Social Care Worker - Drogheda

Job description

Job Title: Social Care Worker - Residential

Job location: Louth

The successful candidate will have:

• A recognised and relevant qualification (FETAC level 5) e.g. Social Care/Training/Education/Teaching etc

• A strong interest and /or experience in working with adults and children with an intellectual disability.

• The ability to support people in their daily living and identify and develop people’s natural support networks, work and social roles, and access meaningful activities in the community.

• The ability to facilitate and support service-users, including people with complex needs, in both service based and community programmes.

• Knowledge of relevant national legislation, policy and standards e.g. HIQA and New Directions

• Excellent communication, teamwork, interpersonal, organisational and initiative skills.

• Understanding of the importance of Safeguarding Vulnerable people, Person Centred Planning, Advocacy, Human Rights and Risk Management concepts.

• A full manual driving license is an essential requirement for this role.

If you believe you have the necessary enthusiasm, competencies and experience to bring to this role apply to us today.