Nuvo Healthcare are recruiting for a Social Care Worker for our client in County Laois. This is an exciting opportunity for the suitable candidate, to provide a direct service to children in residential care. Our client has facilities for mainstream residential care, single occupancy centres and preparation for leaving care centres.If you are passionate about making a difference and promoting a positive influence in the lives of young people, this may be the role for you.
Location: Centres are located in Co. Laois. Changes in location may be directed in accordance with evolving priorities and organisational developments.
Hours of Work: This is a full time position - up to 48 hours per week. This post entails shift work, which involves weekends/evenings/nights and holiday periods.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS;

• BA in Applied Social Care Work (level 7/8) or equivalent
• A full clean driving licence is desirable

SKILLS:

• The ability to be able to listen to children, assess their needs and respond accordingly
• Openness to learn from others
• Excellent communication and recording skills
• Confidence and ability in the management of challenging behaviour
• Creativity and flair in finding solutions to problems
• The ability for critical self-awareness and reflective practice
• The ability to manage time, meet deadlines, prioritise work and follow systems
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Policy and Procedures: Follow all organisational policies and procedures while upholding the Safety Statement and Health & Safety Risk Assessments
• Direct Care and Support: Provide day-to-day care and emotional support to children and young people, ensuring their physical, emotional, and developmental needs are met.
• Create a Positive Environment: Promote a nurturing and inclusive atmosphere where the young people feel safe, respected, and valued.
• Personal Development: Assist the young people in developing life skills, supporting their education, personal development, and social skills.
• Behavioural Support: Implement positive behaviour management strategies and ensure consistent boundaries are in place.
• Safeguarding: Maintain the highest standards of safeguarding, ensuring the welfare and protection of all young people in your care.
• Care Planning: Work collaboratively with the team to contribute to the development and implementation of individualized care plans.
• Report Writing & Documentation: Keep accurate records and reports in line with regulatory requirements, providing updates on the child’s progress. Reporting to Social Care Manager/ Social Care Leader/ Deputy Leader
• Team Collaboration: Work as part of a multidisciplinary team, communicating effectively with colleagues, managers, families, and external agencies.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To carry out general housework and preparation of meals, involving the children as appropriate
• To ensure that petty cash is reconciled at the commencement and conclusion of every shift
• To keep accurate and up to date records and reports in respect of the individual children and the daily activities of the home
• To ensure that recording systems are fully completed on a daily basis and that the handover follows the correct procedure to ensure effective communication
• To agree a supervision contact with your supervisor and and adhere to the conditions agreed
• To maintain and develop a good understanding of current research and theory in order to keep abreast of ongoing developments in Social Care