Location: County Kildare / County Wicklow, Ireland
Company: Kare
Job Description/Overview:
Kare is an innovative organization committed to supporting adults with intellectual disabilities in residential and day services. This role involves providing individualized, person-centered care that fosters independence and active community involvement for adults over 18.
Key Responsibilities:
Participate in the completion of individual assessments of need.
Support and evaluate each person’s Individual Support Plan.
Assist individuals in achieving personal goals and preparing nutritious meals.
Provide daily living support, including personal care and positive behavior support.
Ensure access to healthcare services and maintain a hygienic environment.
Communicate effectively with families, engaging them in the individual’s care.
Drive Kare vehicles to support clients in accessing community resources.
Qualifications:
Essential:
QQI Level 5 qualification in Intellectual Disability Practice, Social Care, or Community Support Worker Program (minimum 3 modules including Intellectual Disability).
Full, clean manual Irish driving license.
Experience:
Required:
Knowledge of Person-Centered Planning, Advocacy, Safeguarding, and Risk Management.
Familiarity with positive behavior support for managing challenging behaviors.
Skills:
Effective communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
IT skills for administrative tasks (e.g., email, report writing, assistive technology).
Ability to build trusting relationships and work independently.
How to Apply:
Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role
Additional Information:
Flexible hours with day, night, and weekend shifts.
Transfers may be required based on service needs.
Who can Apply:
Individuals who are dedicated to supporting people with intellectual disabilities in achieving independence and community engagement.
Additional Benefits:
Generous annual leave and paid parental leave.
Flexible working hours.
Employee Assistance Programme, Contributory Pension Plan, and Salary Protection Plan.
Professional growth and career progression opportunities.
Email: kare@kare.ie
Job link
https://www.irishjobs.ie/job/social-care-assistant/kare-job103590166
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