Role - Psychology Project Worker - Supported Living Services (169hrs full time) 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 Psychology Project Worker (Supported Living Services) is responsible for supporting the implementation and monitoring of clinically guided therapeutic interventions.
The Psychology Project worker support line management through completing clinical review of data, preparation of data and analysis for clinical review meetings, providing staff with guidance and knowledge as directed by the Assistant Psychologist or Clinical Psychologist.
The psychology project worker is responsible for supporting line management with risk monitoring and review as well as providing visual supports to aid peoples understanding in an accessible way.
In addition to the clinically guided supports that a psychology project worker provides, they will provide direct care and support to people in WALK as part of the roster which includes day shifts.
Sleepovers, and weekends.
The Psychology Project Worker will provide support, training, supervision, and personal assistance to people with intellectual disabilities.
Their role is to support persons with intellectual disabilities in self-care and independent living activities and help them to lead self-directed lives of active participation in and contribution to community life.
This role will provide psychological support and guidance to the staff team the role is involved in which focuses on an autism informed approach, trauma informed care, and person centred approach.
The Psychology Project Workerwill work under direction of the Team Leader in conjunction with the Consultant Clinical Psychologist, Assistant Psychologist, Director of Clinical Services, Director of Supported Living Services, Team Leader, Team Co-ordinator, and wider Clinical Team.
Person Supported Profile The organisation specialises in the support of people with intellectual disabilities, autism, and complex needs.
These complex needs may include mental health issues and/or challenging behaviour.
Terms & Conditions Starting on point 1 or 2 HSE 2021 Salary scale (depending on experience) (pro-rata for part time position) 281 hours annual leave for full time (pro rata for part time) Award winning Wellbeing Programme Flexible work hours including sleepovers, weekends, and bank holidays 50% premium payment paid for Sunday hours Double time payment for Bank Holiday Hours €7.80 allowance paid for Saturday shift €70.70 per sleepover allowance paid (4-6 per month) The location of the work may vary within the Dublin/Kildare area Role & Responsibility To work with the team in supporting with people with complex needs which may include challenging behaviour, mental health challenge or autism and under supervision and direction to provide assessment reports, guidelines and behaviour support and stress management plans on behalf of WALK.
Ensure the human rights of the person supported is upheld to the highest standards Ensuring the person is supported in the least restrictive environment.
Ensure people are supported in accordance with a low arousal non-aversive philosophy To work alongside the team for the development and implementation of wellbeing plans and social stories.
To work as part of the rostered system within Supported Living Services Ensure that agreed goals are achieved within the agreed timeframe Ensure that a safe home environment is maintained, coming up with practical solutions to challenges which may arise here.
Ensure that the person supported is motivated to try new things and overcomes the obstacles to progress Ensure that work is prioritised so that key commitments are kept Ensure that all supports are person centred and in line with the wishes of the person supported To work on issues relevant to the community in which people you support live, work and socialise Maintain proper records of service provided in a manner compatible with Freedom of Information Act.
Provide input into risk management and safeguarding plans as part of a whole team approach to managing challenging situations with persons supported.
Model methods of support for persons supported to the staff team Develop tracking data of stress, health, incidents, safeguarding and present at monthly clinical review meetings.
Support people with dignity and respect.
To ensure that people you support have socially valued roles in their community As your role is located in a persons home, you may be required to support peoples basis needs which may include but is not limited to medication administration, household tasks, laundry management, meal preparation, and, personal care.
Completion and attendance of training in line with your role.
Other duties may be agreed with the service director, the clinical psychologist and team leader as and when required.
*Note: You will be responsible for delivery of other agreed outcomes as part of the Probation and Performance Development System Competencies Human Rights Based Approach Low Arousal Philosophy & Practice Understanding of therapeutic relationship Resilience, Positive Attitude & Openness to Change Effective Communication & Working Relationships Planning, Organising & Prioritising Innovation, Creativity & Problem Solving Professional Service Practice Essential Criteria to be assessed by CV A relevant third level qualification in psychology or related field A minimum of 1 years experience in an Intellectual Disability service for adults.
Demonstrated ability to support Adults with complex needs (mental health challenge and/or challenging behaviour) in community settings Flexibility in order to meet the needs of the service.
Full drivers license is essential for Kildare.
Desirable Criteria - to be assessed by CV Experience in supporting people with Intellectual Disabilities and Autism through an autism/trauma/addiction informed approach.
Good foundational understanding of psychological theories of stress, autism, trauma and attachment.
Demonstrated ability to support Adults with complex needs (mental health challenge and/or challenging behaviour) in community settings Knowledge and experience of implementing National Standards and Regulations such as HIQA.
Have a full drivers license Personal Profile Values and beliefs that are aligned with those of the Organisation such as the low arousal philosophy.
Ability to develop positive relationships with people whose behaviour can challenge.
Flexibility is essential to adapt your approach to meet individual needs.
Be highly organised and enthusiastic with a hand on, professional approach.
The ability to work on own initiative Ability to be aware of and employ effective redirection strategies such as humour and think on the spot to resolve potentially challenging situations.
Capacity to reflect on self and understand the importance of your role in supporting others to emotionally regulate.
Ability to use ideas such as unconditional positive regard and comprehend psychological profile to inform approaches to work.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills Be motivated, resilient and patient Ability to work flexibly as a member of a team Good administration and IT skills Good problem-solving skills This job description indicates the main functions and responsibilities of the post and is subject to review and amendment in the light of changing circumstances and may include other duties and responsibilities, as may be determined from time to time.
Depending on the nature of the position, job related responsibilities and the service users profile in some of our Supported living services, new hires for certain locations may be required to complete a pre-employment medical examination, as part of the onboarding process.
The purpose of this examination is to ensure that staff can work without causing undue risk to themselves or others and to keep all employees in the workplace safe.
All information submitted will be entirely confidential and we will only handle your personal data in accordance with the terms contained in our privacy statement.
Skills:
low arousal philosophy.
Human Rights Based Approach Resilience, Positive Attitude & Openness to Change Innovation, Creativity & Problem Solving