BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND
LIMERICK REGION

Applications are invited for the following positions:

CARE ASSISTANT

LOCATION: WEST LIMERICK

Permanent Part Time Contracts Available
Essential

• A recognised qualification appropriate to the Field of intellectual disability is an advantage. Must hold a relevant QQI Level 5 or higher.
• The candidate should have knowledge of person-centred planning.
• A full clean manual Driving Licence, which qualifies you to drive manual transmission vehicles on Irish Roads
• Fluency in verbal and written English is an essential requirement of this post.
• Excellent report writing and organisational skills
• Demonstrate initiative, good interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Display a good working knowledge of HIQA regulations and standards
• To be able to demonstrate flexibility, communication and team working skills together with an enthusiasm for the post.

Desirable
A minimum of one years’ experience of working with individuals with an Intellectual Disability is desirable, full training will be provided

What we offer

• HSE Pay scales
• Premium Payments
• Sick Pay Scheme
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Pension
• Training and Development
• Employee Assistance Programme

Closing date for receipt of completed applications is Sunday 15th September 2024
Informal Enquiries: Elizabeth Mullane, Area Manager

Please apply on careers page via the following link: www.brothersofcharity.ie/limerick

Short listing of applications may apply
Canvassing will disqualify
Panels may be formed as a result of the interview process.
The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Position: Care Assistant

Remuneration:
Salary Scale (pro rata)

€31,880, €32,999, €34,521, €35,026, €35,844, €37,434, €39,142, €39,737, €41,220, €42,239, €43,233, €44,248, €45,034 LSI

All new entrants to the Public Service will start at the first point of the above salary scale

Reports to: Manager or Designate

Hours of Work: As per Contract of Employment

Terms & Conditions of Employment:

• Department of Health & Children salary scales will apply
• Your hours of work will be in accordance with your Contractual agreement
• Annual Leave will be granted in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• To provide a home-like atmosphere for people supported by the services in a manner which will develop their ability to integrate into community life.
• To foster, encourage and develop each person supported by the services in self care skills, particularly in relation to personal hygiene, health matters and care of their personal appearance.
• To foster, encourage and develop participation where appropriate at a social level, for example, in local sports and recreational activities and leisure pursuits within and outside the residential setting.
• To ensure the religious needs of the people supported by the services are catered for.
• To ensure that people supported by the services attends at the appropriate programmes at the time(s) stipulated.
• To requisition goods In accordance with the existing procedures and policies of the organisation and to ensure that due economy and accountability is exercised.
• To attend to the needs of people supported by the services in each bungalow/ residential setting, this will include household duties.
• To ensure that people supported by the services private monies are carefully accounted for and that records are kept and reports made as requiredon all matters relating to the custody of monies for and receipt of monies from each client.
• To devise and participate as required in the implementationof Person Centred Plans, Training Programmes and other plans relevant to people supported by the services.
• To maintain records and issue reports as required.
• It is a requirement of the Brothers of Charity Services Ireland thatany matters of concern be reported immediately to your Manager or his/her designate.
• To be familiar with current developments in the servicesfor people with intellectual disabilities and to attend meetings and to participate in Training Programmes, as required.
• To participate in the staff appraisal system
• To ensure you are familiar with Health, Safety and Welfare Legislation and with existing fire regulations and to comply with emergency procedures.
• As the duties and responsibilities of the Unit are likely to change in line with the needs of people supported by the services the staff member must be flexible and willing to change and adapt to new programmes and models of service.
• To participate and assist with the organisation of Holiday Camps and holiday breaks.
• To act as a “Key Worker”, where appropriate.
• CONFIDENTIALITY: It is a requirement to maintain the confidentiality of information concerning the business of the Services in accordance with the Policy on Confidentiality, the Freedom of Information Act and the Data Protection Act.
• To undertake other duties as may be assigned from time to time by your Manager or Designate.
• You must hold a Full Clean Manual Driving Licence as you are required to be willing and able to drive a vehicle with up to 8 passenger seats and up to 3,500kg.
• You are required to establish and maintain relationships with the individuals who use our services that are based on respect and equality and that promote their independence.