Care Assistant

2 weeks ago

Kilkenny, Kilkenny, Ireland SOS Kilkenny Part time
Overview

Care Assistant - Part time evenings at SOS Kilkenny CLG.

Location: Kilkenny Residential Locations. Contract/ Hours: 20 hours per week (5pm to 9pm, 5 days per week).

Benefits
  • 24 Days Annual Leave
  • Sick Pay Scheme
  • Company Pension Scheme
  • Employee Discounts
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Study Assistance Scheme
  • Bike to work Scheme
  • Wellness Program
  • Savings Scheme
  • Continual Professional Development opportunities
Role and Responsibilities
  • Work as part of a team with the line manager to ensure service objectives are met and reviewed so as to maintain, improve and develop the service.
  • To manage risk in a systematic way that is embedded in a culture of safety, welfare and quality of life for residents.
  • Supporting individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Intellectual Difficulties, ensuring that they achieve their full potential.
  • Assisting with intimate care
  • Liaising appropriately with service users, their network of support, family members and other professionals where applicable, to ensure consistent planning.
  • Working in partnership with colleagues and management to establish, maintain and monitor standards of performance for all aspects of the service, including the people we support in involvement and consultation.
  • Facilitation and support of individual programmes of meaningful activities.
  • Supporting the people we support with regular exercise and outdoor activities.
  • Key Worker Role.
Education & Training
  • QQI Level 5 Major Award in Healthcare (all 8 modules completed).
Experience
  • Working with individuals with intellectual disability/ASD is a distinct advantage.
  • Experience in delivering low arousal approaches in a person-centred environment.
Knowledge & Skills
  • Have a theoretical understanding of Intellectual Disability.
  • Excellent communication skills with a proven ability to develop positive relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
  • Computer Literacy.
Competencies and Values
  • Human Rights Based Approach.
  • Resilience, Positive Attitude & Openness to Change.
  • Effective Communication & Working Relationships.
  • Planning and Organising.
  • Innovations, Creativity & Problem Solving.
Additional Requirements

Full Driving Licence is Essential

Reporting To

Residential Manager

Equal Opportunities

SOS Kilkenny CLG. are an equal opportunities employer

Employment details
  • Seniority level: Not Applicable
  • Employment type: Part-time
  • Job function: Other
  • Industries: Civic and Social Organizations

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