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Social Care Practitioner Residential

Posted 9 days 23 hours ago by Hollybank Trustees Ltd

Permanent

Full Time

Social Care Jobs

Leinster, Carlow, Ireland

Job Description

Location: On site / Strawhall, Carlow, Co. Carlow, R93 Y959, Ireland

Job type: Permanent / Full-time

Sector and subsector: Medical & Healthcare Social Care / Social Worker

Hourly Salary range: from € 19.21 to € 27.17

Purpose of Role

The social care Practitioner (SCP) will provide day-to-day personal care and support for the Residents of Delta Centre. The Social Care Practitioner must have the desire and the belief that the person with an intellectual disability has something unique, equal and important to offer society.

Key Tasks

Ensure that the life and experience of each Resident reflect the core values of Delta Centre and that all Residents experience dignity and respect, are afforded the opportunity to make choices, have an opportunity to contribute and learn, and are protected from all forms of abuse.
Review and put into practice the details of Person-Centred Plans for each resident.
Participate in regular reviews of any protocols/plans of care for each resident.
Understand and facilitate residents' needs by appropriate communication systems.
Assist each resident in reaching their maximum potential in independence, communication and personal development.
Establish trusting relationships through consistency of care.
Adhere to all Delta Centres Policies, Procedures, Employee Handbook and working practices.
Adhere to all national policies, including (but not limited to) HIQA Standards, HSE policies, including any Safeguarding policies.
Encourage and support community involvement.
Support residents to identify their future aspirations and current support needs, consider how these can be met and ensure documentation is updated accordingly.
Lead and encourage individual person-centred processes, ensuring the best possible outcomes for each resident in each aspect of their life while respecting their rights and choices.
Foster and encourage independence and initiative and respect the age and status of each resident.

Compliance with Standards and Legislation

Statutory legislation in particular but not exclusively the Health Act 2007
National and Delta Centre agreed Policies and Codes of Good Practice, including Safeguarding Vulnerable Persons at Risk of Abuse, Delta Centre Medication Policy
Notification of accidents and other Health and Safety requirements in compliance with Delta Centre instructions
Fire precautions
Equal Opportunity principles
Health and Safety

Education & Training

Level 7 in Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy
Level 7 in Counselling/Psychotherapy
Level 7 in Youth and Community or similar
Professional Qualification in Nursing Studies
Level 7 in Disability Studies
Level 7 in Applied Behavioural Analysis
Level 7 in Physiotherapy
Level 7 in Occupational Therapy
Level 7 in Paramedic Studies
Level 7 in humanities related study

Experience

Experience in the field of social care is required.
Proven competence in the care and support of adults with intellectual disabilities and a genuine interest in this area is required.

Knowledge & Skills

Sound knowledge and proven ability to interpret and apply legislation such as The National Standards for Adults with Disabilities.
Excellent communication skills and high motivation.
Excellent record keeping skills.
Proven ability to develop positive relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
Flexible and adaptable nature.

Desired Quality