PE Global Healthcare are recruiting for Social Care Workers in Galway for one of our leading clients.
Overview of the role; Act as Person in Charge in the absence of the Service Manager.
Responsible for the wellbeing of people we support in the care of the client.
Monitor and record the progress of people we support in line with agreed procedures.
Responsibilities; Act as Person in Charge in the absence of the Service Manager.
Teaching specific skills to people we support living in the home including self help, domestic, kitchen, community, leisure, and social skills.
This will involve the social care worker developing and operating individual plans for people we support.
Act as key worker for specific people we support.
This may include meeting with and supporting families and members of the multidisciplinary team in ongoing programmes for people we support and carrying out home visits as required in consultation with the Service Manager.
Administer, supervise, and record prescribed medication.
Work with all colleagues and provide direction for Care Assistants (as required) in line with normal practice for their profession.
Responsible for the wellbeing of people we support in the Care of the client.
Facilitate the development of interpersonal relationships in each service.
Enable the people we support to value them self and enhance their feelings of self-worth and individuality.
Care for the day to day needs of the people we support living in the service.
Personal care - helping those that require assistance in such tasks as dressing, washing, etc.
Housekeeping - cooking, shopping, cleaning, looking after people we support's clothes and effects.
As far as possible the people we support will be encouraged to partake in these activities.
Facilitating people we support to use their leisure time tailored to their needs, with an emphasis on community integration.
Use of person first language in verbal and written communication Work with and liaise with all grades of staff in the assigned centre and other centres and ensure that families and visitors to the service are attended to with consideration.
Undertake driving duties in Company vehicles and / or own transport.
Work a shift rota, spread over 7 days, as determined by management and be available for sleep in duties and night duty as rostered.
Maintain records and reports required by the Service Manager for the efficient running of the service.
Ensure that the health and welfare of staff and people we support is maintained in accordance with client procedures and that all safety precautions are implemented.
Essential Criteria; A professional degree (minimum level 7) in Applied Social Studies or relevant qualification.
Previous experience working with people with an intellectual disability or a similar field.
Full current driving license with access to your own vehicle.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Motivated, energetic, and enthusiastic personality.
An ability to advocate on behalf of people we support Career Development; All employees of our client will be afforded Training and Development opportunities in regard to Career Development.
In addition, there will be substantial training in legislative, Health & Safety and other job-related training provided on an on-going basis.
The HR department will work closely with all staff to ensure that all necessary Training opportunities are fair and transparent for all staff.
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Skills: social care degree must drive