Social Care Worker

Job Title: Social Care Worker X1
Reporting to: Management team (Team leader/ Care Manager of Reach Deaf Services Education service)
Location:Primarily between St Mary’s and St Joseph’s Boarding Campus. At times, the successful candidate may be called upon to work in Reach Deaf Services Support Living Service
Salary:€34,560.00 Pro Rata Per Annum
Contract duration:Permanent, Subject to probationary period and Garda Vetting

Summary:
Reach Deaf Services provides a range of specialised services to young Deaf people who attend the schools that share the same campus. We operate during term time only. We seek to offer a homely environment for all boarders with an emphasis on facilitating their personal development to achieve their full potential whilst involved in education. We seek to achieve a reputation for innovation and a strong commitment to high standards in terms of our practice. The needs of our boarders are our highest priority and guide us in our work.

The job holder will be working morning/day/evening/Sunday shifts – roster in line with service needs.

Interviews for these vacancies will take place week beginning 16^th of December 2024.

If you submit your CV and application before the application deadline, we may contact you arrange an interview.

Why work for us:

• We offer a competitive salary
• Flexible working
• Generous employer pension
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Maternity Leave
• Learning and Development opportunities with a focus on personal and professional progression
• Free Parking
• A job with purpose, working as part of a diverse and inclusive team
• Paid Sick Leave

Duties and Responsibilities:

Below are the key areas of responsibility; (This list is not exhaustive)

• There are specific duties to be completed on shift and these will be outlined at the point of induction, during the probation period, regularly by management, and within service documentation. It is the staff members responsibility to complete all relevant tasks.
• Implement operational plans as determined by the Head of Care/Care Manager/ Team Leaders.
• Ensure compliance with practice with organisational policies, procedures, national legislation, Children First, HIQA/TULSA and other applicable standards.
• Contribute in the recording of all documentation e.g risk assessments, complaints, Individual Crisis Support Plan`s.
• Promote an ISL environment with ISL being the first language in use within the service
• Holding the role of keyworker, creating personal care plans and ensuring that they are followed and regularly reviewed.
• Facilitate the development of boarders’ life skills, education, and personal goals through the key worker role.
• Maintain good household standards and encourage the children/young adults to help with tasks including cooking, shopping, laundry and household chores.
• Work with a range of other service providers/key stakeholders in order to support the boarders.
• Engage with parents/guardians of boarders on an ongoing basis.
• Plan trips out and promote integration into the community.
• Attend all relevant training/meetings provided by Reach Deaf Services & external agencies.
• Supervise boarders in all aspects of daily life, having regard for their safety. Supervise activities and support the boarders in their education.
• Ensure the safe storage/administration and recording of medication.
• Strong awareness of Child protection and safeguarding & the role of the Mandated Person.
• Engage in the reflective supervision process on a six weekly basis & the Performance Objective process.
• Partake in service improvement initiatives i.e. audits, action plans, quality assurance.

Essential Criteria:

• Minimum Level 7 Degree in Social Care or related social science degree, Applied Social Studies, Community and Youth Work or Deaf Studies
• Experience of HIQA/TUSLA or equivalent audit processes

Desirable Criteria:

• QQI (Formerly FETAC) Level 3 in Irish Sign Language or commitment to achieve within 12 months and QQI Level 4 within two years – this course will be funded by the organisation
• Full clean driving licence
• Minimum of 1-2 years post graduate experience working in a residential care setting
• Experience of working effectively with a range of stakeholders to provide services to young people either in the community or within a residential setting
• Experience of providing of receiving reflective supervision to facilitate professional development

Key Behaviours:

• Leadership potential
• Be creative and innovative
• Good problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate at all levels
• Willing to participate in change initiatives
• Reliability
• Ability to use your own initiative
• Level of Professionalism
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Do you not meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and members of underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet all qualification criteria.

At Reach Deaf Services, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Any interested applicants should forward their CV and a short covering letter stating their suitability for the role. Please email Recruitment@reachdeafservices.ie by close of business 04:00pm on the 31^st of December 2024.

If you require further details on this role, please contact me directly at KHarris@reachdeafservices.ie

All offers of employment are subject to Garda Vetting

Kristina Harris
HR Generalist
Reach Deaf Services