Social Care Assistant Residential Services Ballyhaunis Co Mayo

7 days ago

Galway, Galway, Ireland Western Care Association Full time
Overview

Social Care Assistant Residential Services Ballyhaunis Co Mayo at Western Care Association. Contract 28 hours per week + sleep in's. Ref 2025-169A. Ballyhaunis, Co. Mayo.

Job Brief

Successful applicant will be required to deliver on the vision for the people they are supporting. You will support the individual 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 individual with regard to their needs and preferences and support the development of their Individual Plans.

Qualification Details

No minimum level is required for Social Care Assistant positions

Candidate Requirements
  • Successful candidate will have experience in the area of facilitating and supporting people who have high and/or complex needs
  • 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 teamwork with the motivation to deliver high-quality facilitation, working alongside individuals, their families, and other disciplines
  • A strong belief in people\'s rights, inclusion, and equality
  • Flexibility will be required from time to time to respond to service demands
  • Working knowledge of HIQA standards and regulations is essential
  • Good knowledge of IT skills is preferable
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 the Republic of Ireland. This must be submitted along with the Application
  • All applicants will be required to access Overseas Police Clearance if they have lived outside of the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland for more than 6 months since the age of 18 years
Salary Scale

Social Care Assistant Pay Scale (Scale Range €31,278 to €43,407 per annum). These vacancies are based on full-time working hours i.e. 39 hours per week.

Employment Benefits
  • Competitive salary
  • Pension and Life Insurance Scheme
  • Annual leave in excess of statutory entitlement
  • Premiums including anti-social payments on residential rosters
  • Dedicated learning and development
  • Flexible working opportunities
  • Staff initiatives e.g. Employee Assistance Programme, Bike-to-Work Scheme
  • Sick pay scheme

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Seniority level
  • Entry level
Employment type
  • Full-time
Job function
  • Other
Industries
  • Individual and Family Services

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