Social Care Practitioner Residential

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Carlow; On-site; EUR 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension contribution

Bike to work scheme

Very generous annual leave

Ongoing training

Job summary

Delta Centre CLG in Carlow, Ireland, is seeking a Social Care Practitioner to provide day-to-day personal care and support for residents at Delta Centre, promoting dignity, independence and person-centred planning.

This full-time role requires Level 7 or above qualification in a health-related discipline and experience in social care, with strong communication and record-keeping. A driving licence is desirable for broader duties.

Qualifications

• Experience in social care is required.
• Proven ability to interpret and apply relevant standards and policies.
• Excellent communication and motivation to support adults with intellectual disabilities.
• Strong record-keeping and documentation skills.
• Willingness to work within HIQA/HSE safeguarding guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day personal care and support for Residents.
• Ensure Residents experience dignity, respect and choices.
• Review and implement Person-Centred Plans for each resident.
• Participate in regular reviews of care protocols and plans.
• Facilitate residents' communication needs and independence.
• Help residents identify future goals and document support needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Record keeping

Stakeholder relationships

Flexible/adaptable

Education

Level 7 health-related qualification (e.g., Nursing Studies, Disability Studies)

Level 7 Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy

Level 7 Counselling/Psychotherapy

Level 7 Occupational Therapy

Job description

Location: On site / Strawhall, Carlow, Co. Carlow, R93 Y959, Ireland
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Medical & Healthcare | Social Care / Social Worker
Annual Salary range:from € 39,097.00 to € 55,293.00

Purpose of Role

The social care Practitioner (SCP) will provide day-to-day personal care and support for the Residents of Delta Centre. The Social Care Practitioner 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 each Residents reflect the core values of Delta Centre and that all Residents experience dignity and respect.
• Are afforded the opportunity to make choices.
• Have an opportunity to contribute and learn.
• Are protected from all forms of Abuse.
• Review and put into practice the details of Person-Centred Plans for each resident.
• Participate in regular reviews of any protocols/plans of care for each resident.
• Understand and facilitate residents’ needs by appropriate communication systems.
• Assist each resident in reaching their maximum potential in independence, communication and personal development.
• Establish trusting relationships through consistency of care.
• Adhere to all Delta Centres Policies, Procedures, Employee Handbook and working practices.
• Adhere to all national policies, including (but not limited to) HIQA Standards, HSE policies, including any Safeguarding policies.
• Encourage and support community involvement.
• Support residents to identify their future aspirations and current support needs, consider how these can be met and ensure documentation is updated accordingly.
• Lead and encourage individual person-centred processes, ensuring the best possible outcomes for each resident in each aspect of their life while respecting their rights and choices.
• Foster and encourage independence and initiative and respect the age and status of each resident.

All duties must be carried out to comply with:

• Statutory legislation in particular but not exclusively the Health Act 2007
• National and Delta Centre agreed Policies and Codes of Good Practice, including Safeguarding Vulnerable Persons at Risk of Abuse, Delta Centre Medication Policy
• Notification of accidents and other Health and Safety requirements in compliance with Delta Centre instructions
• Fire precautions
• Equal Opportunity principles
• Health and Safety

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

Candidates must hold a qualification at Level 7 or above in a relevant health related discipline, such as:

• Level 7 in Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy
• Level 7 in Counselling/Psychotherapy
• Level 7 in Youth and Community or similar
• Professional Qualification in Nursing Studies
• Level 7 in Disability Studies
• Level 7 in Applied Behavioural Analysis
• Level 7 in Physiotherapy
• Level 7 in Occupational Therapy
• Level 7 in Paramedic Studies
• Level 7 in humanities related study

Experience

• Experience in the field of social care is required.
• Proven competence in the care and support of the 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

Desired Quality

• A Full Clean Driving Licence
• 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
• Mental Health Day
• Live nights premium
• Employee assistance programme
• Additional premiums and allowances
• Very generous annual leave
• Ongoing training
• Supportive management and strong team environments

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