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We are looking for an energetic Part Time Care Assistant/Support Worker - Day Service (30 hours per we... to join our high calibre team at Waterford Intellectual Disability Association in Waterford.
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Are you looking for a Part Time role as a Care Assistant/Support Worker?

Waterford Intellectual Disability Association are currently recruiting for Part Time Care Assistants to join their team in Day Services

Who We Are:

WIDA is a community based voluntary provider of services for adults and children with an intellectual disability and/or autism in Waterford City and County.

WIDA is registered charity, with a voluntary Board of Directors, and is fully funded by the Health Service Executive.

Hours of Work:

You will work 30 hours per week

What We Offer:

• HSE Consolidated Pay scales and rates apply
• Company Pension
• Death-in-Service Benefit
• Continuous Professional Development
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Bike to Work Scheme
• 23 days holidays (Pro Rata)

Essential Requirements:

• AminimumofQQI Level 5in Health Care/Social Care or similar qualification essential
• 1+ years ’ experience working as a Care Assistant in the area of Intellectual Disabilities
• FullClean Drivers Licence (Preferable)

Required Skills and Attributes:

• Confidentiality
• Accountability
• Ability to show leadership
• Resilience and empathy
• Excellent Interpersonal and communication skills
• Respect the dignity and privacy of service users
• Strong planning and organisational skills
• Knowledge of HIQA and New Directions standards.

Sample of responsibilities of the Position :

• Organise and participate actively in the recreational, educational and training programmes of service users.
• Foster, encourage and develop the social skills of each service user.
• Implementation of a Person Centred approach for each service user.
• To carry out risk assessments, implement care plans and conduct reviews.
• Assist service users with personal care as appropriate
• Support service users medication management
• Provide a safe and supportive and empowering environment for service users

Benefits of working as a Part Time Care Assistant/Support Worker - Day Service (30 hours per we... in Waterford:

● Excellent benefits
● Advancement opportunities
● Attractive package