CARE ASSISTANT
JOB TITLE(S): Care Assistant - (Reference to be quoted on
applications: (Ref CA**Apply on the website**) - Supporting
individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Intellectual
Difficulties
JOB LOCATION(S): Residential Locations in Kilkenny
REPORTING TO: Residential Manager
CONTRACT TYPE: Opportunities for Full and Part time positions. Relief
positions also available.
HOURS: Max **Apply on the website** hours per week - Shift, Evening,
Overnight and Weekend work are required in these positions
SALARY: Care Assistant (Intellectual Disability Agencies) Grade
ROLE
* Work as part of the 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 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
PERSONAL PROFILE
_EDUCATION & TRAINING:_
* FETAC Level 5 ? Healthcare module or similar Level 5
Qualification
_EXPERIENCE:_
* Working with individuals with intellectual disability/ASD a
distinct advantage
* Experience in delivering low arousal approaches in a person
centered environment
_KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:_
* Have a theoretical understanding of Intellectual Disability
* Excellent communication skills with proven ability to develop
positive relationships with a variety of stakeholders
* Computer literacy
_COMPETENCIES AND VALUES:_
* Human Rights Based Approach.
* Positive Attitude & Openness to Change
* Effective Communication & Working Relationships
_ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT(S):_
* A Full Clean Driving Licence
APPLICATION
Interested applicants should e-mail an up to date Curriculum Vitae to
**Apply on the website** Closing date for receipt of applications is
Friday 3rd July **Apply on the website**. PLEASE NOTE THAT
APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IF THE ABOVE REFERENCE IS NOT
QUOTED.
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Health
