About Us Stewarts Care is a long-established voluntary organisation, funded by the HSE under Section 38. We support people with intellectual disabilities through residential care, day services, independent living, job advocacy, and vocational training. Purpose of the Post Reporting to the Director of Care, Day Services, the Social Care Worker will be on a Permanent contract. General Duties Provide oversight and governance of the assigned day service. Lead a team within the assigned day service. Manage day-to-day planning and activities of the assigned day services. Provide staff supervision and have a good oversight of staff training and performance. Establish and maintain relationships with the people we support based on equality and respect. Reporting to the Service Manager on a regular basis on the effective operation in their work location. Ensure that the needs of the people we support are being constantly met. Maintain full and effective communication with families and anyone else involved in supporting and caring for the people we support. To develop and maintain effective communication with all colleagues regarding the people we support. Implement operational plans as determined by Care Management. Facilitate the people we support with the development of life skills, education and personal goals through their keyworker role. To ensure that all efforts are made to cater for the physical and emotional needs of the people we support to ensure the highest quality of care. Have oversight and governance of the activities as detailed in each persons personal support plan. Quality, Safety and Governance Ensure compliance with organisational policies, procedures, national policies and legislation, New Directions standards and any other applicable standards/policies/legislation. Be accountable for all resources and budgetary provisions within your area of responsibility. Implement appropriate systems to ensure accountability is appropriately disseminated throughout the service. Act in such a manner as to ensure a safe and effective work. Supervise or support staff team to ensure that the people we support are facilitated with their planned activities. Develop contacts within the local community based on the interests of the people that you support, encouraging community integration. Be a proactive advocate on behalf of the people we support. It is the duty of all staff to report all concerns about the safety and welfare of each person we support as per section 3.2 of Trust in Care. Ensure all written records and reports are completed and up to date as appropriate. Ensure all internal audits are completed in a timely manner along with any outstanding actions from Register provider audits. Have a strong person-centred vision in the development of vocational and recreational supports in the community. Effectively and appropriately report and record any complaints and incidents. Participate in the overall care for the people we support as part of a multidisciplinary team. Have a good oversight of the personal support plan ensuring it is specific to the individuals needs and is complied with at all times. Assist in the provision of a high standard of hygiene and organisation within the day service. Administering medication in line with organisational policy. Driving company vehicles. Observe strictly the Code of Confidentiality. Comply with relevant statutory provisions and take reasonable care for their own safety, health and welfare and that of any other person who may be affected by their acts or omissions at work. Attend training as required. Good governance in reporting without delay any defects in equipment, place of work or systems that may danger the safety of any individual. Good oversight in Incident Reporting and Risk Management. Any other duties may be assigned from time to time by the Service Manager. Experience and Qualifications CORU approved Level 7 Degree in Social Care or currently registered with CORU as a Social Care Worker. Ability to demonstrate a strong commitment to the values of Stewarts Care to improve the lives of our service. Ability to work on own initiative. Experience of working with people with complex need in a variety of different situations. Excellent organisational and communication skills. High initiative and integrity. Must have knowledge of all relevant legislation and New. Directions standards and a proven ability to implement same. Demonstrate a genuine interest in supporting the rights and needs of people with an intellectual disability. Ability to make clear and concise reports regarding the people we support, either verbally or in writing. High level of flexibility, a willingness and an ability to develop new approaches to their work as a persons needs change. A full clean driving licence is an advantage. Benefits and Perks Financial: Public sector pay & pension, sick pay scheme, VHI group insurance scheme, Hospital Saturday Fund, Health Services Credit Union. Career Development: Education and CPD support, progression and development opportunities. Family & Lifestyle: Enhanced parental leave benefits, Cycle to Work scheme. Health & Wellbeing: Free online GP, Employee Assistance Programme, discounted onsite leisure centre (gym and pool), subsidised onsite canteen. Note: Certain benefits are available following successful completion of the probation period. Salary:In line with the Department of Health consolidated pay scales, the current salary scale is Social Care Worker, €40,851 €57,217per annum (including LSI).