Social Care Assistant Residential Service Westport Co. Mayo

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Social Care Assistant Residential Service Westport Co. Mayo, Mayo

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Mayo, Ireland

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Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

01.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.06.2025

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Job Description:

At Western Care we aim to provide the most appropriate care, in the most appropriate setting for the people we support. And right now, we are looking to grow and support our team across County Mayo.

Why not be part of a progressive team, that's delivering for its community.

Western Care - Supporting People To Live Their Lives.

Social Care AssistantThe Paddock Residential ServiceWestport, Co. Mayo

• Permanent 36.25 hours per week (waking nights & day shift hours)
• Reference Number 2025-040A
• Further information available from Jessica Watts, Service Manager Tel: 087-1036725
• Please apply using current C.V.
• Closing Date May 12th, 2025
• Please note Panels may be formed as a result of this competition for similar posts within the Organisation

Job Brief

The successful applicants will be required to deliver on the vision for people they are supporting. You will work directly with a number of adults, supporting them to gain valued social roles in their lives and participate in meaningful creative activities through developing appropriate supports. You will also advocate on behalf of the individuals with regard to their individual needs and preferences and support the development of Individual Plans.

Candidate Requirements

Experience working in a person and family centered manner

Experience in the area of facilitating and supporting people who have high and/or complex needs.

Experience of working in an autism informed / neuro diverse manner.

A genuine understanding and interest in working alongside people in effecting positive opportunities and change in their lives in a meaningful way

• The ability to listen, to see and respectfully advocate for and on behalf of the individual with regard to their needs, preferences, rights and dreams
• Have excellent communication skills and a clear understanding of team work with motivation to deliver high quality facilitation, working alongside individuals, their families and other disciplines

Working knowledge of HIQA standards and regulations is essential

• Self-motivated and able to manage their time effectively
• Good knowledge of IT skills is preferred
• Flexibility will be required to respond to service demands as necessary

No minimum level required for Social Care Assistant positions

Other duties involved - (duties included but are not limited to the following)

• Contribute to and participate in the local service planning process and the creative development and ongoing changing needs of the service.
• Provide personal care and support to service users where required
• Ensure a safe place of work, incorporating Western Care Association's Dignity at Work Policy and Health & Safety requirement.
• To promote safety in all environments, in line with the Association's practices.
• Use positive approaches to support people who may have challenging behaviour in line with Organisational practice.

Other Requirements

• Full driver's license is essential
• All applicants will be subject to Irish Garda Vetting & Reference checks
• All applicants from Countries outside the E.U. will be required to provide relevant work authorization to take up employment in Republic of Ireland.This must be submittedalong with Application.
• All applicants will be required to access Overseas Police Clearance if they have lived outside of the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland more than 6 months since the age of 18 years

Salary Scale

- this is based on full time working hours i.e.39 hours per week

o Pension and Life Insurance Scheme

o Annual leave in excess of statutory entitlement

o Premiums including anti-social payments on residential rosters

o Dedicated learning and development

o Flexible working opportunities

o Staff initiatives e.g. Employee Assistance Programme, Bike-to-Work Scheme

Health

Applicants must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to this post and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service

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