Requirements:
- Minimum level 7 in Social Care/ Social Studies or Equivalent
- 2 years’ experience in social care
- Full clean driving license
- Working knowledge of HIQA regulations and experience adhering to National Standard policies
- Experience working in ID sector
- Provide support to persons with intellectual disabilities in all aspects of daily living, including personal care.
- Manage and oversee the day to day running of the residential household(s) within the Community.
- Work within service budgets.
- Manage administrative and financial systems of the home and ensure that buildings are well maintained and in good repair- reporting any problems or concerns.
- To ensure the provision of a quality service, working in partnership with the person being supported, the care team and the person’s wider circle of support.
- Participate in and occasionally chair regular service meetings.
- Shift lead employees and volunteers within the house team and assist in the process of induction of new staff and residents.
- Coordinate and ensure the support needs of residents are met in their daily lives.
- Ensure that the Community provides the best standard of care and support, complies with legislation, policies, best practice and can demonstrate the same.
- Ensure a healthy and nutritious diet is offered that takes individual needs and choice into account.
- Maintain comprehensive and up to date residents’ records.
- Undertake responsibility for health and safety in the home in line with policy and procedure and maintain necessary records.
- Ensure all appropriate records are maintained and up to date for each resident.