Care Assistant Residential

Delta Centre CLG; Carlow; On-site; EUR 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension

CPD opportunities

Bike to work

Employee assistance

Bi-weekly pay

Sunday premium

Night shift premium

Job summary

Delta Centre CLG is seeking a Care Assistant to provide day-to-day personal care and support for service users with intellectual disabilities. This role emphasizes dignity, respect, and person-centred planning, empowering individuals to realise their potential.

Applicants should hold a FETAC Level 5 Health Care qualification and have health care experience, with strong communication and record-keeping skills.

Qualifications

• A FETAC Level 5 qualification in Health Care is required.
• Experience in health care essential, with proven competence in care for adults with intellectual disabilities.
• Excellent communication and record-keeping skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day personal care and support for service users in line with Care Plans and Delta Centre policies.
• Demonstrate dignity, respect and empowerment, supporting service users to make choices and contribute.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation; follow the National Standards for Adults with Disabilities.
• Build positive relationships with stakeholders and adapt to a 24/7 shift roster.

Skills

Communication skills

Motivation

Record-keeping

Relationship building

Flexibility

Shift work

Driving licence

Education

FETAC Level 5 Health Care

Job description

The Care Assistant is responsible for providing day-to-day personal care and support for the service users of Delta Centre. The Care Assistant must have the desire and the belief that the person with an intellectual disability has something unique, equal, and important to offer society.

Key Tasks:

Ensure that the life and experience of the service user reflects the core values of Delta Centre and Care Plans and that all service users.

• Experience dignity and respect.
• Are supported to make choices.
• Have an opportunity to make a contribution and learn.
• Demonstrate empathy towards Service users
• Put into practice the details of Care Plans and Person-Centred Plans.
• Understand and facilitate needs through the use of appropriate communication systems.
• Assist each individual in reaching the maximum potential in independence, communication, and personal development.
• Establish trust relationships through consistency of care.
• Adhere to all Delta Centres Policies, Procedures, Employee Handbook and working practices.

Personal Profile:

• This position is not eligible for employment permit sponsorship. Applicants must hold and maintain an independent legal right to work in Ireland for the duration of their employment. Delta Services does not ordinarily support or participate in employment permit applications, transfers, renewals or change-of-employer processes for this position.

Education & Training:

• A FETAC Level 5 qualification in Health Care is a requirement for this position.

Experience:

• Experience in the field of health care is essential.
• Proven competence in the care and support of adults with intellectual disabilities and a genuine interest in this area is required.

Knowledge & Skills:

• A sound knowledge and proven ability to interpret and apply legislation such as The National Standards for Adults with Disabilities.
• Applicants must have excellent communication skills and be highly motivated.
• Excellent record-keeping skills are required.
• Proven ability to develop positive relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
• Flexible and adaptable nature
• Shift work over 24/7.

Desired Quality:

• A Full Clean Driving Licence

Benefits:

• Generous Company Pension Contribution
• Working hours over a 7 day roster involving shift work
• Continuous Professional Development
• Fantastic development & career opportunities
• Top up on Maternity pay
• Top up on Paternity pay
• Bike to work Scheme
• Bi-Weekly Salary
• Mental Health Day
• Sunday premium
• Live nights premium
• Employee assistance programme
• Ongoing training
• Supportive management and strong team environments