WINDMILL THERAPEUTIC TRAINING UNIT CLG (WINDMILL)
SOCIAL CARE WORKER (SOCIAL CARE KEY WORKER)
THE ORGANISATION
Windmill supports adults with intellectual disability. Our mission is
to empower the people we support, by providing a service which
enhances their lives through a responsive, proactive and collaborative
approach to meeting their needs, wishes and choices.
Windmill is recruiting for the position of _Social Care Key Worker
_(Key Worker) to work in Windmill?s Day Service programmes.
THE POSITION
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons who wish to
be considered for appointment to the above-mentioned position. The Key
Worker will be committed to the provision of a quality human rights
based social model of service provision and to the concept of working
in partnership with people embracing the person-centred therapeutic
relationship in the delivery of supports.
WHAT THE POSITION INVOLVES
The position requires supporting adults with intellectual disability
who may have multiple complex needs, ensuring that all receive quality
supports, aimed at increasing the independence and autonomy of each
person.
Providing support as a Key Worker for several Key People, taking
responsibility for the coordination and facilitation of each Key
Person?s individual Personal Centred Planning process. Facilitate
the effective running of Windmill programmes and working as part of a
team to provide supports to all those who access Windmill.
The successful candidates will have the ability to operate
independently with good initiative, and also have the ability to work
effectively as a member of a team. As Key Worker, you and the team
will provide care and support as required, within service locations
and into community as appropriate to the individualised goals of each
person. You and the team will support individuals? safety, security,
emotional and physical well-being as appropriate whilst observing the
rules of confidentiality.
Staff must carry out their duties with regard to Windmill?s ethos
and philosophy, Windmill?s Policies & Procedures and National Policy
& Procedures, National Legislation, Social Policy _New Directions _and
its _Interim Standards._
Windmill provides a Social and Human Rights-based model of practice.
The Therapeutic, Person-Centred Relationship being the theory which
underpins our work providing supports to people.
WHAT THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE MUST HAVE:
* Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Studies/Social Care or
equivalent (level 7)
* A proven track record in the delivery of Person-Centred services
and supports
* A minimum of 1-year experience working with people who have an
intellectual disability
* Excellent knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation
* Excellent knowledge of _New Directions and Interim Standards _and
all other relevant legislation
* Excellent knowledge and understanding of National Policies
relevant to the work including Safeguarding and Protection of
Vulnerable Adults and Children First.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Must be of good character
* Good health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of
ability to render regular and efficient service.
* A Full Clean Driver?s License is preferable
AS WELL AS THE ESSENTIAL CRITERIA AS OUTLINED ABOVE, APPLICANTS MUST
POSSESS THE FOLLOWING:
* Demonstrate flexible attitude to work which responds to the
changing needs of service provision/supports
* Demonstrate a personal philosophy and approach to the work which
is in line with the ethos and philosophy of Windmill
* Demonstrate ability to work within a wider continuum of service
delivery/provision.
* Capacity to ensure the organisational policies and procedures that
support the needs-led nature of the practice in Windmill
* Have the capacity to form good therapeutic relationships and
support the self-advocacy of those who access the service.
* Good communication skills facilitating effective communication and
acting as the main point of contact for Key people, their families /
carers, circles of support and Windmill
SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS MUST
* Adhere to Windmill Policies and current best practice in working
with people with disabilities
* Advocate on behalf of the person where appropriate
* Monitor and evaluate all programmes and activities in accordance
with Windmill policy and best practice.
* Participate in all relevant training opportunities where
appropriate
* Work as a member of a team and as a lone worker utilising
excellent communication skills
* Contribute to the development, coordination, implementation and
review of Person-Centred Planning
* Ensure that reports and records are maintained as appropriate in
line with Windmill?s procedures and systems whilst ensuring
confidentiality and GDPR best practice
* Any other duties as assigned by Windmill management
* To have a high degree of understanding and commitment to the
person and to positively promote and support independent living and
community integration
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The successful candidates will only be appointed after successful
completion of Garda vetting and reference checks.
The successful candidate will be required to attend a pre-employment
medical, to provide satisfactory references, satisfactorily complete
Garda Vetting/Oversees Policy Vetting.
If you believe you have the necessary enthusiasm, drive and commitment
and have the skills required for this role, please contact Windmill
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Joan MacDonald
Head of Windmill
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
