SOCIAL CARE WORKER (OA RESIDENTIAL SERVICE)

Our Mission Statement: Embracing Ability, Enriching LivesOur Vision: Empowered Individuals, Enhanced Supports, Engaged StakeholdersOur Values: Rights, Respect, Care, Community, Trust____________________________________________________________________________________________________Social Care Worker - Full Time Permanent PositionSt. 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.We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Social Care Worker to join one of our residential Services. As a Social Care Worker, you will be involved in supporting the individuals we support to achieve their personal outcomes, to build on their potential and to develop positive roles within their home and in the community. Working hours will be variable including day shifts, evening shifts, sleepovers, and weekends. (All contracts are with the service and this project is in our designated/residential centre Clonattin,Gorey). ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________Key Responsibilities & requirements:To support the Person In Charge with all aspects of the effective running of the residential service.To facilitate and implement a person-centered approach for the individuals we support appropriate to their wishes and goalsTo promote and protect the rights of the individuals in a manner that respects their dignity, their right to make choices and their privacyTo actively seek new interests and opportunities for the individuals we support to develop meaningful roles in their communitiesTo ensure the overall wellbeing of the individuals we support in all areas of their lives including health and personal careTo assist in the teaching of life skills in cooking, budgeting, cleaning & building confidenceTo drive the company vehicleHave a knowledge of the HIQA regulations and standardsExperience of dealing with behaviours that challengeExperience, knowledge and understanding of behavioural support plansMAPA experience or equivalentUnderstanding and experience of therapeutic interventionsExperience of teaching skills in cooking, budgeting, cleaning & building confidence skillsExperience in alternative communicationsExcellent organisation and communication skillsExperience of creative problem-solving techniquesEnthusiasm, energy and creativityHave the ability to deal with confidential information in a discreet and responsible mannerExcellent IT and report writing skillsBe flexible to work a variety of rostered shifts over a seven-day work period____________________________________________________________________________________________________Qualification/Requirements:Hold a diploma in Social Care, Applied Social Studies, Applied Social Studies in Social Care or foreign equivalent (validated by QQI)Have at least six months post qualification experience of working with adults with an intellectual disability.Must hold a full clean driving licence and be willing to drive company vehicleHave the legal right to work in Ireland and currently hold valid work authorisation for IrelandBe proficient in the English Language____________________________________________________________________________________________________Required Skills and Attributes:ConfidentialityAccountabilityResilience and empathyExcellent Interpersonal and communication skillsFlexibility in work duties and working hoursRespect the dignity and privacy of the people we supportStrong planning and organisational skills____________________________________________________________________________________________________Benefits:St. Aidan's Services offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:Excellent pay rates with premium pay for Sundays, Public Holidays & holiday premiumsFree Garda Vetting.Comprehensive induction training and ongoing in-house professional development.Generous annual leave allowance (pro-rata).Defined contribution pension scheme.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.____________________________________________________________________________________________________Recruitment Process:Selection will involve short-listing of applicants for interviews based on the information provided on the application form/CVA panel may be formed from this campaign to fill further vacancies.____________________________________________________________________________________________________St. Aidan's Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer____________________________________________________________________________________________________