Social Care Worker in Ashford | Autism Initiatives Ireland Jobs

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

Résumé du poste

A social care organization in France seeks a dedicated Social Care Worker. The candidate will support individuals with autism, requiring a QQI level 7 Award in Social Care and experience in the field. Responsibilities include developing care plans and assisting with daily living activities. This position offers a range of benefits and aligns with a commitment to equal opportunity.

Prestations

Access to Education Support Scheme

Company pension with contribution

Sick Pay & Health Insurance

Paid Maternity and Paternity leave

22 days annual leave

Premium rates for evening and weekend work

Employee Assistance Programme

Birthday off

Discount scheme with local pharmacy

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Full QQI level 7 Award in Social Care or equivalent.
• At least 6 months experience with complex needs.
• Eligible for CORU registration as a Social Care Worker.

Responsabilités

• Support individuals with daily living activities.
• Develop and implement care plans.
• Engage individuals in community activities.

Connaissances

Knowledge of current legislation

Understanding of needs and rights of individuals with autism

Ability to work on own initiative

Experience in developing support plans

Fluent English and communication skills

Formation

QQI level 7 Award in Social Care

Relevant 3rd level qualification

Description du poste

Autism Initiatives Ireland provides specialist autism services for adults across Residential, Respite, Day, and Community Support Services. Our vision is that through supportive action people with autism can learn, develop and have ownership over their own lives. We work alongside our colleagues in the UK to positively support autistic people and their families.

Description

Social Care Worker - Residential

Ashford, Co. Wicklow

Job reference: SCW_COISAC_2609

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) desirable
• Permission to work in Ireland essential

Schedule

Staff are required to work shifts on a rota basis including evenings and weekends and waking night duty shifts.

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