_?ENABLING PEOPLE WITH AN INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY TO HAVE FULL AND
MEANINGFUL LIVES THROUGH QUALITY PERSON CENTRED SERVICES IN
PARTNERSHIP WITH FAMILIES?_
_Our Mission__: To enable people with intellectual disabilities to
have full and meaningful lives through person-centred services in
partnership with their circle of support._
_Our Values:_
* _Rights_
_Promote, protect and ensure the full and equal enjoyment of all human
rights and fundamental freedoms by all persons with disabilities, and
to promote respect for their inherent dignity._
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* _Person-Centred_
_Placing the service user at the centre of our supports, services and
decision-making._
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* _Inclusion_
_To support full inclusion in all educational, employment, consumer,
recreational and domestic activities that are typical in everyday
society._
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* _Partnership_
_Partner with people who use our services, their families, funders,
government agencies, housing agencies, local community members and
local authorities_.
Cheeverstown are now inviting applicants who share in our mission and
values to apply for the following post:
_SUPPORT WORKER
NEW DIRECTIONS (DAY SUPPORTS)_
_A NUMBER OF PERMANENT AND SPECIFIED PURPOSE CONTRACTS ARE AVAILABLE
AT FULL-TIME AND PART-TIME HOURS (**APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**/**APPLY ON
THE WEBSITE**.5 HOURS PER WEEK)_
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
The Support Worker will provide supports within the framework of New
Directions, an outcomes-based individualised approach to services for
people with intellectual disabilities and autism. The Support Worker
will:
* Plan and deliver supports that are person-centred, which will
enable people to have full and meaningful lives.
* Respond to individual needs, interests and desires in planning and
delivering supports.
* Support people to access community-based services and
opportunities, enabling people to develop relationships and roles to
ensure people are included and valued in their own communities.
* Work to maximise opportunities for people to meet their potential.
The Support Worker will support people in one of our community based,
day service locations, within the Dublin South West catchment area
including Tallaght and Templeogue.
PERSON SPECIFICATION:
_ESSENTIAL:_
* A QQI qualification e.g. Level 5 (Major Award/8 modules) in a
relevant area e.g. health, community, care, or Level 7 or above in
Social Care / Applied Social Studies
* Values that correspond with Cheeverstown?s values.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including good
listening skills.
* A person-centred approach to the provision of supports, including
an understanding of the individual needs and abilities of each person.
* Flexibility and ability to respond to changing needs and
situations.
* Openness to providing supports across a variety of activities.
* Commitment and dedication to enhancing the lives of people with
intellectual disability and autism.
* Ability to work as a member of a team.
* Good IT and administrative skills.
_DESIRABLE:_
* Experience supporting people with intellectual disabilities.
* Experience supporting people with autism.
* Knowledge and understanding of the New Directions standards.
* Possess a full clean drivers licence and willingness to drive.
The role of Support Worker is significant in a person?s life. The
work is rewarding, varied and interesting. Salary will be paid at
either Care Assistant or Social Care Worker grade on the HSE
Consolidated Salary Scales, depending on qualifications and
experience. Benefits include access to appropriate Pension Scheme;
Health Services Staff Credit Union and Health Insurance Group Discount
Scheme.
A DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION IS AVAILABLE VIA EMAIL FROM **Apply on the
website**
FOR INFORMAL ENQUIRIES, PLEASE CONTACT:
Christine McMahon, New Directions Programmes Manager on **Apply on the
website**
TO APPLY, PLEASE SUBMIT COVER LETTER AND DETAILED CV TO:
Human Resources, Cheeverstown, Templeogue, Dublin 6W, or email **Apply
on the website**
THE CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS IS: FRIDAY **APPLY ON THE
WEBSITE**TH JANUARY **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**
CHEEVERSTOWN HOUSE LTD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Health
