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We are an independent voluntary organisation providing services and support for people with disabilities and their families for more than 70 years.
Our work positively impacts the lives of over 10,000 people with disabilities, equipping them with the confidence, skills, and self-belief to achieve their expressed goals Relief Care Worker Killeshin Residential Service, Co. Sligo Fixed-term Contract (12 months), Variable Hours Job Purpose To promote the development of independent living skills, and to assist service users in their daily living within a supported accommodation service; ensuring their safety and well - being at all times.
Minimum Education & Skills required Minimum QQI Level 5 in Health and Social Care, or equivalent.
Full clean drivers licence essential.
Minimum 2 years previous experience of working with people with a disability.
A clear understanding of the philosophy of independent living and community integration.
Experience of facilitating a person centred plan.
Job Duties & Responsibilities Enshrine the concept of independent living to include and assist clients in the selection of their meal menu, in the cooking of their meal and eating, promoting personal choice at all times; and facilitating and enabling clients to integrate with the local community and access local resources.
Document information, update records, and complete necessary paperwork for communication and accountability purposes.
Collate assessment and intervention information and utilise expertise for the purpose of developing an individualized community support service.
Ensure all interaction with clients is approached with dignity, respect, equality and incorporates choice.
Additional requirements A flexible shift system will operate.
Staff Benefits Company Pension Scheme Paid maternity/paternity/adoption leave Educational leave 27 days annual leave Bike to work scheme Tax saver travel scheme Income protection Unpaid leave Health and Wellbeing programme Company credit union scheme Employee discount scheme Digital Doctor Financial support for studying and study leave Long Service Reward Scheme Sick leave Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) *Rewarding Career *Career with meaning *attractive benefits *work life balance* To view full extensive job description please, click apply to visit our company site and download attachment at the bottom of the page.
These duties and responsibilities are a reflection of the present service requirements and may be subject to review and amendment to meet the changing needs of the services.
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