Care Assistant Residential

ST. AIDAN'S SERVICES; Mill Lands; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay rates with Sundays & PHs

Free Garda Vetting

Induction training and ongoing PD

Generous annual leave (pro-rata)

Pension scheme

Sick leave payment

Career progression opportunities

Employee discounts at St. Aidan's

Job summary

ST. AIDAN'S SERVICES is hiring a Care Assistant to join a new residential service and support individuals to live meaningful, self-directed lives within their home and community.

The role requires a QQI Level 5 major award in Healthcare Support (or equivalent) and at least six months' experience with intellectual disabilities. A full, clean driving licence and availability for night shifts are essential.

Qualifications

• QQI Level 5 Major Award in Healthcare Support or equivalent.
• Minimum of six months relevant experience working with people with intellectual disability and/or autism.
• Proficient in both spoken and written English.
• Full clean driving licence and willingness to drive.
• Available for night and day/evening shifts as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred and individualised support to residents.
• Uphold rights, dignity, inclusion and wellbeing.
• Support community participation and healthy living goals.
• Maintain health, safety and safeguarding practices.
• Document and communicate effectively within the team.

Skills

Confidentiality

Accountability

Resilience and empathy

Interpersonal communication

Education

QQI Level 5 Major Award in Healthcare Support or equivalent

Job description

Our Mission Statement: Embracing Ability, Enriching Lives

Our Vision: Empowered Individuals, Enhanced Supports, Engaged Stakeholders

Our Values: Rights, Respect, Care, Community, Trust

About Us

St. Aidan's Services provides quality assured, safe and person-centred services to children and adults with intellectual disabilities. The team at St. Aidan's Services uphold a strong belief that both professional and personal values make the difference between a service that is good and one that is excellent. Quality is central to all our operational functions and is embedded throughout the organisation.

Job Details

Care Assistant

As part of the development of our new residential services, we are seeking applications from energetic, enthusiastic and caring individuals to join our team. Candidates should be committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred supports that promote the rights, dignity, wellbeing and independence of the individuals we support.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a new residential service supporting individuals to live meaningful and self-directed lives within their home and local community.

This is a full-time position. Contracts are with the service.

Role Function

The Care Assistant works in partnership with individuals who use the service to support them in living meaningful, self-directed and fulfilling lives. The role promotes independence, rights, dignity, inclusion, wellbeing and active participation in community life through the delivery of person-centred and individualised supports.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the Care Assistant supports individuals to achieve their personal goals and aspirations while promoting their health, safety and wellbeing. The role is delivered in accordance with St. Aidan's Services' values, organisational policies, New Directions, HIQA Standards and all relevant legislation and national guidance.

Benefits

St. Aidan's Services offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Excellent pay rates with premium pay for Sundays, Public Holidays.
• Free Garda Vetting.
• Comprehensive induction training and ongoing in-house professional development.
• Generous days annual leave (pro-rata)
• Defined contribution pension scheme.
• Sick leave payment
• Opportunities for career progression.
• Employee discounts in St. Aidan's Garden Centre
• Please note that this list is non-exhaustive and subject to eligibility/conditions.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Person-Centred and Individualised Support
• Rights and Advocacy
• Person-Centred Planning and Outcome-Focused Supports
• Community Participation and Social Inclusion
• Health, Wellbeing and Healthy Living
• Positive Behaviour Support
• Safeguarding and Protection
• Communication, Documentation and Team Working
• Professional Development and Practice
• Health and Safety
• General Responsibilities

Full Job Description Available On Request.

Qualification/Requirements

• A minimum of QQI Level 5 Major Award in Healthcare Support, Health Service Skills, Community Care, Nursing Studies, Social Care or another relevant discipline required
• Minimum of six months relevant experience working with people with an Intellectual Disability and/or autism.
• Be proficient in both oral and written English language
• Must hold a full clean driving licence and willing to drive
• Be available to work mainly night duty shifts & day, evening shifts if required.

Required Skills and Attributes

• Confidentiality
• Accountability
• Resilience and empathy
• Excellent Interpersonal and communication skills
• Flexibility in work duties and working hours
• Respect the dignity and privacy of the individuals we support
• Strong planning and organisational skills

Recruitment Process

• Selection will involve short-listing of applicants for interviews based on the information provided on the application form/CV.
• A panel may be formed from this campaign to fill further vacancies.

St. Aidan's Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer