L’ARCHE CORK: CARE ASSISTANTS (WAKING NIGHTS) REQUIRED FOR FULL AND
PART TIME POSITIONS.
The L’Arche Community is an international organisation providing
residential and day activities to adults with an intellectual
disability. We have 5 houses in the Ballincollig, Bishopstown and
Wilton areas of Cork City.
Mission Statement of L’Arche:
_“__To make known the gifts of people with intellectual disabilities
revealed through mutually transforming relationships.
To engage in our diverse cultures, working together to build a more
humane society.
To foster an environment in communities that is inspired by the core
values of our founding story, and that responds to the changing needs
of our members.”_
The primary role of night support staff is to provide care to
Residents in their L’Arche homes. The level of support provided will
be appropriate to the needs of each Resident, thus it will be
necessary to have an in-depth knowledge of each Resident, their needs,
skills, likes and dislikes and to build a trusting relationship with
them.
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA;
* FETAC/QQI Level 5 (8 modules) in a relevant Healthcare course.
* Experience of working with adults with an intellectual disability
with a person centred approach.
* Experience of working with people with a range of support needs to
include behaviours of concern
* A high standard of English—both verbally and in writing
* Good teamwork and interpersonal skills.
* An understanding of Advocacy and Human Rights.
* Knowledge of National Standards for Residential Services for
Children and Adults with Disabilities.
* Full clean driving licence.
* An openness to ongoing training to meet the changing needs of the
residents.
* Currently living in Ireland
This role is subject to Garda vetting, verification of qualifications
and satisfactory references.
If you believe you have the necessary enthusiasm, competencies and
experience to bring to this role, please forward your Letter of
Application along with your Curriculum Vitae to Vivian Woods:
Email: _**APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**_
Post: Le Cheile, L’Arche Community, Togher Road, Cork.
_PLEASE STATE IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN FULL OR PART TIME HOURS._
INFORMAL ENQUIRIES TO VIVIAN WOODS,
**APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**
CLOSING DATE: **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**/**APPLY ON THE
WEBSITE**/**APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Health
