St. Catherine?s Association
Newcastle, Greystones, Co. Wicklow
NOW HIRING
SOCIAL CARE WORKER (DAY SERVICES)
THIS IS AN EXCITING OPPORTUNITY TO BE PART OF OUR DAY SERVICE FACILITY
DELIVERING QUALITY PERSON FOCUSED SERVICES.
POSITION AVAILABLE:
Full-time Monday - Friday (**Apply on the website** hrs/week)
Specified Purpose Contract (to cover Maternity Leave).
YOU ARE:
A dynamic and energetic team player with a passion for working with
adults/young people with intellectual disabilities. You are kind,
caring, and compassionate. You have excellent team working skills, and
thrive in a collaborative environment. You have the ability to work
under pressure and handle changing priorities. You are familiar with
best practices in Social Care and apply these consistently in your
work.
WE ARE:
St. Catherine?s Association is a non-profit organisation and
registered charity funded by the HSE that provides care to individuals
with intellectual and other disabilities. We provide Residential
Living for children and adults, Respite and Alternative Short Break
Options for children, Day Service for adults, Nursing, Positive
Behaviour Support, and access to clinical supports through referral to
Progressing Disability Services, and other related supports.
JOB ROLE:
* To support the adults in our day service by providing the
opportunities to develop and grow through a range of different aspects
of their life.
* Assist in the development of individual personal plans for each
person to ensure the delivery of effective, high quality services.
* Encourage independence through choosing and pursuing own
interests.
* Showcase the potential and creativity of adults with special
needs.
* Facilitate enjoyable activities to foster confidence and encourage
creativity.
* To assist in the teaching of life skills, cooking, budgeting.
* To actively seek new interests and opportunities for people to
develop meaningful roles in their communities.
* Actively participate in appropriate, educational, recreational and
occupational programmes.
* Facilitate and implement a person centred service appropriate to
the needs, wishes and requirements of each individual.
* Reports to: Day Services Manager
ESSENTIAL:
* QQI LEVEL 7 in Social Care, Social Studies or equivalent.
* An interest in working with individuals that have Intellectual
Disabilities and Autism
* Person-centred approach.
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of
a team.
* Flexibility and reliability.
* Knowledge of New Directions Regulations and National Standards for
persons with disabilities.
* Full driving license and willing to drive company vehicles
* Annual Leave will be scheduled at Easter, during August and
Christmas to facilitate service closure.
DESIRABLE:
* Experience supporting individuals with behaviours that challenge.
* Experience of working in a day services environment.
CAREER ADVANCEMENT:
We support our team members to grow and develop in their careers,
offering many opportunities for professional development as part of
this exciting and varied role.
SALARY: As per HSE consolidated pay scale
TO APPLY:
Please send your CV to **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE** or call Debbie Carr on
**APPLY ON THE WEBSITE** for details
Closing Date: 5pm Friday February 4th **Apply on the website**.
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Health
