SOCIAL CARE WORKER Job Title:
SOCIAL CARE WORKER
Closing Date: 6/1/2025
Location:
Patrickswell, County Limerick
Job Type:
Specific Purpose
Job Hours:
Part Time (25 hours)
A commitment to living the values of Teamwork, Respect, Dignity, Justice, Advocacy and Quality.
We are an independent voluntary organisation providing services and support for people with disabilities and their families for more than 70 years.
Our work positively impacts the lives of over 10,000 people with disabilities, equipping them with the confidence, skills, and self-belief to achieve their expressed goals.
Job Purpose:
To provide an individualised service to children with a diagnosis of intellectual disability and/or Autism Spectrum Disorder, in an environment which values and respects the rights of the child in line with The National Standards for children's Residential Services and Child First Guidelines.
Minimum Requirements:
A third level graduate in Health & Social Care, is essential.
Experience of working in a Residential Setting (Essential).Knowledge of HIQA standards.
Knowledge of national standards for children's residential services and child first guidelines.
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
To promote the physical wellbeing of each child and report any changes to the Manager.
To participate in creating a nurturing, safe and supportive environment for the children.
To facilitate and implement a Person Centered service appropriate to the needs, wishes, and requirements of the children.
Actively participate in appropriate educational, recreational and occupational programmes within the house and in the community ensuring best practice in line with up to date research regarding childcare and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Additional Requirements:
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Good report writing skills and IT skills.
Experience in working with people with disabilities and autism spectrum disorder.
Programme facilitation skills an advantage.
Ability to adapt to different tasks each day and work well with a team.
Benefits:
Company Pension Scheme.
Paid maternity leave.
Paid paternity leave.27 days annual leave.
Bike to work scheme.
Income protection.
Health and Wellbeing programme.
Financial support for studying and study leave.*Rewarding Career *Career with meaning *Attractive benefits *Work life balance
* Closing Date:
Monday, 6th January 2025.
The Rehab Group is an equal opportunity employer.
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