Social Care Worker - Clonard, Meath

The Talbot Group

Towlaght

On-site

EUR 30,000 - 35,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive induction process

Extensive training programme

On-going mentoring and support

Continuous Professional Development

Career progression opportunities

Competitive salary with increments

4 working weeks annual leave

€500 refer a friend initiative

Employee Assistance Programme

Bike-to-Work Scheme

Free onsite Car Parking

Job summary

The Talbot Group is seeking a Social Care Worker for its Children's Disability Residential Service in Clonard, Meath. You will deliver person-centred care and support residents with their daily plans, goals and living skills as part of a supportive MDT.

The role requires a Level 7+ qualification for CORU registration, experience in residential settings, and a commitment to training and development. The position offers a competitive hourly rate and benefits.

Qualifications

Needs CORU registration as Social Care Worker.
Experience in residential, respite or day services for intellectual disabilities.
Knowledge of National Disability Standards (HIQA) is advantageous.

Responsibilities

Act as a key worker for named residents where appropriate.
Support residents with their daily plan and activities.
Assist residents with goals and education.
Help residents develop living skills (cooking, cleaning, laundry, appointments).
Be part of the on-floor duty team and coordinate shifts when on duty.
Report to the person in charge and collaborate with the MDT.

Skills

Person-centred care

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Level 7+ qualification in Social Care

Job description

Location: Clonard, County Meath

Disability Service: Children's Disability Residential Service

Hours: 7 x 12 hour shifts over a 14 day period

Salary Band: €21.65 - €25.65 per hour. Salary depending on Experience, Qualifications and years of service

About Talbot Group

The Talbot Group aim to provide the highest quality of care and support to our residents to enable them to have the very best life they can and to maximise their independence. We are appointing an individual who is enthusiastic and passionate to join our Team. To provide services in line with our Vision, Mission, and Values, where the delivery of exceptional quality person centred care to our residents is their focus. The successful applicant will be offered the opportunity for training and development so that we can achieve the best outcome for our residents, while at the same time supporting our staff in their professional development.

Purpose of the Role

The primary objective of this post is to provide care and support through a person-centred approach which meets the practical, physical, and emotional needs of residents, with an Intellectual Disability/ABI/Autism.

To act as a key worker for named Resident where appropriate.
Provide support to residents with their daily plan
Provide support to residents with their individual goals and education.
Provide support to residents with their living skills, eg. Cooking, cleaning, laundry, attending appointments, family visits etc.
Social Care Worker is part of the on-floor duty team and may also be responsible for co-ordination of the shift whilst on duty and for the supervision of other staff under his/her direction.
The Social Care Worker will report to the person in charge and be required to work collaboratively as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team in service delivery to residents.

Role Requirements

Candidates must hold a qualification at Level 7 or above that meets the criteria to be registered as a Social Care Worker with CORU.
Knowledge of quality assurance practise and their application to service provision
Have experience working in a residential, respite or day service setting with persons with an intellectual disability.
Knowledge of Person Centred Planning
Knowledge of both clinical and human resource policies and procedures and relevant legislation
Knowledge of National Disability Standards (HIQA)

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