Our Mission Statement: Embracing Ability, Enriching LivesOur Vision: Empowered Individuals, Enhanced Supports, Engaged StakeholdersOur Values: Rights, Respect, Care, Community, TrustAbout Us?St. Aidan's Services provides quality assured, safe and person-centred care to adults with Intellectual disabilities. The team at St. Aidan's Services uphold a strong belief that both professional and personal values make the difference between a service that is good and one that is excellent. Quality is central to all our operational functions and is innate within the organisation.Job Overview: Relief Social Care WorkerSt. Aidan's Services are looking for suitably qualified and motivated Relief Social Care Workers to join our Relief panel to provide supports across our range of services. Our Relief Social Care Workers role will promote and deliver safe person centred care, ensuring regulatory and contract compliance.This is a great opportunity for individuals who have successfully completed their third year in Social Care with ongoing enrolment in the fourth year who have a genuine interest in gaining valuable experience and in pursuing a career in the ID sector.Due to future service developments & increased required supports, there is current/future potential across our services for Relief/Social Care Workers for career advancement and full-time employment opportunities.Benefits:St. Aidan's Services offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:Excellent pay ratesFree Garda Vetting.Comprehensive induction training and ongoing in-house professional development.Generous annual leave allowance (pro-rata).Sick leave payment.Opportunities for career progression.Employee discounts in St. Aidan's Garden Centre.Please note that this list is non-exhaustive and subject to eligibility/conditions.Why Join Us?Be part of a supportive and dedicated team committed to making a positive difference in the lives of individuals with intellectual disabilities.Opportunities for professional development and career progression.A chance to work in a dynamic environment where your contributions are valued and recognised.Key Responsibilities & requirements (but not limited to):Provide person-centred and empowering provisions of support, as per individual needs assessment.Ensure the Human Rights of each individual is exercised with the upmost degree of integrity and respect.Ensure a safe environment is maintained at all times.Ensure each individual is encouraged to live in accordance with their own wishes and preferences, and their individuality promoted as far as possible; through new opportunities, promotion of skills and innate abilities.Ensure that each individual is being afforded with the correct information to allow for informed decision making on their part at all levels.Ensure each individual is supported in the least restrictive of ways and positive risk taking is a given element to their decision making abilities.Support must also be in accordance with a low arousal and non-aversive manner.Personal outcomes are achieved in keeping with each individuals, with clear goals, steps for achieving such and timeframes.Ensure that supports are prioritised and key commitments kept accordinglyWork in line with evidence based practices.Ensure that each person is supported to live life to their fullest potential, and remain (or become) socially valued members of their communities.Facilitating community integration and participation in social and recreational activities.Ensure the effective implementation of New Directions in Day ServicesHave a knowledge of HiQA & regulationsTo participate in the delivery of training services as required.Assist each individual with advice, instruction and support where appropriate.Assisting/supporting with daily living tasks, including personal care, meal preparation, and household chores.Ensure that you work in a positive manner and professionally contribute to your staff team and wider organisationMaintain folders, written reports and risk assessments.Maintaining accurate documentation and communicating effectively with team members and stakeholders.Ensure all other practices are in place to Safeguard individuals medications and monies are exercised accordingly, as per policyAdhere to all policies, procedures, regulations and working practices of the organisationQualification/Requirements:Hold a Level 7 Qualification in Social Care (Foreign Equivalent validated by QQI)Have at least three months experience of working with adults with an intellectual disability.Must hold a full clean driving licence and be willing to drive company vehicleRequired Skills and Attributes:ConfidentialityAccountabilityResilience and empathyExcellent Interpersonal and communication skillsFlexibility in work duties and working hoursRespect the dignity and privacy of service the people we supportStrong planning and organisational skillsExcellent IT and report writing skillsSt. Aidan's Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer
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