EDUCATION & TRAINING:

• A degree level 7 or 8 qualification in Social Care / Social Studies or equivalent field is a requirement for this position.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Be registered in the social care workers register maintained by the social care workers registration board maintained by CORU.

OR

• Hold a CORU approved social care worker qualification and have applied for CORU registration (evidence of application will be necessary) Hold a BA in social care.

OR

• Be eligible for registration in the social care workers register maintained by the social care workers registration board maintained by CORU( evidence of application will be necessary)

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in the field of social care is essential.
• Proven competence in the care and support of the adults with intellectual disabilities and a genuine interest in this area is required.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• A sound knowledge and proven ability to interpret and apply legislation such as The National Standards for Adults with Disabilities.
• Applicants must have excellent communication skills and be highly motivated.
• Excellent record keeping skills are required.
• Proven ability to develop positive relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
• Flexible and adaptable nature
• Shift work over 24/7.

PURPOSE OF ROLE:

The social care worker (SCW) will provide day-to-day personal care and support for the Residents of Delta Centre. The Social Care Worker must have the desire and the belief that the person with an intellectual disability has something unique, equal and important to offer society.

KEY TASKS:

• Ensure that the life and experience of each Learner reflects the core values of Delta Centre and that all Residents
• Experience dignity and respect.
• Are afforded the opportunity to make choices.
• Have an opportunity to contribute and learn.
• Are protected from all forms of Abuse.
• Review and put into practice the details of Person Centered Plans for each Learner.
• Participate in regular reviews of any protocols/plans of care for each Learner.
• Understand and facilitate Learners needs by appropriate communication systems.
• Assist each Learner in reaching their maximum potential in independence, communication and personal development.
• Establish trusting relationships through consistency of care.
• Adhere to all Delta Centres Policies, Procedures, Employee Handbook and working practices.
• Adhere to all national policies, including (but not limited to) HIQA Standards, HSE policies, including any Safeguarding policies.
• Encourage and support community involvement.
• Support Learners to identify their future aspirations and current support needs, consider how these can be met and ensure documentation is updated

accordingly.

• Lead and encourage individual person-centered processes, ensuring the best possible outcomes for each learner in each aspect of their life while

respecting their rights and choices.

• Foster and encourage independence and initiative, and respect the age and status of each Learner.

  All duties must be carried out to comply with:

• Statutory legislation in particular but not exclusively the Health Act 2007

• National and Delta Centre agreed Policies and Codes of Good Practice, including Safeguarding Vulnerable Persons at Risk of Abuse, Delta Centre Medication Policy
• Notification of accidents and other Health and Safety requirements in compliance with Delta Centre instructions
• Fire precautions
• Equal Opportunity principles
• Health and Safety