Social Care Worker

SOCIAL CARE WORKERS - Multiple Vacancies (Permanent, Full-time, Part-time)

Qualifications and Experience:

• HETAC Accredited Diploma/Degree in Social Care, Nursing (RNID), or eligibility for CORU registration.
• Experience managing challenging behavior and working with adults/children with intellectual disabilities.
• Ability to work independently and supervise staff/residents.
• Full Driver's License required.

Reporting to: Person in Charge/Residential Area Manager/Children's Disability Network Manager/Head of Discipline as relevant

Location: Adult Residential centers in North Cork and South West Limerick, with rostered 12-hour shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and weekdays.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Resident Care: Attend to daily needs, foster respectful relationships, promote independence, and assist with physical care, daily living, and social skills.
• Community Integration: Facilitate residents' leisure activities and ensure their engagement in the community.
• Household Management: Assist with budgeting, cooking, shopping, and maintaining cleanliness, while encouraging resident participation.
• Medication Administration: Administer and record prescribed medication.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records and reports as required by the Foundation.
• Visitor Engagement: Foster a welcoming environment for visitors.

Health & Safety:

• Proper use of aids/appliances, reporting incidents on Xyea, and ensuring knowledge of emergency procedures.
• Report faulty equipment and implement fire and safety precautions.

Leadership:

• Support and develop staff through induction, supervision, and training.
• Coordinate individual plans for residents and conduct staff supervision meetings.
• Ensure adherence to policies and maintain effective communication with all stakeholders.
• Promote dignity, respect, and advocacy in person-centered care. Handle complaints according to the Foundation's policy.