Community Worker Social Work Department Ballina, Co. Mayo Ref 2024-174

At Western Care we aim to provide the most appropriate care, in the most appropriate setting for the people we support. And right now, we are looking to grow and support our team across County Mayo.Why not be part of a progressive team, that’s delivering for its community.Western Care - Supporting People To Live Their Lives.Community Worker (Social Care Worker Grade) Social Work DepartmentBallina, Co. MayoA Panel will be created to cover any upcoming similar vacancies within the Castlebar & other areas of Co. Mayo, over the next 12 months Permanent 39 hour per week - hours need to be flexible to respond to the service needs which may include anti-social hoursReference Number: 2024-175Closing Date: August 27th, 2024Job BriefThe Community Facilitation service offers a confidential person centred, discreet service to individuals with Intellectual Disability and/or Autism living independently in the community and to those who are moving towards independent living. A community worker facilitates and advocates for individuals to address key areas of their lives; loneliness, isolation, poverty, relationships, sexuality, personal safety, rights, social inclusion, housing, health and wellbeing. Qualification DetailsAn appropriate 3rd level qualification in Social Care, or equivalent (minimum level 7)-please note your qualification must be eligible for CORU registration  Candidate RequirementsStrong communication, organisational and administration skillsSelf-motivated and able to manage their time effectivelyExperience working in a person and family centered mannerInterest in connecting someone to their community and supporting development of socially valued rolesFlexibility will be required from time to time to respond to individuals needs  Other RequirementsFull driver’s license is essentialAll applicants will be subject to Irish Garda Vetting & Reference checksAll applicants from Countries outside the E.U. will be required to provide relevant work authorization to take up employment in Republic of Ireland. This must be submitted along with ApplicationAll applicants will be required to access Overseas Police Clearance if they have lived outside of the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland more than 6 months since the age of 18 yearsOther duties involved (Duties include but are not limited to the following)Contribute to and participate in the local service planning process and the creative development and ongoing changing needs of the serviceEnsure a safe place of work, incorporating Western Care Association’s Dignity at Work Policy and Health & Safety requirementTo promote safety in all environments, in line with the Association’s practicesUse positive approaches to support people in line with Organisational practiceEmployment BenefitsCompetitive salaryPension and Life Insurance Scheme Annual leave in excess of statutory entitlementPremiums including anti-social payments on residential rostersDedicated learning and developmentFlexible working opportunities Staff initiatives e.g. Employee Assistance Programme, Bike-to-Work SchemeSick pay schemeSalary ScaleSocial Care Worker Pay Scale (Scale Range €33,863 to 50,954 per annum)This is based on full time working hours i.e. 39 per week HealthApplicants must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to this post and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient serviceApplication DetailsPlease apply by current C.V.Further enquiries by contacting the following: Deirdre Corcoran, Service Manager Tel 087-3565646 or Email: dcorcoran@westerncare.com  full job description available by emailing hr@westerncare.com