CoAction West Cork provides quality services to support children and adults with an intellectual disability, and children with autism. This is achieved by helping each service user reach their full potential, working in partnership with their families and carers, within the community.Support Worker x 2(Skibbereen Residential Services)Permanent Contracts - 27.5 hours per weekCompetitive hourly rate including Saturday Allowance and Sunday PremiumClosing date: Friday, 14th March 2025Please note that a 12 month panel may be formed from these interviews from which future positions may be filled.For full position details and job description or for details on submitting an application please visit our website www.coaction.ie or you can email HRgen@coaction.ieOverall Position PurposeThe aim of the adult services programmes within the Adult Services Centres is to develop a range of skills with a view towards increasing innovation, independence and a sense of achievement for people that avail of our services. The programmes contain vocational training and social and recreational activities. The role of the Support Workers is to assist the Instructor and/or Social Care Leader in planning, developing, implementing and reviewing specified programmes in line with the ethos of the organisation. Support workers should directly support and assist the people that uses our services in completing activities of daily living including personal care tasks (clothing, feeding, toileting and general hygiene).Main ResponsibilitiesTo be aware of the individuality of each person i.e. their interests, likes/dislikes, abilities, and their means of communication.To at all times treat the person that use our service with dignity and respect.To promote a friendly and supportive environment in the training and employment centre/group home.To be aware of the ability level of each person and actively encourage greater independence.To provide the highest possible standard of care at all areas and develop a caring relationship with each person that use our service.In as far as possible to incorporate that person’s interests into the daily programme.To assist in the personal care of people using our services where appropriate. (i.e. clothing, feeding, toileting and general hygiene)To report all accidents, incidents and complaints in the appropriate manner.To be an active advocate for the people using our service.To be involved in recreational activities and hobbies.To ensure that confidentiality is maintained at all times.To assist with recreational activities i.e. outings, Special Olympics, etc.To work as part of a multi-disciplinary team within the ethos of the organisation.To liaise with other relevant staff.To assist in the maintenance of the adult services centre / group home.To be familiar with CoAction’s policies and procedures.To be familiar with Health and Safety regulations and policies and to carry out any tasks or safety measures that may be laid down.To ensure safety and safe working conditions in the workplace.To ensure the group wear protective clothing and use protective machinery where required.To ensure the group are trained fully in the use of any relevant machinery or tools and to ensure the group have health and safety awareness.To report any defective /faulty equipment.To contribute in a positive and energetic manner to the overall development of CoAction and the services it provides.To attend to parents and other visitors to the Adult Services centre with courtesy, tact and consideration.To follow cash handling procedures as determined by the manager and/ or the accounts departmentTo supervise meals together with other staff and to assist in recreational activities as required. To carry out escort duties as required.To drive Company vehicles as required.To develop relevant skills and abilities by taking part in training courses.Essential Qualifications FETAC level 5 in Healthcare or an equivalent qualificationA relevant qualification in: Learning Disabilities, Social Studies, Social Sciences, Nursing, or ChildcareFirst AidDesirable QualificationsFETAC level 6 Train the Trainer qualification Essential Skills Good communication skillsTeam workerCaring skillsAdvocacyA positive attitudeThe ability to carry out intimate and personal care with service users who have varying needs.Ability to support someone in learning new skills and maintaining current skills and ability Essential Experience Experience of working in a care settingExperience of working within a teamExperience of working in the area of intellectual disabilityExperience of working with craft and craft materialsPrevious catering experiencePrevious horticultural experience.Previous experience of working with service users in community settings Key Competencies (i.e. what are the key skills that are required to do this job)A caring disposition The ability to carry out intimate and personal careGood communication skills.Team workAdvocacyPositive natureThis job description indicates the main functions and responsibilities of the post and is subject to review and amendment in light of changing circumstances and may include other duties and responsibilities as may be determined from time to time by the Director of Services/CEO or designated Line Manager. You will be given as much notice of such changes as possible. It is CoAction’s policy to review job descriptions on a regular basis. CoAction West Cork is an equal opportunity employer