Social Care Assistants & Social Care Workers

Lotus Care provides a range of respite, residential and support services to Children & Adults with intellectual disabilities in a homely and comfortable community setting. We aim to empower people with the necessary skills to live full and satisfying lives as equal citizens of their local communities.

Role Overview

Reporting to: Person in Charge

Contract Type: Full-Time

Working Week: Average of 40 hours a week, day and waking night shifts required

Location of Work: Co. Roscommon. New centre, opening in 8-12 weeks

What We Offer

Competitive premiums for unsocial hours
Full induction training
Extensive in-house training programme
On-going mentoring and support
Refer a Friend Scheme
Employee of the Month Scheme
EAP Access
Free on-site parking
CPD support

Role Responsibilities

Facilitate and encourage decision-making, independence, and personal development.
Provide support in daily living skills, including personal hygiene, health and appearance.
Work in a person-centred manner to meet individual care plans and goals.
Adhere to policies and procedures, standards, regulations, and codes of practice
Administer and document the dispensation of prescribed medication.
Undertake key worker responsibilities, helping service owners achieve goals.
Document and report incidents and complaints involving staff, service owners or visitors.
Work with MDT to achieve the goals of service owners.

Essential Requirements

Social Care Worker: Minimum Level 7 qualification in Applied Social Studies or equivalent.
Social Care Worker: Registered (or in process) with the Social Care Workers Registration Board by CORU.
Social Care Assistant: QQI Level 5 (8 modules) in Healthcare or equivalent
Hold a full Irish driving license
Prior experience in social care or healthcare.
Working knowledge of HIQA standards and regulations.
Excellent verbal and writing skills.
Garda Vetting/Police Clearance

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