Ref: RG.BM05.210125
We are currently recruiting
Community Support Worker – Ashford, Co. Wicklow
Permanent Full-Time Post – 169 hours per month
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a qualified Community Support Worker to join our services in residential settings in Ashford, Co. Wicklow. As a Community Support Worker, you will be involved in supporting clients to achieve their personal outcomes, build on their potential, and develop positive roles within their home and in the community. Working hours will be variable including day shifts, sleepovers, weekends, and unsociable hours.
Applicants must have:
* QQI level 7 in the area of Social Care or foreign equivalent (validated by QQI).
* A passion for promoting and empowering those you support.
* A team player willing to lone work as well as work as part of a team.
* A knowledge of the HIQA regulations and standards.
* Excellent organisation and communication skills.
* Enthusiasm, energy, and creativity.
* Excellent IT and report writing skills.
* Hold a full driving licence and be willing to drive location vehicles.
* Ability to deal with confidential information in a discreet and responsible manner.
* Flexibility to work a variety of rostered shifts over a seven-day work period.
* Understanding and experience of therapeutic interventions.
Desirable:
* One year’s post-qualification experience working with adults with intellectual disabilities.
* Experience of working alone in a one-to-one environment as well as experience of teamwork.
* Experience of dealing with complex behaviours that challenge and with behavioural supports.
* CPI experience.
* Experience working with dual diagnosis and complex behaviors.
* Experience in alternative communications.
* Experience of creative problem-solving techniques.
Key Responsibilities:
* Facilitate and implement a person-centered approach for our clients appropriate to their wishes and goals.
* Promote and protect the rights of people in a manner that respects their dignity, their right to make choices, and their privacy.
* Actively seek new interests and opportunities for people to develop meaningful roles in their communities.
* Ensure the overall wellbeing of clients 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.
Salary Scale: Salary will be paid as per the HSE consolidated pay scales in line with required qualifications and relevant experience.
To Apply: E-mail your CV and cover letter referencing the Job Ref to careers@sunbeam.ie
Short listing of candidates will apply.
Sunbeam House Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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