Camphill Communities of Ireland (CCoI) are recruiting for Social Care Worker.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is looking for a new challenge as a social care professional to work with people with an intellectual disability.
Purpose of Post
The prime consideration at all times must be for the welfare and wellbeing of the residents. This position requires a high degree of professionalism, understanding, and commitment to the residents and Camphill Communities of Ireland.
Key Responsibilities
* Advocacy & Rights:
o Respect each person who uses the services as an equal citizen.
o Uphold and respect the human, legal, and constitutional rights of each person who uses the service, recognising their individuality and equality.
o Facilitate, encourage, and develop the choice and decision-making skills of people who use the services.
o Facilitate, encourage, and develop the self-advocacy skills of people who use services.
o Enable each individual supported by the services to pursue and maintain their individual hobbies and interests.
* Person Centred Support for Living:
o Ensure a person centred approach to service delivery.
o In the context of the individual person centred plans support people who use the service with aspects of individual and group service responses.
o Act as a Key Worker for specific individuals.
o Develop and implement person centred plans for those individuals for whom you act as key worker.
o Ensure all medical appointments are coordinated and supported.
* Management and Leadership:
o Ensure that all legislative, CCoI policies, and regulatory requirements are adhered to.
o Ensure that all records in relation to individuals who use services are up to date and correctly filed.
o Coordinate the house team by ensuring that there is always adequate cover for resident's support.
Requirements
Applicants must hold a minimum of a Level 7 on the QQI Framework - BA in Social Care Studies or equivalent qualification in Health or Social Care.
Have 1 year's experience of working with vulnerable adults or adults with intellectual disabilities.
An understanding of current policy and developments at national and sectoral level in relation to Social Care within disability services.
A full driver's licence and availability of own car is an essential requirement.
What we offer
Competitive salary with Sunday and Bank Holiday premiums.
Career progression opportunities.
Work/life balance.
Paid annual leave.
Refer a friend scheme.
Employee Assist Programme offering advice and counselling.
Death in Service Benefit.
Paid mandatory training.
Paid travel expenses.
Details of Role
Salary Scale: €36,379 - €52,445 per annum (based on a 40 hour week).
Location: Callan, Co Kilkenny.
Duration: Fulltime 40 hours per week.
Closing date: 9am Monday 24th March 2025.