Social Worker

Job Title: Social Worker - Supporting Adults with an Intellectual Disability.Contract: Specific Purpose contract for Maternity Leave cover (Minimum 12 months)Hours: 35 hours per weekBenefits:·        24 Days Annual Leave·        Sick Pay Scheme·        Company Pension Scheme·        Employee Discounts·        Employee Assistance Programme·        Study Assistance Scheme·        Bike to work Scheme·        Wellness Program·        Savings Scheme·        Continual Professional Development opportunitiesRole:Carry a case load, including a greater complexity of individual/family need.Ensure that the rights of the people we support and their families are respected.Inform the person supported and their family of their rights, entitlements, benefits and services.Guide the people supported in all areas of Advocacy (self-advocacy and group advocacy).Support Monthly Advocacy Sessions with preparation of discussion topics and materials.Together with the people supported, identify areas of concern and help to put plans in place to overcome lived challenges, both on a local, regional and national level.Identify unmet needs and make recommendations accordingly.Work with staff, managers and other clinicians in devising and implementing care plans for the people supported and support plans for families.Participate in multi-disciplinary team meeting and work in co-operation and collaboration with team membersParticipate in case conferences, case reviews, team meetings and other meetings as required.Support Designated Officers for safeguarding vulnerable adults at risk of abuse.Participate in the admissions and discharge processes as required.Contribute to DSAMT/ funding applications / business case submissions to HSE.Ensure notes are documented and reports furnished as appropriate.Participate in planning, policy formation and research as required.Ensure the highest standards of professional practice are maintained in the Social Work Department in line with current legislation and acting in accordance with organisational guidelines and procedures.Carry out such other duties as may be assigned from time to time. (This is not an exhaustive list of all duties but is rather a guide to the role).Professional Qualifications & Experience:Essential:The person appointed will hold a professional social work qualification in Social Work (NQSW/CQSW) or equivalent qualification.Applicants must be registered with or in the process of registering with CORU.Have at least 1 year’s relevant professional experience in Social Work.Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary environment.Competent and confident IT Skills.Full Clean Driving Licence. Desirable:Experience in working with people with an Intellectual Disability.SOS Kilkenny Clg are an Equal Opportunities Employer