Social Care Practitioner Residential

Purpose of Role:

The social care Practitioner (SCP) will provide day-to-day personal care and support for the Residents of Delta Centre. The Social Care Practitioner 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 Residents reflect 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-Centred Plans for each resident.
• Participate in regular reviews of any protocols/plans of care for each resident.
• Understand and facilitate residents' needs by appropriate communication systems.
• Assist each resident 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 residents 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-centred processes, ensuring the best possible outcomes for each resident 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 resident.

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

Education & Training:

Candidates must hold a qualification at Level 7 or above in a relevant health related discipline, such as:

• Level 7 Psychology
• Level 7 in Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy
• Level 7 in Counselling/Psychotherapy
• Level 7 in Youth and Community or similar
• Level 7 in Social Science/Social Studies
• Professional Qualification in Nursing Studies
• Level 7 in Disability Studies
• Level 7 in Applied Behavioural Analysis
• Level 7 in Social Pedagogy
• Level 7 in Physiotherapy
• Level 7 in Occupational Therapy
• Level 7 in Paramedic Studies
• Level 7 in humanities related study

Experience:

• Experience in the field of social care is required.
• 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.

Desired Quality:

• A Full Clean Driving Licence

Benefits:

• Generous Company Pension Contribution
• Working hours over a 7-day roster involving shift work
• Continuous Professional Development
• Fantastic development & career opportunities
• Top up on Maternity pay
• Top up on Paternity pay
• Bike to work Scheme
• Bi-Weekly Salary
• Mental Health Day
• Sleepover premium
• Sunday premium
• Live nights premium
• Employee assistance programme
• Additional premiums and allowances
• Very generous annual leave
• Ongoing training
• Supportive management and strong team environments