Health Care Assistant

Orchard Care Group

ABOUT THE ROLE As we continue to expand to provide additional services to meet the needs of those we care for, we currently have a number of opportunities within our Orchard Community Care division in Waterford City for full time and part time Social Care Workers/Residential Care Workers. We would love to welcome you to our team to help provide residential and day services to children and adults with medium to profound disability, including those with life limiting conditions. Our multidisciplinary teams are supported by a range of other professionals including psychologists, behavioural therapists, occupational therapists and speech and language therapists.  Working on a rolling shift rota, you will engage in daily activities and routines of the service, providing dedicated direct support to the people we care for as well as contributing to their development, health, and wellbeing.  Essential Requirements - Social Care Worker:  * Candidates must hold a qualification at Level 7 or above in a relevant discipline and be registered as a Social Care Worker with CORU or be in the process of registering as a Social Care Worker with CORU * Full manual driving license with eligibility to drive in Ireland.  * Have full eligibility and availability to work with us  Essential Requirements - Residential Care Worker:  Candidates must hold a qualification at Level 7 or above in a relevant health related discipline, such as: * Level 7 or above in Social Care and be in the process of registering * Level 7 Psychology * Level 7  in Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy * Level 7  in Counselling/Psychotherapy * Level 7 in Youth and Community or similar * Level 7 in Social Science/Social Studies * Level 7 in Family Support * Professional Qualification in Teaching (Not TEFL) * Professional Qualification in Nursing Studies * Level 7 in Disability Studies * Level 7 in Applied Behavioural Analysis * Level 7 in Early Years Care where centre caters for children under 12 years * Level 7 in Social Pedagogy * Level 7 in Sports Science * Level 7 in Physiotherapy * Level 7 in Occupational Therapy * Level 7 in Paramedic Studies *  Full manual driving license with eligibility to drive in Ireland *  Full eligibility and availability to work with us Desirable: * At least one years recent experience in the social services sector Main Responsibilities: * Be accountable for supporting the day to day running of the service and responsible for the delivery of a person-centred approach to the support and care we provide. * Ensure that the residents personal plan is completed in line with regulations and standards provided. * Be committed to pro-actively supporting the people we support in their daily lives and choices. * Engage with families, clinicians and building links in the community. * Experience implementing positive support programmes. * Focusing on promoting independence and community integration. * Keeping up to date on knowledge relating to current social care policies and sectoral and national changes related to disability services. * To motivate, support and encourage the people we support to engage in planned activities of their choice. * To take ownership and lead key working in consultation with the people we support, motivating them to engage in meaningful activities. * Supporting the care of the people we support such as personal care and providing a general overview of their everyday needs. * The role holder will be expected to work as part of a team, inclusive of supporting other staff members in relation to taking ownership of their workload. All staff are required to attend regular team meetings and engage positively in supervisions by Person in Charge. * Undertake required Health and Safety checks and Risk Assessments and record and report effectively. * In consultation with medication policy, upkeep the management and administration of medication. * Liaise with multi-disciplinary teams, families and other relevant people pertaining to the people we support. * Flexible and willing to work shifts to meet the needs of the service - rolling rosters, day and night shifts. * Undertake any other work which may arise within the scope of the role in order to meet the requirements of the service. IND BENEFITS TO WORKING WITH COMPANY * Comprehensive induction process * Extensive training programme * On-going mentoring and support * Continuous Professional Development support * Career progression opportunities * Competitive salary with increments * Premium rates paid on Sunday and Bank Holidays * Flexible work schedule to accommodate both staff and service users * 4 working weeks as annual leave * Refer a friend initiative * Working in a well-resourced environment with access to the multidisciplinary team * Employee Assistance Programme for staff and their families

