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.Social Care Assistant x4Residential & Day Services Kiltimagh & Swinford Areas, Co. Mayo 1. Permanent 35 hours per week (day hours) Reference Number 2024-0212. Permanent 30 hours per week (day hours) - Reference Number 2024-022Further information is available by contacting Gary Dunne, Area Manager Tel: 087 3511782 3. Permanent 29.6 per week - Reference Number 2024-0234. Permanent 19.5 hours per week (night duty) - Reference Number 2024-024Further information is available by contacting Helen Barrett, Service Manager Tel: 087-1651485 All applications by current C.V.Closing Date – February 1st, 2024Job BriefSuccessful applicant will be required to deliver on the vision for people they are supporting. You will work directly with an individual, supporting them to gain valued social roles in their lives and participate in meaningful creative activities through developing appropriate supports. You will also advocate on behalf of the individual with regard to their needs and preferences and support the development of their Individual Plans. Qualification DetailsNo minimum level required for Social Care Assistant positionsCandidate RequirementsSuccessful candidate will have experience in the area of facilitating and supporting people who have high and/or complex needsA genuine understanding and interest in working alongside people in effecting positive opportunities and change in their lives in a meaningful wayThe ability to listen, to see and respectfully advocate for and on behalf of the individual with regard to their needs, preferences, rights and dreamsHave excellent communication skills and a clear understanding of team work with motivation to deliver high quality facilitation, working alongside individuals, their families and other disciplinesA strong belief in people’s rights, inclusion and equalityFlexibility will be required from time to time to respond to service demandsWorking knowledge of HIQA standards and regulations is essentialGood knowledge of IT skills is preferableOther 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 yearsSalary ScaleSocial Care Assistant Pay Scale (Scale Range €27,990 - €38,844 per annum) - this is based on full time working hours i.e.39 hours per weekEmployment Benefitso Competitive salaryo Pension and Life Insurance Scheme o Annual leave in excess of statutory entitlemento Premiums including anti-social payments on residential rosterso Dedicated learning and developmento Flexible working opportunities o Staff initiatives e.g. Employee Assistance Programme, Bike-to-Work Schemeo Sick pay scheme 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 service Further information available by emailing hr@westerncare.com
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