Health Care Assistant. Mid-East. Irlanda

Purpose of Post:

The person appointed will be part of a day and residential support team who will work intensively with individuals to discover what will constitute a good life for the individual and to establish what supports the individual will need to achieve their goals. In order to do this, there is a requirement that the post holder will work in partnership with the social care team and important people in the individual's life. A high degree of flexibility is required as the timing and location of the supports provided will be dictated by the individual's plan.    

Duties & Responsibilities

    To assist community members with support needs with all activities of daily living.

    Assist community members with support needs to maximise independence.

    To promote independence to the fullest, allowing the community member with support needs  and provide superior person-centred care.

    To work as part of a team and respect colleagues and community members with support needs at all times

    To promote safe working practices in line with company policies and procedures.

Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience

Applicants must have:

    A minimum of a QQI Level 5 Major Award on the QQI Framework - BA in Social Care Studies or equivalent qualification in Community/Heath or Social Care.

    1 years' experience of working with vulnerable adults or adults with intellectual disabilities.  

    An understanding of current policy and developments at national and sectoral level in relation to Social Care within disability services.

    An ability to follow plans and methods to meet the ongoing needs of the individuals supported.

    Effective interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills.

Details of the Role:

Salary Scale:     €30,000

Location:     Across all CCoI Sites - Kildare, Kilkenny, Ballybay,

                        Grangemockler, Dublin, Kerry, Wexford and Tipperary

Duration:     Permanent full time - 39 hours per week.  

Please note all posts are subject to Garda vetting, relevant Police check for any country of residence of 6 months or more from the age of 18, and reference checking.