SOCIAL CARE WORKER (SCW) – FULL TIME DAY SHIFTS
SCOPE OF THE POSITION
The Anne Sullivan Centre (ASC) located on Brewery Road, Stillorgan, Co
Dublin provides residential, day and outreach expertise and care to
people who are deafblind. We are a small organisation providing
intensive professional support to individuals who are experiencing
significant multi-sensory challenges. At present we are recruiting
Social Care workers to join our small team.
As a Social Care Worker, you will be responsible for providing a safe,
secure, homely environment where Residents can participate in
community, educational and leisure activities. In addition, you will
assist in enabling Residents make choices themselves and enjoy a
lifestyle that fulfils their potential and expectations, bringing
opportunity for new experiences. This is a key leadership position
within ASC, supporting the Team Leader and holding responsibilities
for effective and efficient service delivery, while supporting and
driving quality initiatives.
It is a full-time role, with daytime roster requirements of **Apply on
the website** hours per week on average, worked over 7 days on a
rolling rota. *-hour shifts are in operation.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
This position reports to the Team Leader.
ACCOUNTABILITIES
* Taking a lead role in collaborating and supporting the Team Leader
in the running of the house/apartment, while ensuring a culture of
responsibility and accountability exists within the team
* Building strong relationships and having accountability for
Residents and interactions with their family and friends
* Understand the role and impact of effective interdisciplinary
teamworking, in meeting Residents needs and be able to effectively
contribute to decision-making within a team setting
* Developing and implementing Personal Plans, in line with ASC
Policies and Procedures
* Linking in with multi-disciplinary team (MDTs) and ensuring
recommendations are followed through and communicated effectively to
others
* Supporting the Organisation’s goals in line with the ASC
Strategic plan and Statement of Purpose
* Adhering to and monitoring the implementation of all policies and
procedures, including communicating these to team members
* Responsible for collaborating with the Social Care Manager, Day
and Residential Services Manager and Team Leaders in relation to
audits in the house, in line with ASC policies
* Support ASC in Medication Management, including administering of
same to Residents
* Committed to taking on additional responsibilities including
conducting regular staff supervisions and also in areas such as
practice development, audits, transport, infection control, first aid,
key working, reviewing staff training records.
* Deputising for the Team Leader where required
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
ADVOCACY
* Act as an advocate on behalf of Residents and be proactive in
maintaining their support network
* Ensure the overall welfare and well-being of the Residents is a
primary focus
* Be the primary contact with Residents family, friends and visiting
professionals
* Facilitate and implement a Person-Centred service appropriate to
the needs, wishes and requirements of the Resident, liaising with the
Multidisciplinary team (MDT) where required
* Take a lead role in organising and/or attending all Personal Care
Plan (PCP) reviews, house and Resident meetings
* Ensure that the Residents clothing and personal belongings are
labelled and maintained in good condition
PERSONAL PLANS
* Take a lead role in the co-ordination, development and
implementation of Resident’s plans, in order to meet the aspirations
and goals of the Resident, while ensuring these plans are reviewed on
a regular basis, a minimum of each quarter
* Input relevant information into the Personal Plan folder and
review on a regular basis with Team Leader and the MDT
* Develop the strengths and personal qualities of Residents, through
their goals as outlined in their Personal plan, ensuring informed
consent has been obtained from them
COMMUNICATION
* Be able to express professional, informed and considered opinions
to residents, health professionals and others within the boundaries of
confidentiality.
* In conjunction with the wider staff team, ensure that the
Resident’s daily activities are meaningful, enjoyable and varied
* Foster a good relationship with Residents, their family, staff,
volunteers and visitors, ensuring open regular communication and
professionalism at all times
* Maintain the Resident’s communication system (Schedule board,
symbols, photos and signs etc.) and ensure that team members utilise
it
* Update Resident’s timetables, ensuring time for appointments,
interventions, exercise and programmes, as advised by the MDTs, are
included
* Liaise with MDT to ensure that Resident’s updates are maintained
and communicated
* Ensure all reports and records are person centred, written
factually and up to date using clear, precise language that others can
interpret and understand
* Maintain strict confidentiality in relation to matters regarding
Residents/Service Users, other team members and the services provided
by ASC
SUPPORTING THE RESIDENT
* Work with Residents in a way that promotes safeguarding, equality,
dignity, diversity and their rights
* Ensure that any safeguarding concerns are raised immediately, in
line with the ASC Safeguarding Policy
* Provide assistance in all aspects of personal development,
personal care, while adhering to safe practices at all times,
including safe administration of medication to Residents
* Support Residents to identify their future aspirations and current
support needs and consider how these can be met, in line with the
principles of social role valorisation.
* Assist Residents in reaching their potential in independence,
communication and personal development
* Ensure the service provided is reviewed in conjunction with the
Team Leader to ensure it is working effectively and in line with
budget
* Hold Service User planning meetings, to ensure that decisions are
arrived at in a spirit of co-operation and that each Resident’s
voice is heard in the decision-making process
* Ensure that all records are maintained in accordance with ASC
Retention of Records Policy
* Be able to evaluate intervention plans using appropriate tools and
recognised performance/ outcome measures along with Residents
responses to the interventions. Revise the plans as necessary and
where appropriate, in conjunction with the Resident
* Celebrate social occasions and other events that occur during the
year
* Ensure that supports are utilised in a way that facilitates
Residents to participate in educational and recreational activities of
their choice
* Adhere to all relevant national policies, including (but not
limited to) HIQA Standards, HSE Policies, including any safeguarding
plans
* Take responsibility for delegated duties to ensure compliance with
HIQA
* Take responsibility in ensuring a clear record of resident's
personal possessions is maintained on EpicCare.
* Assist Residents with budgeting and management of their personal
finances, as required, ensuring Residents monies are accounted for and
recorded, in line with ASC Residents Funds Policy
HEALTH, SAFETY AND HYGIENE
* Adhere to relevant ASC policies and procedures in order to ensure
each house operates to the appropriate standard
* Adhere to Health & Safety standards and ensure that the health and
safety of each Resident is central to day- to-day activities
* Be able to recognise important risk factors and implement risk
management strategies, recording concerns and decisions
* Ensure all issues pertaining to Health and Safety, environmental
upkeep of the house is brought to the attention of the Team Leader/
Health & Safety Officer
* Maintain a high level of hygiene and cleanliness within the houses
at all times
* Ensure high standards of work practices operate within the houses
OTHER DUTIES
* Undertake duties as may be assigned by the Team Leader, Social
Care Manager, Day and Residential Services Manager, to support the
service
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
* QQI Level 7 Degree/National Diploma in Social Care or an
equivalent level 7 qualification in related discipline
* Progressing with CORU Social Care Worker registration
* Experience in implementing positive behaviour supports
* Excellent working knowledge of regulatory compliance and HIQA
Standards, Regulations, Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults
DESIRABLE CRITERIA
* Proven leadership capabilities
* Person centred rights focused
* QQ1 Level 3 in Sign Language or a commitment to attaining same
* Strong communication and good decision-making skills
* Well-developed report writing skills (e.g. Accident/Incident
report forms)
* Positive risk taking
* Good time management capabilities
* Excellent team player, as well as having an ability to work
effectively on own initiative
* Be able to engage in and take responsibility for one’s own
professional development (CPD)
* Committed to assist with new staff induction/training and conduct
regular supervisions
HOW TO APPLY
If interested, please submit your CV and cover letter via email to
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The Anne Sullivan Centre is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Health
