JOB DESCRIPTION/PERSON SPECIFICATION
JOB TITLE AND GRADE: SOCIAL CARE WORKER? ID / ABI RESIDENTIAL
SERVICES
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: To Social Care Lead/ Nurse/ Person In Charge
PURPOSE OF POST:
The primary objective of this post is to provide care and support
through a person-centred approach which meets the practical, physical
and emotional needs of service users, with an Intellectual
Disability/ABI/Autism. To assist persons with a disability with
residential, training and day service activities to achieve their
highest level of functioning to maintain independence and/or to
improve skills that will make them more independent.
The Social Care Worker will also be responsible to co-ordinate the
shift whilst on duty and for the supervision of other staff under
his/her direction.
The Social Care Worker may be placed in residential services where
they will be required to work collaboratively as part of a MDT in
service delivery to residents. They will report directly to the Social
Care Lead/Nurse/Person in Charge.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Candidates must meet the following criteria on the closing date:
* A qualification at level 7 on the National Framework of
Qualifications in Social Care, Social Work, Youth Work, Teaching,
Nursing, Childcare with disability modules (or other relevant
discipline)
* Have experienced working in a residential or day service setting
with people with and intellectual disability.
DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE
* 1 year working in a residential setting for people with a
disability
SPECIAL SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
_PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE_
* Knowledge of quality assurance practise and their application to
service provision
* Experience of working with people with an Intellectual
Disability/Acquired Brain Injury.
* Knowledge of services to people with a disability
* Knowledge of social care model of service delivery
* Knowledge of Person Centred Planning
* Knowledge of both clinical and human resource policies and
procedures and relevant legislation
* Knowledge of National Disability Standards (HIQA)
_COMPETENCIES REQUIRED_
_Communication & Interpersonal_
Can speak clearly, fluently and in a compelling manner to both
individuals and groups. Adapts communication style to suit audience.
Writes in a clear and concise manner, using appropriate templates,
style and language for the reader. Establishes, maintains and
concludes therapeutic interpersonal relationships with services
users/residents and other stakeholders. Is able to build rapport
quickly with others.
_Adaptability & Reliability_
Able to react effectively at short notice to changing circumstances.
Willing to accept advice and suggestions from others and to learn from
experience by changing own behaviour. Demonstrates a high level of
dependability in all aspects of the job.
_Problem solving and Initiative_
Builds a logical approach to address problems or opportunities or
manage the situation at hand by drawing on their knowledge and
experience base, and calling on other resources as necessary. A bias
for taking action; the ability to think ahead of the current
situation, particularly before problems or crisis occur.
_Quality and Person Centredness_
Demonstrates eagerness to understand service user/resident needs.
Views the service user/resident as central to the delivery of every
day service through consistent understanding, tolerance, care, support
and empathy while promoting empowerment, independence and choice.
Determined to offer a quality service through the achievement of goals
and quality standards.
_Leadership and Accountability_
Manages performance to deliver team goals. Creates a climate in which
people want to do their best. Promotes confidence and positive
attitude while influencing others to follow a common goal.
Demonstrates accountability for leading, directing, monitoring and
evaluating work that is provided by all employees.
_Scope of Practice_
Is educated, competent and has the authority to perform the full range
of roles, functions, responsibilities and activities, required of
his/her profession in Ireland. Accepts responsibility for ensuring
that his/her professional practice and conduct meet the standards of
the professional, ethical and relevant legislative and regulation
requirements. Demonstrates a commitment to maintaining, enhancing and
extending their knowledge, expertise and competence throughout their
professional career.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under the overall direction of the Social Care Lead / Nurse / Person
in Charge, the Social Care Worker will be responsible for the
following, ensuring privacy, dignity and respect of persons with a
disability.
_PROFESSIONAL_
* To role model a culture within the workplace which supports the
mission, vision and values of the service
* Assist in the implementation of clinical policies and guidelines
which supports person centred services in line with National Quality
Standards.
* Assist in the Management of client care to ensure the highest
professional standards using an evidence-based approach to ensure
clinical effectiveness and efficiency.
* Coordinate and prioritise appointments in liaison with MDT.
* Participate in quality improvement initiatives to improve service
user satisfaction.
_STAFF MANAGEMENT_
* Provide support and supportive supervision to Team Leads and other
front-line staff where appropriate.
* Ensure staff are fully informed on all matters affecting
day-to-day running of the services and that lines of communication are
clear and implemented by all staff.
* To participate in matters concerning discipline, grievances,
untoward incidents and complaints, when required.
_PERSON CENTRED PLANNING_
* To work under the direction of the House Manager to ensure that the
highest possible standards of care are maintained at all times,
consistent with the mission, vision and values of the service.
* Actively promote the participation of persons with a disability in
the planning of the centre/residence.
* To report immediately to the House Manager any incident of concern
involving either staff member or resident, in accordance with the
organisations incident reporting policy.
* Working in partnership with MDT staff, families and other key
people to support the resident to work towards and achieve their
personal goals, guided by their individual care plan.
* To act as key worker for named Resident where appropriate.
* Providing individualised support, using a facilitative approach to
personal care, whilst ensuring Residents right to dignity and respect
at all times.
_COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION_
* Promote the social interaction of persons with a disability, with
the wider community, in accordance with their choices and personal
goals.
_HEALTH AND SAFETY_
* Ensures that services are in compliance with the requirements of
the Health, Safety and Welfare at Work Act **Apply on the website**.
* Perform duties in a manner conducive to health and safety and in
accordance with Talbot Group policies and procedures.
* Ensure that accidents and incidents involving service
users/visitors/staff are recorded in line with policy and all
statutory reports completed.
* Ensure all staff are aware of their responsibilities in the event
of an emergency accident/incident.
_RECORD AND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT_
* To maintain accurate and comprehensive records as are required in
the individual service e.g. daily reports, financial records,
communication books, family contact sheets and service user care plans
(where applicable).
* To support clients to manage their personal monies, and to
document all transactions.
* To maintain accurate records of all expenditure, attaching to the
centre/unit (where appropriate).
* To ensure that files are up to date and stored in an orderly and
secure fashion that ensures client confidentiality.
_TRAINING AND ONGOING DEVELOPMENT_
* Be aware of current developments in disability services and
maintain a commitment to ongoing professional development.
* Attend and participate in continuous professional development
* Educate and support all assigned staff including the induction of
new staff and support line management in the ongoing performance
appraisal.
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_THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS A GUIDE TO THE GENERAL RANGE OF DUTIES
ASSIGNED TO THE POSITION HOLDER. IT IS INTENDED TO BE NEITHER
DEFINITIVE, NOR RESTRICTIVE AND IS SUBJECT TO PERIODIC REVIEW._
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_APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY 7TH AUGUST **APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**_
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