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Social Care Assistant
Empathy Healthcare —Port Laoise, County Laois
- €16.50–€21.00 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- No degree
- Human resources
- Organisational skills
- Annual leave
- Referral programme
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Healthcare Assistant - Midlands
Lotus Care Services —Portarlington, County Laois
- €35,000–€50,000 a year
- Full-time
- English
- Free parking
- Referral programme
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Residential Support Worker
Lotus Care Services —Clonaslee, County Laois
- 12 hour shift
- No degree
- Communication skills
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Healthcare Assistant - Portlaoise
Irish Wheelchair Association —Port Laoise, County Laois
- €16.21–€18.03 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- English
- No degree
- Annual leave
- Sick pay
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Person In Charge (PIC) / Social care Manager / CNM1 / CNM2 / RNID
Empathy Healthcare —Port Laoise, County Laois
- €47,000–€72,000 a year
- Full-time
- Nursing
- No degree
- Leadership
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Social Care Assistant

Empathy Healthcare
Port Laoise, County Laois

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Job details

Full-time
€16.50–€21.00 an hour
13 days ago

Benefits

Additional leave
Annual leave
Company events
Referral programme
Sick pay
On-site parking

Qualifications

Level 5 in Healthcare Support
Quality assurance
Human resources
Organisational skills
Communication skills

Full job description

Person-CentredFull Time Social Care Assistant – Adult intellectual disability - Low support behaviours/ No challanging behaviours/ No High Support

Tenure: Permanent - 12 hour shift work

Location: Laois

Salary: €16.50-21.00 per hour DOE

Candidates must meet the following criteria:

Relevant QQI Level 5 Healthcare qualifications or equivalent
Minimum of 1 year of experience in a similar environment supporting adults or children with intellectual and physical disabilities.
Knowledge of adults/children with complex needs.
A full manual driver's licence is mandatory, with eligibility to drive in Ireland
Eligible to live and work in Ireland without restriction

Desirable Experience

1 years working in a residential setting for people with a disability

Special Skills and Competencies Professional Knowledge & Experience

Knowledge of quality assurance practices and their application to service provision
Experience of working with people with an Intellectual Disability/Acquired Brain Injury.
Knowledge of services to people with disabilities
Knowledge of social care model of service delivery
Knowledge of Person Centred Planning
Knowledge of both clinical and human resource policies and procedures, and relevant legislation
Knowledge of National Disability Standards (HIQA)

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Please note: this is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities) : Under the direction of the Person in Charge, the Social Care Assistant will be responsible for ensuring the privacy, dignity, and respect of individuals with disabilities are respected.

What you'll be doing

To role-model a culture within the workplace which supports the mission, vision and values of the service.
Assist in the implementation of clinical policies and guidelines services in line with National Quality Standards.
Assist in the Management of client care to ensure the highest professional standards using an evidence-based approach to ensure clinical effectiveness and efficiency.
Coordinate and prioritise appointments in liaison with MDT, with support of Social Care Workers.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives to improve service user satisfaction.
Supporting residents to build independence, self-confidence, and individuality.
Encouraging strong community links and promoting inclusion.
Creating a safe and positive environment that supports residents’ well-being.
Preparing reports and keeping accurate resident records.
Taking part in training sessions and attending professional meetings.
Following and maintaining service policies and procedures.
Promoting health and safety in line with the service’s policies.
Respecting confidentiality at all times.
Maintaining high standards of work, punctuality, and professionalism.
Building and maintaining positive working relationships with colleagues.

What We’re Looking For

Strong communication skills – written and verbal.
Problem-solving ability and adaptability under pressure.
A good understanding of the needs of vulnerable individuals.
Self-motivation and initiative.
Reliability, flexibility, and a willingness to learn.
Excellent organisational skills and teamwork.

Benefits:

Competitive salary with Sunday and Bank Holiday premiums
Career progression opportunities
Pension
Work/life balance
Paid annual leave
Refer a friend scheme

*This job description is a guide to the general range of duties assigned to the position holder. It is intended to be neither definitive nor restrictive and is subject to periodic review.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: €16.50-€21.00 per hour

Benefits:

Additional leave
Company events
On-site parking
Sick pay

Experience:

Social work: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

QQI Level 5/6 (required)
Full driving licence (required)

Work Location: In person

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