each student to develop their fullest potential according to their
individual ability and desire within an inclusive, community based
environment.__ __DAV aims to provide an inclusive, person centred
education __and training __program that promotes the ability of all
students to learn and engage in learning activities that improve self
esteem, confidence and everyday life.
We believe that with the right supports every individual can achieve
their potential and fulfilment. DAV advocates equality, ability and
inclusion._
PART-TIME HEALTH CARE WORKER
RTC
_SPECIFIED PURPOSE CONTRACT_
Specified Purpose Contract, part-time **Apply on the website** hours
per week (Monday to Saturday roster 9.**Apply on the website**am-8pm).
Flexibility to work some evening & weekends is essential. A Health
Care Worker in Developing Alternative Values is responsible for
supporting the individual goals of adults through a Person Centred
Planning (PCP) process based on HSE New Directions Policy, as well as
providing individualised personal care support as required
_This role will be based in DAV, Prussia St, D7_
THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WILL:
* Have a minimum relevant care qualification such as Health Care
Support or equivalent ? minimum QQI Full Major Award Level 5 is
essential
* Personal care experience with adults including toileting and
hygiene
* Client moving and handling
* Have the ability to plan and implement suitable activities in
partnership with adults
* Ability to work on their own initiative
* Good written and verbal communications skills
* Have a good awareness of health & safety issues
* Proficient IT skills to include Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word
applications.
* Be a creative and innovative team member with a strong commitment
to the empowerment of people who have a disability
* Be open to working with small groups in a classroom environment
* Take part in any further training required by a DAV staff member
* First Aid Responder
THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA ARE DESIRABLE BUT NOT ESSENTIAL:
* A working knowledge of the New Directions policy
* At least six months experience of working with adults with
disabilities.
* The ability to plan and work with adults and their supports to
ensure a meaningful day in line with their aspirations
* Acting as a Key Worker for adults with disabilities
* Risk Assessment experience
_Informal enquiries to DAV Director Dr Suzanne Nolan, **Apply on the
website**. Department of Health Salary Scale, Healthcare Assistant
(Salary range ?**Apply on the website**,**Apply on the website** to
?**Apply on the website**,**Apply on the website** pro-rata).
Applicants must demonstrate in their CV and supporting documentation
how they meet the above criteria as short-listing will apply. A panel
may be created for future vacancies in Adult Services. Please forward
a letter of application quoting reference number with a full CV to; Dr
Suzanne Nolan, DAV, Holy Family Parish Centre, **Apply on the
website**/**Apply on the website** Prussia St, Dublin 7. Telephone
**Apply on the website**, email **Apply on the website**. _
_Applications must be received on or before 5pm, Friday, **Apply on
the website**st August, **Apply on the website**. Please note
interviews will take place on Thursday, **Apply on the website**th
August._
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Health
