Social Care Support Worker / HCA Dublin, Ireland
Attuned Programmes Ireland
www.attunedprogrammes.ie
Attuned Programmes Ireland is an organisation responding to the needs of children and their families through community-based supports and services. Due to expansion, we are currently recruiting for Social Care Worker's to join our Outreach & Community Based Service within Dublin and its surrounding areas.
We are currently recruiting Full-time, Part-time and Relief Social Care Support workers / HCA. Our aim is to support families and individuals where they are at, by identifying and navigating towards positive outcomes in a safe and respectful manner.
General Job Description
- Provide individualised support to service users on a one-to-one basis or as part of a small team, promoting independence, dignity, and quality of life.
- Deliver services using a holistic and person-centred approach, ensuring that all support reflects each individual's care plan and personal goals.
- Work within the community, supporting service users to participate in daily activities and maintain social inclusion.
- Carry out a range of support services, including but not limited to :
- Outreach and community integration
- School transport assistance
- Family access supervision
- Supporting individuals with daily living needs such as personal care, meals, appointments, and social activities
- Follow and implement care plans, working on your own initiative while maintaining regular communication with your line manager.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation, ensuring compliance with organisational and regulatory standards.
- Adhere to company policies, procedures, regulatory standards, and codes of practice at all times to ensure the safety and wellbeing of service users.
- Promote a positive, respectful, and empowering environment for all individuals supported by the service.
Requirements
The successful Social Care Support Workers will be dedicated and highly motivated; they will already possess high levels of competence and will be able to demonstrate this through their qualification and some experience in meeting regulatory requirements, best practice standards and ultimately an understanding of the varied needs of each individual.
Candidates for the Social Care Support Worker Must have a minimum QQI LEVEL 5 qualification in Health Care and or social care or relevant equivalency.Proficient communication skills, IT skills, report writing and planning skills.This post is subject to Garda clearance.A full driving licence is mandatory.Candidates must also have a deep commitment to individuals rights and protection and enjoy working in a dynamic environment.Legal right to work in Ireland without restriction.Benefits
High quality Training programme.
Access to an education support fund.
Access to Employee Assistance Programme.
24 hour on call support.
Efficient communication from the management team.
Access to additional training.
On going supervision and mentoring from an experienced team.
Continuous professional development.
Supportive team environments.
Work-life balance culture.
Positive and inclusive workplace.
Person centred approach.
Acceptable qualifications :
Minimum of a QQI / FETAC Level 5 Major Award in Healthcare SupportPre-nursing StudiesProfessional Qualification in Teaching (Not TEFL)Family Support Practitioner [Certification for a relevant qualification at a minimum of level 6 on the National Framework of Qualifications of Ireland (NFQ) in the areas of family support, social care, childcare or educationOR an equivalent nationally recognised qualification or a higher award in the areas of family support, social care, childcare or education AND a suitable standard of professional attainments and the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of officeJob Types : Permanent, Full-Time, Part-Time, Ad-Hoc
Salary : Competitive, Up to €16 per hr D.O.E