JOB TITLE: WEEKEND SUPPORT WORKER
LOCATION: Ashleigh House
REPORTS TO: Team Leader
HOURS: * Hours per week. Some out of hours may
be required.
JOB TYPE: Part-Time, *-months contract
SALARY: *. * Per Hour
PURPOSE: To assist the Team Leader and staff team in providing a
quality service to clients as they progress through our residential
service. A support worker participates as part of a therapeutic team
and is expected to act as a viable resource to clients and staff.
CONTACT EMAIL: *
APPLICATION REF. HR/DUB/ADS/WSW/**APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**
Coolmine is a leading drug and alcohol treatment centre providing
community, day and residential services to men and women with
problematic substance use and their families in Ireland. Established
since *. Coolmine Therapeutic Community
believes that everyone should have the opportunity to overcome
addiction and lead a fulfilled and productive life.
We now have a vacancy for a Weekend Support Worker to assist the Team
Leader and staff team in providing a quality service to clients as
they progress through our residential service. A support worker
participates as part of a therapeutic team and is expected to act as a
viable resource to clients and staff.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES (INCLUDE, BUT NOT LIMITED TO):
The key responsibilities include the following:
* To engage with and build a professional and trusting relationship
with clients treating them with dignity and respect in line with the
values of Coolmine Therapeutic Community.
* To perform all the duties relating to the facility, and to ensure
that the immediate social needs of clients are met.
* To perform the practical tasks of caring for the client ensuring
that the running of the house is maintained (e.g., standards of
living, hygiene of the facility, health and safety) at the highest
possible level.
* To support the clients if/when they require practical supports or
if requested by their keyworker.
* To maintain the structure of the therapeutic community.
* To complete overseeing duties and support clients on the floor at
all times.
* To work within the policies of Coolmine Therapeutic Community
ensuring that a consistent delivery of service and quality of
standards are adhered to in a drug and alcohol- free environment.
* To complete all administrative tasks (e.g. handover reports) and
relevant form filling are completed appropriately to ensure that the
facility runs smoothly and effectively.
* To ensure the medication room is clean and tidy; that medication
is stored appropriately in the medication cabinet, that all medication
records are in order and carry out any administrative duties requested
by the nursing team.
* To ensure that all information pertaining to clients is
communicated effectively in the handover and via email to the relevant
keyworkers.
* Be a strong team player by supporting colleagues, participating in
effective handovers and being open to reasonable requests from the
facility manager to ensure productive working relationships.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
The person specification sets out the essential abilities and
qualities the successful candidate for this post should have.
ESSENTIAL:
* Must hold a valid work permit for the EU & Ireland.
QUALIFICATIONS
* Minimum Fetac level 6 or equivalent in addiction studies or
related field.
* Working towards a recognised Diploma or Degree.
EXPERIENCE:
* Experience of working with drug and alcohol users and/or excluded
groups.
KNOWLEDGE:
* A working knowledge of Health and Safety, and the implications for
the working environment.
* A knowledge of good practice in working with drug and alcohol
users and other excluded groups.
* Knowledge of legislation affecting the sector.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES ESSENTIAL:
* Has excellent communication skills and can present information in
a way that is not over simplistic or complicated.
* Enjoys working with people, is approachable, warm and friendly,
while being clear and explicit about professional and personal
boundaries.
* Has a “can do” attitude and a positive solution focused
approach to problem solving and conflict resolution.
* Uses assertive behaviour, demonstrating dignity and respect for
self and others at all times.
* Has good awareness of self and others, grounded in the “here and
now” with good anticipation and observational skills.
* Role models exemplary behaviour and attitude – is honest,
consistent, and responsible.
* Works as part of a team supporting the objectives of the Coolmine
Therapeutic Community.
* Is mindful of Coolmine TC’s values:
* Is open to appropriate challenges from clients at the required
time and place and is open to feedback and appraisal from colleagues
and management.
* Respect for the ethos and values of Coolmine Therapeutic
Community.
* Commitment to working within an environment which promotes Equal
Opportunities and has regard for the health and safety for everyone.
* DIGNITY & RESPECT – ensure the dignity and respect of
individuals by actively listening and holding a non-judgmental
attitude.
* COMPASSION – actively demonstrate compassion through responsible
love, concern and understanding for each other.
* HONESTY, CONSISTENCY AND RESPONSIBILITY - this value is at the
core of what we believe and is demonstrated by accountability and
transparency in all areas of organisation.
* SAFETY & SECURITY – the implementation of policy and procedures
to ensure the physical and psychological safety and security for all.
* COMMITMENT TO QUALITY - by reflecting on practice and committed to
continuous improvement of standards.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Interested candidates who meet the Person Specification requirements
should send their CV & cover letter with application reference code to
Dylan Murphy, HR Administrator at *
Please quote this application reference HR/DUB/ADS/WSW/**APPLY ON THE
WEBSITE**
The closing date for applications is FRIDAY THE 8TH OF MARCH **APPLY
ON THE WEBSITE**
COOLMINE THERAPEUTIC COMMUNITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER.
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Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Health
