Intellectual Disability Care Assistant

"Enabling people with an intellectual disability to have full and meaningful lives through quality person-centred services in partnership with families"

Cheeverstown is a voluntary organisation, regulated by the Health Information & Quality Authority (HIQA).

We provide a wide range of person-centred services, including residential, respite, and day services to almost 400 adults with an intellectual disability in the south Dublin area.

We are seeking applications from energetic and enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Care Assistants to provide care and support through a person-centred approach which promotes the person's development and growth and participation in their local communities. We have permanent and specified purpose contracts available for Full-time hours (39hr) and part-time hours (19.5hr) . Candidates must be highly motivated, creative, and experienced, with a passion for engaging with the people we support on a daily basis. In order to promote and support community integration for the individuals supported by Cheeverstown. The role of a Care Assistant is significant in a person's life. The work is rewarding, varied, and interesting.

The Role:

• Plan and deliver supports that are person-centred, which will enable people to have full and meaningful lives.
• Respond to individual needs, interests and desires in planning and delivering supports.
• Support people to access community-based services and opportunities, enabling people to develop relationships and roles to ensure people are included and valued in their own communities.
• Work to maximise opportunities for people to meet their potential.

Person specification Essential:

• A FETAC/QQI Level 5 Major Award in Social Care/ Healthcare or relevant qualification- all 8 modules completed.
• Be knowledgeable of the Health Act 2007 and have experience and understanding of the HIQA Regulations
• Values that correspond with Cheeverstown's values.
• Possess a full, clean driver's license and willingness to drive
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including good listening skills.
• A person-centred approach to the provision of supports, including an understanding of the individual needs and abilities of each person.
• Flexibility to work in all areas of Resident Services.
• Openness to providing support across a variety of activities.
• Commitment and dedication to enhancing the lives of people with intellectual disabilities and autism.
• Good IT and administrative skills.

Desirable:

• One year's experience working in the area of disability is preferable.
• Experience supporting people with autism.

Induction weeks are provisionally scheduled to commence on 1th October and 9th of November.

Please note: All job offers are subject to two successful references, ongoing Garda Vetting, completion of mandatory training (online & onsite) and a satisfactory pre-employment medical.

Salary will be paid at the Care Assistant grade on the HSE Consolidated Salary Scales, depending on qualifications and experience.