Social Care Assistant Ballybay

at  Camphill Communities

CAMPHILL COMMUNITIES OF IRELAND (CCOI) ARE RECRUITING FOR:

Social Care Assistant.
Camphill Communities of Ireland are seeking to hire a Social Care Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is looking for a new challenge.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

Applicants must:

• Hold 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.
• Have 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.
• Proficient IT skills relevant to the role, to include Microsoft Office Excel, Word, SharePoint, OneDrive and Teams.
• A full driver’s licence and availability of own car is an essential requirement.

PURPOSE OF POST

The post holder will be required to take an active part in ensuring that the day-to-day operations of the Service reflect the ethos and vision of Camphill Communities of Ireland (CCoI) and that all co-workers are meeting the needs of the individuals who are supported by the services therein.
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.
The person appointed should have the ability to participate proactively as a member of a team and contribute positively to the ongoing development of effective teamwork.
1 Duties & Responsibilities

DETAILS OF THE ROLE:

Salary Scale: €30,272 to €37,483 per annum (based on a 40 hour week)
Location: Camphill Community Ballybay
Duration: Fulltime 40 hours per week
Closing date: 5pm on Saturday 30th November 2024
Candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted by Friday 6th December 2024 for interviews being held on week of 9th December 2024
Please note all posts are subject to Garda Vetting relevant Police check for any country of residence of over 6 months from age of 18 and reference checking.