Social Care Worker in Arklow | Autism Initiatives Ireland Jobs

OASIS Group; Place; Sur place; EUR 35 000 - 45 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A specialist autism support organization seeks a dedicated Social Care Worker to support individuals with autism in their daily activities and care plans. This role requires a QQI level 7 qualification in Social Care and experience working with complex needs. The position offers various benefits including health insurance, paid time off, and opportunities for career progression. Candidates must also be eligible for registration with CORU.

Prestations

Access to Education Support Scheme

Company pension with contribution

Sick Pay

Paid Maternity leave

Paid Paternity leave

22 days annual leave

Premium rates for evening and weekend work

Bike to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Birthday off

Qualifications

• Eligible to register with CORU as a Social Care Worker.
• Recent experience supporting people with complex needs is essential.
• Full drivers licence (manual) required.

Responsabilités

• Support individuals with autism in daily living activities.
• Implement and develop support/care plans according to individual needs.
• Adapt communication styles to suit those supported.

Connaissances

Knowledge of current legislation and regulations

Understanding of needs and rights of individuals with autism

Ability to work on own initiative

Experience in developing support/care plans

Fluent English and excellent communication skills

Formation

QQI level 7 Award in Social Care

Relevant 3rd level qualification in Social Work/Psychology

Description du poste

Since first opening our doors in 2007, Autism Initiatives Ireland has provided specialist autism services for adults across our Residential, Respite, Day, and Community Support Services. Our vision statement voices our expectation that through supportive action people with autism can learn, develop and be enabled to have a sense of ownership over their own lives. Working alongside our colleagues in the UK (established in 1972) our aim is to positively work alongside autistic people, their fami

Description

Social Care Worker - Residential

Hours: 39 hours per week

Job reference: SCW_MEAD_0909

Essential criteria for the position of Social Care Worker:

• A full QQI level 7 Award in Social Care or Applied Social Care/Studies/Practice at degree level is essential
• Eligible to register with CORU as a Social Care Worker
• At least one year’s recent experience working as a Social Care Worker supporting people with complex needs
• Availability to work shifts on a rota basis including evenings and weekends and waking night duty shifts
• Full drivers licence (manual) essential
• Permission to work in Ireland essential

Benefits Include

• Access to Education Support Scheme
• Company pension with company contribution
• Sick Pay & Access to Health Insurance
• Paid Maternity leave
• Paid Paternity leave
• 22 days annual leave
• Premium rates for evening and weekend work
• Bike to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Your Birthday off, to treat yourself!
• Discount scheme with Cara Pharmacy
• Fantastic development and career progression opportunities, including a detailed induction before joining our services.

Qualifications required for a Social Care Worker:

• A full QQI level 7 Award in Social Care or Applied Social Care/Studies/Practice at degree level is essential, (or relevant schedule 3 qualification as listed on CORU’s website) with at least 6 months recent experience working as a Social Care Worker supporting people with complex needs; OR
• A relevant 3rd level qualification at degree level i.e. Social Work/Psychology with at least 2 years recent experience working as a Social Care Worker supporting people with complex needs; AND
• Proof of successful registration with CORU as a Social Care Worker
• OR proof of application in progress with CORU.

Skills/Abilities required of a Social Care Worker:

• Proven knowledge of current legislation and regulations relating to the Social Care Sector
• Understanding of the needs and rights of individuals with autism
• Proven ability to work on own initiative
• Proven experience in the implementation and development of support/care plans and PCPs
• Places the needs of the person supported as the key focus in all activities
• Delivers support according to the person’s PCP and care plan
• Fluent English and excellent communication skills

Who the people we support would like support from:

We are looking for a Social Care Worker who can:

• Learn about me: what I need and what is important to me
• Adapt their communication style to suit my needs.
• Be fun and engaging as well as having patience and being kind
• Assist with daily living activities and routines including personal care
• Support me to engage in my community
• Help me learn new skills
• Support me to understand my rights and help me make my own decisions

Full Job Specification available on request

Interview Step

• Shortlist
• Call
• Interview
• Offer

Health insurance

Paid Time-Off for Vacation and Sick Days

Autism Initiatives Ireland is an Equal Opportunity Employer