TTM Healthcare are currently recruiting a Social Care Worker on behalf of a residential service based in Wexford.
This is a full time permanent role working 39 hours per week.
Rate: €16.85 per hour (€34,290 per annum) to €23.90 per hour (€48,636 per annum)
Benefits:
* Excellent pay rates with premium pay for Sundays and Public Holidays.
* Free Garda Vetting.
* Comprehensive induction training and ongoing in-house professional development.
* Generous days annual leave (pro-rata).
* Defined contribution pension scheme.
* Sick leave payment.
* Opportunities for career progression.
* Employee discounts.
Please note that this list is non-exhaustive and subject to eligibility/conditions.
Key Responsibilities & Requirements:
* Support the Person In Charge with all aspects of the effective running of the residential service.
* Facilitate and implement a person-centered approach for the individuals we support appropriate to their wishes and goals.
* Promote and protect the rights of the individuals in a manner that respects their dignity, their right to make choices, and their privacy.
* Actively seek new interests and opportunities for the individuals we support to develop meaningful roles in their communities.
* Ensure the overall wellbeing of the individuals we support in all areas of their lives including health and personal care.
* Assist in the teaching of life skills in cooking, budgeting, cleaning, and building confidence.
* Drive the company vehicle.
* Have knowledge of the HIQA regulations and standards.
* Experience dealing with behaviours that challenge.
* Knowledge and understanding of behavioural support plans.
* MAPA experience or equivalent.
* Understanding and experience of therapeutic interventions.
* Experience in alternative communications.
* Excellent organisation and communication skills.
* Experience of creative problem-solving techniques.
* Enthusiasm, energy, and creativity.
* Ability to deal with confidential information in a discreet and responsible manner.
* Excellent IT and report writing skills.
* Flexible to work a variety of rostered shifts over a seven-day work period.
Qualifications/Requirements:
* Hold a degree in Social Care or Foreign Equivalent (validated by QQI).
* Have at least six months post qualification experience of working with adults with an intellectual disability.
* Must hold a full clean driving licence and be willing to drive the company vehicle.
For more information, call Louise on 0876845076 or click APPLY with your most recent CV today.
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