We have exciting new Opportunities for: Care Assistants

Positions Available:

Permanent Full-time (39 hrs/week Monday to Sunday)
Relief (Various hours, flexible shifts available)

You are:

A dynamic and energetic team player with a passion for working with children/young people with intellectual disabilities. You are kind, caring, and compassionate. You have excellent team working skills, and thrive in a collaborative environment. You have the ability to work under pressure and handle changing priorities. You are familiar with best practices in Social Care and apply these consistently in your work.

Job Role:

• Provide a high quality of life and supportive atmosphere for individuals in our care.
• Promote involvement and participation in all activities.
• Implement programmes designed to assist in learning new skills.
• Assist individuals to carry out tasks & activities and offer support as necessary.
• Develop close contacts locally and encourage community integration.
• Administer medication and address basic health care and personal needs.
• Ensure written records are completed and up to date.
• Reports to: Residential/Respite Services Manager

Essential Criteria:

• QQI Level 5 in Social Care, Social Studies of equivalent.
• An interest in working with individuals that have Intellectual Disabilities and Autism
• Person-centred approach
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
• Flexibility and reliability for shift work (e.g. sleepovers / night duty, weekends, holidays, etc.)
• Knowledge of HIQA regulations for persons with disabilities in residential and respite services.
• Full driving license and willing to drive company vehicles.

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience supporting individuals with behaviours that challenge.

To Apply:

Please send your CV to recruitment@stcatherines.ie or call Debbie Carr on 087-1946126 for details.