Relief Social Care Asst & Worker

Lotus Care; Kildare; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A community care organization in Kildare is seeking a dedicated professional to support individuals with intellectual disabilities. The role involves facilitating personal development, supporting daily living skills, and adhering to care plans. Candidates must possess a QQI Level 5 qualification in Healthcare and prior experience in social care. This position offers various benefits including comprehensive training and competitive compensation.

Benefits

Competitive premiums for unsocial hours

Full induction training

Ongoing mentoring and support

Employee of the Month Scheme

Free onsite parking

CPD support

Qualifications

• Must hold QQI Level 5 qualification.
• Excellent verbal and writing skills required.
• Experience in social care or healthcare is essential.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate personal development and decision-making.
• Support daily living skills and personal hygiene.
• Work in a person-centred manner.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Decision-making

Independence facilitation

Education

QQI Level 5 in Healthcare or equivalent

Job description

Lotus Care provides a range of respite, residential and support services to Children & Adults with intellectual disabilities in a homely and comfortable community setting. We aim to empower people with the necessary skills to live full and satisfying lives as equal citizens of their local communities.

Role Overview

• Reporting to: Person in Charge
• Contract Type: Relief
• Location of Work: Kildare & Laois Facilities

Benefits

• Competitive premiums for unsocial hours
• Full induction training
• Extensive inhouse training programme
• Ongoing mentoring and support
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Employee of the Month Scheme
• EAP Access
• Company events
• Free onsite parking
• CPD support

Role Responsibilities

• Facilitate and encourage decision-making, independence, and personal development.
• Provide support in daily living skills, including personal hygiene, health and appearance.
• Work in a person-centred manner to meet individual care plans and goals.
• Adhere to policies and procedures, standards, regulations, and codes of practice
• Administer and document the dispensation of prescribed medication.
• Document and report incidents and complaints involving staff, service owners or visitors.
• Work with MDT to achieve the goals of service owners.

Essential Requirements

• QQI Level 5 (8 modules) in Healthcare or equivalent
• Hold a full Irish driving license
• Prior experience in social care or healthcare
• Working knowledge of HIQA standards and regulations
• Excellent verbal and writing skills
• Garda Vetting/Police Clearance