We're partnering with an organisation that supports people with physical/intellectual disabilities and autism with the recruitment of Social Care Workers.
You will have the opportunity to work as part of a committed team, we offer a competitive salary, and you will have access to collaborative and learning work within a leading national organisation.
Duties: The position requires a high degree of understanding and commitment to the individuals availing of our services A positive attitude towards working with persons with an intellectual disability is a prerequisite, thus enabling them to have a positive fulfilling lifestyle.
Each person with an intellectual disability must be treated as an individual, at all times acknowledging their personal dignity, according them their full rights and privileges.
Take a lead role in the co-ordination, development and implementation of individual plans in order to meet the aspirations and goals of each person you support.
These plans must be reviewed on a regular basis and a minimum of twice a year.
Undertake the role and responsibilities or delegated responsibilities of the Team Leader/Deputy Team Leader in line with legislative and regulatory requirements and New Directions.
Be responsible for all aspects of risk management within work location.
Assist the individual in the taking of their medication while at all times being in compliance with the Medication Management Policy.
Ensure the welfare and well-being of all individuals who avail of our service.
Facilitate and implement a Person Centred service appropriate to the needs, wishes and requirements of the individual.
The multidisciplinary team may be consulted where required.
Foster a good relationship with the individual, parents of the individual, staff, volunteers and visitors, by at all times behaving in a professional manner.
Ensure the one to one reviews are completed annually.
Optimise the review so as to have a good work plan process for continual improvement and growth.
Ensure new concepts, innovations and ideas are developed in consultation with the team and Management and to take on board the necessary changes in line with these.
Encourage and support community inclusion and foster positive links with other agencies and services.
Work with individuals in a way that promotes their equality, dignity, diversity and rights.
Provide personal assistance in all aspects of personal development, personal care while adhering to safe practices at all times.
Support individuals to identify their future aspirations and current support needs and consider how these can be met.
Support individuals to have valued roles which facilitate them to contribute in a positive way in their local community.
Promote advocacy through listening to the individuals wishes and assist them by advocating on their behalf and to access the self-advocacy groups and the Independent Advocacy Service.
Hold individual planning meetings and circles of support meetings to ensure that decisions are arrived at in a spirit of co-operation and to ensure that each individual's voice is heard in the decision making process.
Ensure that the working file is kept in line with the Files and Record Keeping Policy.
Ensure that supports are utilised in a way that facilitates individuals to participate in educational and recreational activities of their choice.
What you will need: Hold a minimum of a Level 7 on the QQI Framework BA in Social Care Studies or equivalent qualification in Heath or Social Care.
CORU registration or proof application is in progress Have 1 years experience of working with vulnerable adults or adults with intellectual disabilities.
An understanding of current policy and developments at national and sectoral level in relation to Social Care within disability services.
An ability to follow, evaluate and contribute to the further development of plans and methods to meet the ongoing needs of individuals supported.
Effective interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills.
Proficient IT skills relevant to the role, to include Microsoft Office Excel, Word, SharePoint, OneDrive and Teams.
A full drivers licence and availability of own car is an essential requirement.
Job Title:Social Care Worker Contract:Permanent Hours:Fulltime (40 hours per week) Salary:€38,321 - €55, 244 per annum Benefits: Company Pension