Role: Day Service Facilitator

Who we are:

Cali (Care and Learn Ireland) combines both a Day Service and formal Learning for young adults with a severe to profound intellectual disability www.cali.ie

The Job:

• Supporting students in taking part in the Cali Centres’ Curriculum including QQI level 1 modules, life skills, cooking, budgeting, etc.
• Collaborate in the development of Individual Personal Plans to ensure the delivery of effective, high-quality services and in line with New Directions.
• Assist with all personal care needs and any other individual needs that may arise.
• Actively seek new interests and opportunities for our young adults to experience meaningful participation and roles in their community.
• Work as an integral part of the Cali Centres’ team actively participating in team meetings, service planning and reviews.
• Facilitate integration and implementation of MDT recommendations/plans into service delivery, while also supporting the young adults to follow the same.
• Maintain all records and individual plans as per Cali Centres’ policies.
• Escort the young adults on Cali/ Public transport (as required).
• Drive Cali vehicle to transport students

Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum of QQI level 6 in healthcare, social care, special needs assistant, care support, social studies, disability or equivalent.
• Experience in working with individuals who have severe to profound disabilities.
• Person-centred, young person first approach.
• Excellent communication, IT, report writing and planning skills.
• Flexibility and reliability.
• Knowledge of New Directions Regulations and National Standards for persons with disabilities is an advantage.
• Experience providing personal care.
• Experience in the administration of medications.
• Knowledge of Safeguarding and your role and responsibilities regarding same.
• Due to the nature of the role all applicants must be eligible to currently work in the Republic of Ireland and successfully complete the Garda Vetting Process.
• Proficiency/Experience in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC),

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: HSE Consolidated Pay Scale -Salary will reflect experience and qualifications.

Expected hours: 39 hours per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift - Monday to Friday
• No weekends

To apply please send C.V and cover letter to info@cali.ie