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SUPPORT WORKER - ASPECT DAY SERVICE, FOR ADULTS WITH ASD AND ID
JOB LOCATION(S) SOS Kilkenny, Callan Road, Kilkenny.
REPORTING TO Aspect Manager
CONTRACT TYPE Permanent
HOURS **Apply on the website** hours per week - mostly daytime hours
however evening and weekend work may be involved in this role.
SALARY Linked to HSE Grade
* ROLE Liaising appropriately with the people we support, their
network of support, family members and other professionals where
applicable, to ensure consistent planning.
* Working as part of a team to ensure that service objectives are
met and reviewed so as to improve and develop the service.
* Working in partnership with colleagues and management to
establish, maintain and monitor standards of performance for all
aspects of the service, including involvement and consultation with
the people we support.
* Working as part of a team in respect to risk management and
establishing the right balance in risk assessments between enabling
people we support to make choices and fulfilling the service duty of
care.
* Creating and facilitating individual programmes of meaningful
activities.
* Completion of reports as deemed necessary by the organisation.
* Supporting the people we support with regular exercise and outdoor
activities.
* Attendance and successful completion of any training, education
and development deemed necessary to support you in your role.
_(This is not an exhaustive list of all duties but is rather a guide
to the role)._
PERSONAL PROFILE
EDUCATION & TRAINING:
* Minimum of FETAC LEVEL 7: Degree in Social Care/Applied Social
Studies/Psychology/Education or other relevant qualification at degree
level.
EXPERIENCE:
* Working with individuals with intellectual disability and autism
spectrum disorder would be a distinct advantage.
* Experience in delivering positive behaviour support and low
arousal approaches in a person centred environment.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
* Awareness of key worker role and philosophy surrounding supporting
people with complex needs.
* Have an understanding of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and
intellectual disability and supporting people with complex needs.
* New Directions, HIQA and National Standards.
* Excellent communication skills with proven ability to develop
positive relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
* Programme planning.
* Computer literacy
* Ability to design schedules, write social stories, facilitate
achievement of individual?s personal goals
COMPETENCIES AND VALUES:
* Human Rights Based Approach.
* Knowledge of Low Arousal Philosophy & Practice.
* Resilience, Positive Attitude & Openness to Change.
* Effective Communication & Working Relationships.
* Planning and Organising.
* Innovation, Creativity & Problem Solving.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT(S):
* A Full Clean Driving Licence essential.
APPLICATION PROCESS Interested applicants should e-mail an up to date
Curriculum Vitae to **Apply on the website**.
_SOS Kilkenny clg are an Equal Opportunities Employer_
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Health
