Job Title: Social Care Worker
Reports To: Social Care Team Leader
Key Relationships & Interactions
Internal: Supported Living Services; Day Services; Clinical, Quality, Resources.
External: Parents/guardians; Community Health Services; Community stakeholders.
Terms & Conditions
* Specified Purpose contract
* Salary scale € Depending on Experience (pro rata for part time positions)
* 84.5 hours per month part time
* 281 hours annual leave WTE (pro rata for part time positions)
* Award winning Wellbeing Programme
* Flexible work hours including sleepovers, weekends, and bank holidays
o 50% premium payment paid for Sunday hours
o Double time payment for Bank Holiday Hours
o €7.80 allowance paid for Saturday shift
o €70.70 per sleepover allowance paid
* The location of the work may vary within the Dublin or Kildare area
Job Overview
WALK provides supports for people with intellectual disabilities living in community supported living settings and day service supports. At WALK, we empower people with disabilities to live self-determined lives in an equal and inclusive society. Our vision is an inclusive society where communities value and treat all people as equal citizens. Our values are based on a human rights-based approach and a low arousal non-aversive philosophy.
The Social Care Worker is responsible for supporting people to achieve the vision and goals outlined in their personal plan. The Social Care Worker will empower individuals to live self-determined lives in socially inclusive communities, support families as appropriate, and build social capital in the community.
The Social Care Worker will collaborate with the support team, leadership team, clinical team, and all other stakeholders to ensure individuals receive a safe and effective service. They will support the team leader/coordinator in achieving and maintaining HIQA regulatory compliance.
Key Result Areas
The successful candidate will be responsible for achieving the following key outcomes:
1. Ensuring the person is supported in the least restrictive environment.
2. Upholding the human rights of the person supported to the highest standards.
3. Supporting individuals in accordance with a low arousal non-aversive philosophy.
4. Achieving agreed personal goals within the specified timeframe.
5. Maintaining a safe home environment.
6. Motivating individuals to try new things and overcome obstacles.
7. Prioritizing work to complete key commitments.
8. Providing person-centred supports aligned with the wishes of the individual.
9. Contributing positively as a team member.
10. Addressing community issues relevant to the individuals supported.
11. Ensuring individuals have socially valued roles in their community.
12. Supporting individuals with dignity and respect.
13. Assisting with basic needs, including medication administration, household tasks, meal preparation, and personal care.
14. Completing training in line with the role.
15. Developing personal plans using Microsoft Office, email, and SharePoint.
Essential Criteria – to be assessed by CV
* A relevant third level qualification in social care or related field.
* Prior experience in a similar role.
* Demonstrated ability to support adults with complex needs in community settings.
Desirable Criteria - to be assessed by CV
* Full driver’s license.
* Experience with quality systems such as POMS, CQL, or PQASSO.
* Knowledge of National Standards and Regulations such as HIQA.
Competencies – to be assessed at interview
* Human Rights Based Approach.
* Low Arousal Philosophy & Practice.
* Resilience, Positive Attitude & Openness to Change.
* Effective Communication & Working Relationships.
* Planning, Organising & Prioritising.
* Innovation, Creativity & Problem Solving.
Personal Competencies - to be assessed at interview
* Values aligned with the organisation.
* Excellent communication skills with proven ability to develop positive relationships.
* Understanding of a human rights-based approach to supporting individuals with disabilities.
* Track record in building social capital and achieving valued roles for individuals with intellectual disabilities.
* Excellent judgment and relationship-building skills.
* High level of critical reasoning ability.
* Focus on achieving outcomes and problem-solving.
* Ability to plan, organise, and prioritise work.
* Demonstrates tact and diplomacy in representing the organisation.
This job description indicates the main functions and responsibilities of the post and is subject to review and amendment in light of changing circumstances.
Depending on the position, new hires may be required to complete a pre-employment medical examination to ensure workplace safety. All information will be kept confidential and handled according to our privacy statement.
Skills:
Human Rights Based Approach, Low Arousal Philosophy & Practice, Effective Communication & Working Relationships
Benefits:
Bike to work Scheme, Competitive salary, Access to our Employee Assistance Scheme
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