Muiríosa Foundation supports individuals (and their families) with an intellectual disability and/or autism to live self-directed, connected and fulfilling lives.
Currently, we employ over 1,400 staff and support people in Laois, Offaly, Westmeath, Meath, Longford, Kildare, Tipperary, and Kilkenny.
We provide supports through the Regional structure and the Person Centred Wing.
Each region exercises a high level of devolved autonomy across all major operational functions including residential homes.
Skills and AttributesKnowledge of HIQA StandardsRelevant recognised QualificationExperience of supporting individuals with intellectual disabilityCORU Registration on the Social Work Register and maintained annuallyFull manual driving LicenceDescriptionSOCIAL CARE WORKERS Kildare Residential Services We are offering an opportunity for Social Care Workers to join our organisation working with and supporting individuals in their communities in the Kildare Services.
We are seeking to recruit motivated, enthusiastic, creative, and energetic Social Care Workers to support individuals with an intellectual disability to realise their vision for a 'good life'.
The focus of the role will be to lead initiatives in supporting individuals to live a life of their choosing and what matters most to them.
The role will support individuals to become connected and valued within their local community, provide opportunities for new experiences, and assist each person in developing real and authentic relationships.
The ideal candidates will have a proven track record in supporting individuals to develop valued social roles, experience in supporting individuals with communication needs, and those who may display behaviours of concern.
Knowledge of person-centred planning and individualised support approaches is essential.
If you are a Social Care Worker with the ability to connect with people and have a passion for supporting individuals to live meaningful lifestyles, then this may be an ideal opportunity for you.
Relevant recognised Diploma in Social Care / Applied Social Studies in Social Care (Level 7 on National Framework of Qualifications)Registered with CORU, or have commenced the registration process.Experience of supporting adults with intellectual disabilities and/or autism is highly desirable.Knowledge of HIQA, Safeguarding, and Protection of Vulnerable Adults.A willingness to work alone and be available for day, weekend, and 'sleep-over' shifts.A full current driving license.Excellent organisational, logistical, and I.T.
skills are an advantage.An interest in promoting positive well-being and a healthy lifestyle.Experience of working with individuals with behaviours of concern.Good connections in the local community are an advantage.Please note that the successful candidates will be required to be available for any of day, weekend, waking night duty, and 'sleep-over/overnight' shifts.
In addition, we require staff members to be willing to work alone in the residents' homes and across a variety of locations.
Informal Enquiries: Anna Marie Fenlon 087 694 6237 (office hours only)
Closing Date for receipt of completed applications: Thursday 9th January 2025 To apply and for further details, please go to our web page.
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Muiríosa Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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