FULL TIME & RELIEF SOCIAL CARE WORKERS
JOB TITLE: Full time Social Care Worker & Relief Social Care Worker,
Residential Service supporting individuals with Autism Spectrum
Disorder and Intellectual Disabilities.
JOB LOCATION(S): Kilkenny City Residential Locations
REPORTING TO: Residential Manager
CONTRACT TYPE/HOURS: Shift, Evening, Overnight and Weekend work are
requirements for these positions.
SALARY: Linked to HSE Social Care Worker Rate.
ROLE:
_(THIS IS NOT AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL DUTIES BUT IS RATHER A GUIDE
TO THE ROLE)._
* Responsibility to work as part of a team to assist residents to
lead a full life as contributing members in their own communities.
* Work as part of the team with the line manager in ensuring that
service objectives are met and reviewed so as to maintain, improve and
develop the service.
* Promote resident involvement, consultation and participation.
* To manage risk in a systematic way that is embedded in a culture
of safety, welfare and quality of life for residents.
* To support residents to have an enjoyable and fulfilling home
life.
PERSONAL PROFILE
EDUCATION & TRAINING:
* Degree in Social Care, Social Studies, Nursing or other relevant
qualification at degree level.
EXPERIENCE:
* Working with individuals with intellectual disability/complex needs
a distinct advantage.
* Experience in delivering low arousal approaches in a person
centered environment.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
* Awareness of key worker role & philosophy of supporting people with
intellectual disabilities
* Knowledge of Health Act **Apply on the website**, HIQA and
National Standards.
* Excellent communication skills with proven ability to develop
positive relationships with a variety of stakeholders in particular
service users.
* Computer literacy
COMPETENCIES AND VALUES:
* Human Rights Based Approach.
* Resilience, Positive Attitude & Openness to Change.
* Effective Communication & Working Relationships.
* Planning and Organising.
* Innovation, Creativity & Problem Solving.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT(S):
* Full Driving Licence is essential.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested applicants should e-mail an up to date Curriculum Vitae to
**Apply on the website**
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Health
