Social Care Worker, Callan, Co Kilkenny

Social Care Worker

Camphill Communities of Ireland are seeking to hire a Social Care Worker. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is looking for a new challenge.

The position requires a high degree of understanding and commitment to the residents and to Camphill Communities of Ireland. The prime consideration at all times must be for the welfare and wellbeing of the residents. This position requires a high degree of professionalism. Confidentiality with regard to residents and staff is most important.

The Social Care Worker must have the ability to work with people with an intellectual disability and must believe that the person has the right to live and participate in the community equally with other people. The Social Care Worker, in co‑operation with the Shift Lead and the Person In Charge, will be responsible for the overall growth and direction of the residents, working within the ethos of CCoI.

The person appointed must be highly responsible and reliable, be competent in household management and have the ability to create and maintain a homely and supportive environment. The position requires a maturity enabling the person to resolve conflict and can understand and empower people with sometimes quite divergent points of view.

The person appointed should be flexible in their approach to service provision and should have the ability to lead and work as a member of a team. They will be required to take an active part in ensuring that the day‑to‑day operations of the Service reflect the ethos and vision of CCoI and that all staff are meeting the needs of the individuals supported by the Service.

They will be required, whilst setting a personal example by attitude, conduct, practice and leadership style, to carry out the duties of the post outlined hereafter.