Support Worker - Dublin, Ireland - Ashdale Care Ireland

Ashdale Care Ireland Dublin, Ireland

1 week ago

Full time

Description

Job Description

D24 Area ----- Open Positions

Please Note a full driving licence is a requirement for this role

Ashdale Care provide residential homes situated in peaceful, countryside locations. We are expanding our Ashdale family and we have an exciting opportunity for a Support worker to join our fantastic team.

ACCOUNTABLE TO: Regional Manager

REPORTS TO: Home Manager/Deputy Home Manager

JOB PURPOSE:

To work as a member of a residential team to create a safe and caring environment which meets the individual and group needs of the children who live there. Residential Care Workers must practice in accordance with relevant childcare legislation, national standards, and Ashdale Care (Ireland) Ltd Policies and Procedures.

About The Role

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

To develop appropriate professional relationships with children.
To assist in the day-to-day care and supervision of children and young people within the home including engaging with them in activities such as housework, maintenance of clothing, cooking and personal care.
To assist with the supervision and purchase of clothing for young people, the care of furnishings and household equipment and undertake household and domestic duties which are appropriate to the care of young people.
To accompany the children and young people, when necessary, to places of worship; holidays; outings and on other occasions.
To contribute to the development of the young people, through the promotion & provision of a healthy lifestyle.
To assist in facilitating personal education plans for young people and ensure that recreational and leisure activities are organised as required.
To support the young person's development in both personal and social skills.
To be sensitive to the needs of individual children/young people, taking account of race, culture, language, and religion
Support young people in their activities within the local community Follow management teams guidance and direction and support the staffing teams role in assisting young people to meet their identified needs in their Care and Placement plans
To contribute to and participate in team meetings
Contribute to the maintenance of appropriate records particularly those detailing observations and/or assessment of the children/young person and those required to comply with statutory requirements and Ashdale Care (Ireland) policies and procedures.
Undertake duties in connection with the proper receipt, recording and safe keeping of monies and valuables within the home.
To share relevant information with colleagues and managers e.g. at changeover, and team meetings.
To inform line managers of any matters of concern in relation to the welfare of the children/young people including any concerns regarding the behaviour or practice of other staff.
To be aware of Health and Safety at Work requirements as they pertain to this post and comply with Ashdale Care (Ireland) policies and procedures.
To participate in formal supervision in accordance with Ashdale Care (Ireland) &supervision policy.
To maintain confidentiality in respect of staff and children/young people always.
To participate in staff training programmes as appropriate. Support Shifts are as follows:
- 12Hours Shifts including NIghts
This job description is not definitive or restrictive and should be regarded as providing guidelines within which the post holder will work. It will be subject to periodic review to ensure it continues to meet the future needs of ASHDALE CARE (Ireland) Ltd. WHAT YOU'LL GET IN RETURN
Competitive Pay scales for Residential Social Care Workers, starting at €30,081.
As well as competitive pay scales, our benefits package includes:
Exceptional Training Opportunities both internal and external
Income protection
Competitive Annual Leave entitlements
Employee Pension Scheme
Accelerated Social Care Leader Programme
Management Training Programme
Annual Appraisals
Annual Pay Review
Staff Care
First Access to career opportunities as we continue to grow our services throughout Ireland

Skills Needed

About The Company

Ashdale Care is the leading provider of enhanced and specialised therapeutic residential care for children and young people in Ireland. We care for young people with complex emotional and behavioural needs who cannot be adequately cared for in a mainstream setting.

For over 20 years our focus has always been 'putting the child first'. Our child-centric ethos consists of compassionate and industry-leading therapeutic care. This is delivered by a skilled in-house team which includes therapists, psychologists, teachers and creative art therapists for the most comprehensive support possible.

We provide a range of essential services for children and young people such as sensory integration, therapy, outdoor activities, education and so much more.

Company Culture

Our core goal is to allow children to create relationships, develop life skills and give them a safe place to grow.

We define ourselves by the care we give to everybody at Ashdale Care. We provide an abundance of training opportunities to all those on the Ashdale Care team. You will have every opportunity to grow in your role, and we reward and recognise hard work and dedication through career progression.

Our commitment to transforming lives is a mission that our team members contribute to daily and a role they are fully supported in.

Desired Criteria

Required Criteria

Level 6 Qualification in a Relevant Discipline
Ability to work in regulated activity, care for and supervise young persons
Flexible – willing and able to adapt to changing circumstances, shift patterns and expectations
Full clean driving license

Closing DateThursday 30th May, 2024

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