Day Care Assistant - CE Scheme - Galway Simon Community

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Application Details

Eligibility to participate on CE is generally linked to those who are 21 years or over and in receipt of a qualifying social welfare payment for 1 year or more or 18 years and over for certain disadvantaged groups. Your eligibility will have to be verified by the Department.

To register your interest you can contact an Employment Personal Advisor (EPA) in your local Intreo Centre.

Applicants should supply suitable character references and be prepared to complete a Garda vetting application form.

Job Description

Duties

This is a developmental opportunity, no experience necessary. Accredited training will be provided to support your career.

• Interacting with clients by chatting, listening to them and offering opportunities to participate the GSC social integration team activities.
• Assisting with the planning and implementation the ongoing maintenance and development of the GSC overall allotment area and facility.
• Support in providing a creative environment which support social and community integration.
• Liaise with the team and the relevant keyworkers to support the achievement of identified care plans for client participating in the social integration activities.
• Follow all administration policies and recording procedures that are relevant to your role e.g. purchasing procedures, recording attendance, service updates etc.
• Participate proactively in supervision, training and development opportunities.
• Assist in the maintenance of infection control and hygiene standards at all times.
• Work in a safe manner with due care and attention to the safety of yourself and others and bring concerns to the attention of the line manager without delay.
• Maintain professional standards in relation to confidentiality, ethics and legislation.
• Any additional duties that may from time to time be determined by Management or the CE Supervisor.
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