in Social Science, an equivalent social care qualification
Previous experience in Under 18s Residential Services desirable.
Essential Competencies;
Commitment to providing the highest level of service, communication skills-oral,aural and written, openness to change.
Effective team working, professionalism, respect for others, focus on outcomes, contributing to the prevention and management of challenging behaviour and a positive outlook.
Responsibilities;
Meet with the manager regarding his/her work progression
To assist the manager in the day to day running of the center.
Provide direct support to residents through:
Intervention, support & supervision
Advocacy and community referrals
Behaviour supervision of residents at all times.
Planning of recreational and group activities.
To assist with residents casework through;
Assist with residents Individual Personal Plans
Ensure all residents are fully informed about all entitlements.
To maintain a safe and healthy living environment through;
Adherence to safety and security protoco;s
Routine tasks and domestic duties to residents
Keeping stock of household necessities and the purchase of weekly groceries
Providing meals along with residents to promote independent living
Mediating disputes and encouraging co-operation
To undertake administrative duties through;
Maintaining residents details and documentation
Participate in staff meetings
Provide written reports to the manager/Team Lead
Recording of incidents
Other Duties;
To have a positive and enthusiastic attitude at work;
Throughout your interactions with management, staff and residents
Throughout your interactions with external agencies.
Experience Required;
Qualifications, skills and experience required;
Degree-level qualification in Social Care, Youth and Community, Early Childhood, Social Science, Sociology or another related discipline .
Other Information;
It is a condition of service that all information obtained by staff, with regard to participants affairs to be treated with strictest confidence.
To implement Equal Opportunities within your daily practice at all times.
To be responsible for your own health and safety and that of others in line with White Sand Consultancy policies and procedures.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: €18.50 per hour
Benefits:
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person