Social Care Assistant

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Full Time Social Care Assistant – Adult intellectual disability - Low support behaviours/ No challanging behaviours/ No High Support

Tenure: Permanent

Location: Laois

Salary: €16.50-21.00 per hour DOE

Candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Relevant QQI Level 5 Healthcare qualifications or equivalent
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a similar environment supporting adults or children with intellectual and physical disabilities.
• Knowledge of adults/children with complex needs.
• A full manual driver's licence is mandatory, with eligibility to drive in Ireland
• Eligible to live and work in Ireland without restriction

Desirable Experience

• 1 years working in a residential setting for people with a disability

Special Skills and Competencies Professional Knowledge & Experience

• Knowledge of quality assurance practices 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)

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Please note: this is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities) : Under the direction of the Person in Charge, the Social Care Assistant will be responsible for ensuring the privacy, dignity, and respect of individuals with disabilities are respected.

What you'll be doing

• 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 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, with support of Social Care Workers.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to improve service user satisfaction.
• Supporting residents to build independence, self-confidence, and individuality.
• Encouraging strong community links and promoting inclusion.
• Creating a safe and positive environment that supports residents’ well-being.
• Preparing reports and keeping accurate resident records.
• Taking part in training sessions and attending professional meetings.
• Following and maintaining service policies and procedures.
• Promoting health and safety in line with the service’s policies.
• Respecting confidentiality at all times.
• Maintaining high standards of work, punctuality, and professionalism.
• Building and maintaining positive working relationships with colleagues.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong communication skills – written and verbal.
• Problem-solving ability and adaptability under pressure.
• A good understanding of the needs of vulnerable individuals.
• Self-motivation and initiative.
• Reliability, flexibility, and a willingness to learn.
• Excellent organisational skills and teamwork.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with Sunday and Bank Holiday premiums
• Career progression opportunities
• Pension
• Work/life balance
• Paid annual leave
• Refer a friend scheme

*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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: €16.50-€21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Company events
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Experience:

• Social work: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• QQI Level 5/6 (required)
• Full driving licence (required)

Work Location: In person