disabilities both nationally and locally through our centres in
Dublin, Limerick and Waterford and our Outreach Services. The mission
of the CRC is that by working together we make a positive difference
to the lives of people with disabilities, their families and carers.
Our vision is that people with disabilities achieve their potential
and live full lives as equal and valued citizens._
COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKER ? CLONTARF LOCAL CENTRE & COMMUNITY HUBS
PERMANENT CONTRACT, FULL TIME
_Flexibility to work some evenings and weekends as required is
essential as services are delivery in line with the needs of the
individuals __(Monday to Sunday roster 8am-8pm)._
Community Support Workers in CRC Local Centre?s are responsible for
supporting the individual goals of adults through a Person-Centered
Planning (PCP) process based on HSE New Directions Policy, as well as
providing individualised personal care support as required. Based in
Hartstown Local Centre, the Community Support Worker may be required
to working in the north side area of Dublin, supporting adults in
achieving their goals in their community.
APPLICANTS FOR THIS POSITION SHOULD HAVE THE FOLLOWING ESSENTIAL
CRITERIA:
* At least six month?s experience of working with adults with
disabilities. This should include management of all aspects of
personal care
* A minimum of social studies or other relevant qualification such
as Healthcare Support ? QQI Level 5 full award is essential
* A working knowledge of the New Directions policy
* Acting as a Key Worker for adults with disabilities
* The ability to work on their own initiative, e.g. lone working,
providing individualized support and supervision
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Good awareness of health and safety issues
* Report writing and strong IT skills to include Microsoft office
? Excel, Outlook and Word
* Be an excellent and innovative team member with a strong
commitment to the empowerment of people who have a disability
THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA ARE DESIRABLE BUT NOT ESSENTIAL:
* The ability to plan and work with adults and their supports to
ensure a meaningful day in line with their aspirations
* Supporting adults with significant feeding and swallowing
difficulties, including specific supports such as suctioning
Informal enquiries to Jean Richardson, Clontarf Local Centre Manager,
contact: **Apply on the website**. Department of Health Salary Scale,
Healthcare Assistant (Full-time salary range ?**Apply on the
website**,**Apply on the website**- ?**Apply on the
website**,**Apply on the website** per annum). Applicants must
demonstrate in their CV and supporting documentation how they meet the
above criteria as short-listing will apply.
_Please forward a letter of application quoting reference number CRC
**Apply on the website**/**Apply on the website** with a full CV to;
Human Resources Department, Central Remedial Clinic, Vernon Avenue,
Clontarf, Dublin 3. Telephone (**Apply on the website**)**Apply on the
website**, Fax **Apply on the website** or email **Apply on the
website**. Applications must be received on or before 5pm, Friday
5__th __August **Apply on the website**, interviews will be held week
of **Apply on the website**__th __August._
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Health