Orchard Care Group

ABOUT THE ROLE About the Role Our Health Care Assistants are central to our teams in "Building Brighter Futures" for the people we support. As a Health Care Assistant you will be expected to engage in daily activities and routines of the service you are working in, inclusive of direct support to the people we support, as well as administration work and daily household tasks.  The Health Care Assistant is required to work as part of a dedicated and innovative team within Residential Services providing a service to the people we support in line with HIQA regulations & standards. As we provide specialist services 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, working hours are operated on a rolling roster, shift basis, which include sleep in’s and waking night duty as required.  Due to the nature of the position some flexibility may be required from time to time in relation to hours of work. Essential Requirements: * Relevant QQI Level 5 Healthcare qualifications or equivalent * Minimum of 1 year experience in a similar environment supporting adults or children with intellectual and physical disabilities. * Knowledge of adults/children with complex needs. * Full manual drivers licence is mandatory with eligibility to drive in Ireland * Eligible to live and work in Ireland without restriction Main Responsibilities: * Assist with the child/adults’ activities and care as assigned by the Manager and as indicated in the person’s integrated Care Plan ensuring the delivery of a high standard of care * Encourage recognition of the child/adult as an individual ensuring that they and their family’s needs and comforts are given priority. * To act as an advocate for the child/adult and family ensuring the provision of appropriate information and support. * Develop social interaction for the people we support individually and in a group setting. * To be aware of the uses, safety precautions and handling of equipment. * To participate in all communication processes – team meetings/staff forums/emails. * Ensure personal care is provided to the people we support when required. * Maintain and uphold the organisations and the people we support’s confidentiality at all times. * Flexible and willing to work shifts to meet the needs of the service. IND BENEFITS TO WORKING WITH COMPANY * Premium Sunday and Bank Holiday rates * Excellent staffing ratio’s * Flexible working arrangements * Comprehensive training, support with further & higher education, including paid training on commencement. * A clear commitment to your continuous professional and career development as we grow across Ireland. * Income Protection. * Orchard Values Award * Bike to work scheme * Refer a Friend Scheme * Employee Assistance Programme

Orchard Care Group

ABOUT THE ROLE Our Health Care Assistants are central to our teams in "Building Brighter Futures" for the people we support. As a Health Care Assistant you will be expected to engage in daily activities and routines of the service you are working in, inclusive of direct support to the people we support, as well as administration work and daily household tasks.  The Health Care Assistant is required to work as part of a dedicated and innovative team within Residential Services providing a service to the people we support in line with HIQA regulations & standards.  As we provide specialist services 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, working hours are operated on a rolling roster, shift basis, which include sleep in's and waking night duty as required.  Due to the nature of the position some flexibility may be required from time to time in relation to hours of work. Essential Requirements * Relevant QQI Level 5 Healthcare qualifications or equivalent * Minimum of 1 year experience in a similar environment supporting adults or children with intellectual and physical disabilities. * Knowledge of adults/children with complex needs. * Full manual drivers licence is mandatory with eligibility to drive in Ireland * Eligible to live and work in Ireland without restriction Main Responsibilities  * Assist with the child/adults’ activities and care as assigned by the Manager and as indicated in the person’s Integrated Care Plan ensuring the delivery of a high standard of care.  * Encourage recognition of the child/adult as an individual ensuring that they and their family’s needs and comforts are given priority.  * To act as an advocate for the child/adult and family ensuring the provision of appropriate information and support. * Develop social interaction for the people we support individually and in a group setting. * To be aware of the uses, safety precautions and handling of equipment. * To participate in all communication processes – team meetings/staff forums/emails. * Ensure personal care is provided to the people we support when required. * Maintain and uphold the organisations and the people we support’s confidentiality at all times. * Flexible and willing to work shifts to meet the needs of the service. IND BENEFITS TO WORKING WITH COMPANY * Premium Sunday and Bank Holiday rates * Excellent staffing ratio’s * Flexible working arrangements * Comprehensive training, support with further & higher education, including paid training on commencement. * A clear commitment to your continuous professional and career development as we grow across Ireland. * Income Protection. * Orchard Values Award * Bike to work scheme * Refer a Friend Scheme * Employee Assistance Programme