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Job Description
Our Client is seeking compassionate and motivated Social Care Workers & Team Leaders to join their dedicated teams based in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland providing holistic, person-centred support to individuals with learning disabilities, autism and associated mental health needs.
You will play a vital role in supporting people to live meaningful, independent lives; ensuring their dignity, rights, and individuality are respected at all times. This will be a permanent post requiring full time hours (days, nights, sleepovers) Monday-Sunday on shift rotation.
Locations
Northern Ireland: Fermanagh, Cookstown, Sion Mills
ROI: Monaghan & Cavan
Key Responsibilities
* Provide holistic day-to-day support in line with individual needs assessments.
* Deliver person-centred, empowering care that promotes independence and self-determination.
* Assist with all aspects of personal care, maintaining respect, privacy and dignity.
* Ensure the Human Rights of each service user are upheld with integrity and respect.
* Maintain a safe, clean and supportive environment at all times.
* Promote each individual’s wishes, preferences, skills and abilities, supporting them to live life to their fullest potential.
* Encourage social inclusion, supporting service users to be valued members of their community.
* Provide accurate and accessible information to enable informed decision-making.
* Work in the least restrictive and most enabling way, supporting positive risk-taking.
* Use a low-arousal, non-aversive approach to behaviour support.
* Support service users to achieve personal outcomes with clear goals and timeframes.
* Prioritise supports, meet key commitments, and work in line with evidence-based practice.
* Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, food safety and infection control.
* Accurately complete all daily records, risk assessments, reports and documentation.
* Administer and document medication safely, following the 10 Rights of Medication Administration.
* Ensure proper handling and safeguarding of service users’ medications and finances, as per policy.
* Adhere to all policies, procedures, and regulatory frameworks (including RQIA standards).
* Participate in team meetings, reviews and multidisciplinary discussions, sharing feedback and observations appropriately.
* Contribute positively and professionally to the staff team and wider organisation.
Essential Requirements
* A third level qualification (level 5) or equivalent in the area of health & social care
* Registered with NISCC/CORU as a Social Care Worker
* Have a minimum of two years’ experience of working in similar settings/residential services, with people with a learning disability, autism or associated mental health needs.
* Experience of leading a team of staff in a social care environment, preferably residential care (Team Lead)
* Competence in Microsoft Office and basic computer systems (Word, Excel, SharePoint).
* A full driving licence valid for use in Ireland/UK.
* Right to Work in the UK/Ireland
Desirable Requirements
* Experience as a Key Worker or in a leadership role within a care setting.
* Experience supporting adults with complex needs or behaviours of concern in community settings.
* Knowledge and experience RQIA Minimum Standards.
* Further training or certification in Safety Intervention (formerly MAPA), or similar frameworks.
What we Offer
* Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
* Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation
* A supportive and inclusive team environment
* Flexible working patterns to suit your lifestyle
* Opportunities to make a genuine impact on people’s lives every day
To Apply
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