RELIEF CARE ASSISTANTS
We are seeking applications from energetic and enthusiastic
individuals to join our team for the above positions. Candidates must
be highly motivated, creative with a passion for engaging with service
users on a daily basis. Candidates must be self-driven, focussed and
person-centred. The successful candidates will be responsible for
providing relief cover across our wide range of services i.e. day,
residential and respite.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
* To facilitate and implement a person-centered approach for our
Service Users appropriate to their wishes and goals
* To promote and protect the rights of our service users in a manner
that respects their dignity, their right to make choices and their
privacy
* To actively seek new interests and opportunities for our service
users to develop meaningful roles in their communities
* To ensure the overall wellbeing of service users in all areas of
their lives including health and personal care
* Dealing with Behaviours that challenge
* Experience in alternative communications
* Excellent organisation and communication skills
* Organise and participate actively in the recreational, education
and other training programmes of the service users
* A knowledge of the HIQA regulations and standards
* A knowledge and understanding of New Directions
* Have the ability to deal with confidential information in a
discreet and responsible manner
* Excellent IT and report writing skills
QUALIFICATIONS & ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
* Applicant must hold a Qualification in Health Care/Social Care at
FETAC Level 5, or higher or Foreign Equivalent (validated by QQI). (A
Diploma or Degree in Social Care or other relevant discipline
advantageous)
* 6 months experience of working with people with an Intellectual
Disability preferable.
* Hold a full clean driving licence and be willing to drive company
vehicles preferable.
* Be flexible to work a variety of rostered shifts over a seven-day
work period e.g. day, evening, sleepovers, night duty required.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:
* Confidentiality
* Accountability
* Ability to show leadership
* Resilience and empathy
* Excellent Interpersonal and communication skills
* Flexibility in work duties and working hours
* Respect the dignity and privacy of service users
* Strong planning and organisational skills
TO APPLY:
EMAIL YOUR CV AND COVER LETTER REFERENCING THE JOB REF NO.
SASRCA3/**APPLY ON THE WEBSITE** TO **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**
SHORT LISTING OF CANDIDATES WILL APPLY
A PANEL MAY BE FORMED FROM THIS CAMPAIGN FROM WHICH FURTHER VACANCIES
WHICH MAY ARISE WILL BE FILLED.
CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS IS: **APPLY ON THE
WEBSITE**TH APRIL **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**
_ST. AIDAN?S SERVICES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES__ EMPLOYER_
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Type: Permanent
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