Social Care Assistant – Career Growth & Benefits

Western Care Association; Ballina; Sur place; EUR 33 000 - 46 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive Salary

Pension and Life Insurance

Generous annual leave

Career progression

Flexible working

Induction program

Employee Assistance Program

Bike-to-Work

Sick pay

Résumé du poste

Western Care Association in Ballina, Co. Mayo, Ireland seeks dedicated Social Care Assistants to support individuals in living meaningful, safe lives within a respectful environment.

You will collaborate with families and multidisciplinary teams to promote independence, equality, and personal goals, advocating for preferences and rights while contributing to Individual Plans. Formal qualifications are not mandatory; prior social care experience is desirable.

Qualifications

• Compassion, patience, reliability and a genuine commitment to the wellbeing of others.
• A person- and family-centred approach to supporting individuals.
• An understanding and appreciation of equality, inclusion and quality of life for all.
• A commitment to supporting individuals in achieving positive opportunities and meaningful change in their lives.
• The ability to listen, understand and respectfully support and advocate for individuals in relation to their needs, preferences, rights and aspirations.
• Enthusiasm for and commitment to, upholding the ethos and values of the service.
• A willingness to work collaboratively with individuals, families, colleagues and multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Self-motivation and effective time-management skills.
• Flexibility and a willingness to respond to the needs of the service.

Responsabilités

• Contribute to and actively participate in the local service planning process, supporting the creative development and responding to the ongoing and changing needs of the service.
• Provide personal care and practical support to individuals as required.
• Ensure a safe and respectful workplace, adhering to the organisation's Dignity at Work Policy and all Health & Safety requirements.
• Promote safety in all environments in line with the Association's practices and guidelines.
• Use positive and proactive approaches to support individuals who may present challenging behaviours, consistent with organisational policies and best practice.

Connaissances

Compassion

Patience

Reliability

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Self-motivation

Time-management

Description du poste

Western Care Association in Ballina, Co. Mayo, Ireland seeks dedicated Social Care Assistants to support individuals in living meaningful, safe lives within a respectful environment.

You will collaborate with families and multidisciplinary teams to promote independence, equality, and personal goals, advocating for preferences and rights while contributing to Individual Plans. Formal qualifications are not mandatory; prior social care experience is desirable.