Social Care Assistant Residential Service, Castlebar Co. Mayo

Job title:

Social Care Assistant Residential Service, Castlebar Co. Mayo

Company:

Western Care Association

Job description

At Western Care we aim to provide the most appropriate care, in the most appropriate setting for the people we support. And right now, we are looking to grow and support our team across County Mayo.Why not be part of a progressive team, that’s delivering for its community.Western Care – Supporting People To Live Their Lives.Social Care Assistant (Service Area 6)Residential Service, Castlebar Co. Mayo

• Permanent 18 hours per week + Relief
• Reference Number 2025-073

Applicant Detail

• Please apply by current C.V.
• Closing Date: March 24th, 2025
• Further enquiries by contacting Veronica Heffron, Service Manager – Email:
• Please note Panels may be formed as a result of this competition for similar posts within the Organisation

Job BriefSuccessful applicants will be required to deliver on the vision for people they are supporting. You will work directly with an individual, supporting them to gain valued social roles in their lives and participate in meaningful creative activities through developing appropriate supports. You will also advocate on behalf of the individual with regard to their needs and preferences and support the development of their Individual Plans.Qualification DetailsNo minimum level required for Social Care Assistant positionsCandidate Requirements

• Successful candidate will have experience in the area of facilitating and supporting people who have high and/or complex needs
• A genuine understanding and interest in working alongside people in effecting positive opportunities and change in their lives in a meaningful way
• The ability to listen, to see and respectfully advocate for and on behalf of the individual with regard to their needs, preferences, rights and dreams
• Have excellent communication skills and a clear understanding of team work with motivation to deliver high quality facilitation, working alongside individuals, their families and other disciplines
• A strong belief in people’s rights, inclusion and equality
• Flexibility will be required from time to time to respond to service demands
• Working knowledge of HIQA standards and regulations is essential
• Good knowledge of IT skills is preferable

Other Requirements

• Full driver’s license is essential
• All applicants will be subject to Irish Garda Vetting & Reference checks
• All applicants from Countries outside the E.U. will be required to provide relevant work authorization to take up employment in Republic of Ireland. This must be submitted along with Application
• All applicants will be required to access Overseas Police Clearance if they have lived outside of the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland more than 6 months since the age of 18 years

Salary ScaleSocial Care Assistant Pay Scale (Scale Range €30,288 – €42,034 per annum)– this is based on full time working hours i.e.39 hours per weekEmployment Benefitso Competitive salaryo Pension and Life Insurance Schemeo Annual leave in excess of statutory entitlemento Premiums including anti-social payments on residential rosterso Dedicated learning and developmento Flexible working opportunitieso Staff initiatives e.g. Employee Assistance Programme, Bike-to-Work Schemeo Sick pay schemefurther information available by emailing hr@westerncare.com

Expected salary

Location

Castlebar, Co Mayo

Job date

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 23:32:54 GMT

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