RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT WORKER
(HCA - FULLTIME DAY – **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE** HOUR WORKING WEEK)
The Anne Sullivan Centre (ASC) located on Brewery Road, Stillorgan, Co
Dublin, A * Y *, 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 Residential
Support Workers (Health Care Assistants) to assist residents with many
activities of daily living.
SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY
The Residential Support Worker is responsible for providing day-to-day
care to the Residents of the Anne Sullivan Centre (ASC).
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
The position reports to the Team Leader.
OVERVIEW OF ROLE
In this role based in Stillorgan, Co Dublin, you will be working
full-time ( * hours per week – 8am to 8pm
days) supporting Individuals with complex communication needs and a
range of hearing and/or sight loss. In some cases, the Individuals you
support will have behaviours that challenge and may have some learning
difficulties and/or mental health issues. Rate of pay = €**Apply on
the website**, * per annum excluding premiums.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
CARE OF RESIDENTS:
Ensure that the life and experience of each Resident reflects the core
values of the ASC and their person-centred plans and that all
Residents:
* Experience dignity and respect.
* Are supported to live an ordinary life, accessing the same local
facilities as others.
* Are provided with opportunities to make choices and decisions
about their lives.
* Are supported to make sense of their environment, learn new skills
and maximise their independence.
RSWS ALSO ENSURE THAT THEY:
* Get to know each Resident in their care.
* Pay attention to the ‘cues’ in behaviour and follow the
positive behaviour support model.
* Understand and facilitate Residents’ needs using appropriate
communication systems.
* Establish, through continuity of work with Residents, trusting
professional relationships.
* Accompany Residents to appointments and other events as required.
* Act as advocate for Residents – within the ASC and in the
community - who may have difficulty in expressing their needs.
* Support individuals to keep in contact with family and friends and
to develop their social networks if they choose to.
* Assist Residents who have reduced mobility.
* Support Individuals with their health, well-being and personal
care if required.
* If necessary, use Safety Intervention training, to ensure they can
respond effectively to any potentially challenging situations -
training provided.
* Adhere to all ASC Policies, Procedures, Employee Handbook and work
practices.
* Adhere to all relevant national policies, including (but not
limited to) HIQA Standards, HSE Policies, including any safeguarding
requirements.
HEALTH, SAFETY AND HYGIENE
* Adhere to the procedures and policies as outlined, to maintain
operation of each house to the appropriate standards.
* Adhere to Health & Safety standards and ensure that the health and
safety of each Resident is central to day-to-day activities.
* Maintain a high level of infection prevention and control within
the houses at all times.
* Report any health and safety issues to the Health and Safety
officer.
COMMUNICATION AND TEAMWORK
* Ask questions to check when unsure of protocols.
* Share information with the team that has a direct impact on
Residents.
* Be clear and factual in communications.
* Attend Team Meetings.
* Complete daily logs in the EPIC system, using clear language that
others can interpret and understand.
* Show consideration and respect to other team members and
colleagues.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Reach out to more experienced RSWs and learn from them. Demonstrate a
desire to improve and learn. Accept feedback from the team and learn
from experiences. Participate in staff training and development
programmes and Continuous Professional Development.
LIAISON WITH OTHER PROFESSIONALS
Work collaboratively and supportively with the multidisciplinary team,
to ensure the highest-level quality of care, to address the specific
needs of each Resident. Manage all such relationships with the highest
level of professionalism to ensure that the needs of each Resident are
met.
OTHER DUTIES
Undertake duties as may be assigned by the Manager or Team Leader to
support the care of Residents.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
* Minimum of QQ1 Level 5 in Healthcare/Social Care or relevant field
DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS
* QQI Level 7 Degree in Social Care or a degree in a related
discipline is an advantage
* Ideally a minimum of 6 months experience in a care setting
* Experience providing Individuals with positive behaviour supports
* Appreciation of the skills required to support Individuals who
have combined vision and hearing loss
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit your CV and cover letter via email to **Apply on the
website**
The Anne Sullivan Centre is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Others
