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Céad Ean 17 2024

Aoine Ean 26 2024

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Day Services Facilitator

Who we are:
CALI (Care and Learn Ireland) is an exciting new initiative launching in early 2024 which combines both a Day Service and formal Learning for young adults with severe to profound intellectual disability. Till now this cohort of school leavers transitioned to a traditional Day Service model with no continuing/ further education learning pathway.
This new style of ‘Care and Learn’ initiative is being run with support from the Kildare & Wicklow Education and Training Board. It will create a unique environment designed to help these school leavers continue their learning and reach their full potential. The programme will include the support of a full multidisciplinary therapy (MDT) team.
The aim is to develop a new model of Care and Learning for severe to profound young adults that will become a template for national roll out.

At CALI we are:
Challenging Thinking, Creating New Expectations and Transforming Lives.

Who you are:
You are a caring, empathetic, energetic, and dynamic individual with a passion for supporting young adults with severe to profound disabilities. You interact positively with others, can handle changing priorities and are willing to learn and adapt to meet the changing needs of the service and the individuals we support. You want to be part of a team that welcomes your ideas and where innovation, collaboration and respect are core.

The Job:
● To facilitate opportunities for young adults to develop and grow through their participation in the CALI Centre programmes.
● 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, including the administration of medication while working in accordance with CALI Centres’ policies and procedures.
● Supporting the students in taking part in the CALI Centres’ Curriculum including QQI level 1 modules, life skills, cooking, budgeting, etc.
● Facilitate enjoyable activities to foster independence, confidence and encourage creativity and learning.
● Actively seek new interests and opportunities for our young adults to experience meaningful participation and roles in their community.
● Ensure, promote, and always safeguard the wellbeing and interests of the young adults and to adhere to CALI Centres’ policies and procedures around same.
● 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).
Qualifications & Experience:
● Minimum of QQI level 5 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 and those with Autism is an advantage.
● 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 an advantage
● 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.
Desirable:
● QQI level 7 qualification or higher in Social Care, Social Studies, Education, Disability or equivalent.
● Experience of working in a day services/ special school environment.
● Experience in supporting individuals who communicate differently.
● Experience supporting individuals with behaviours that may challenge and experience in the use of positive behaviour support strategies.
● Proficiency/Experience in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), e.g., Lámh, PECS, Communication devices, GRID etc.
Contract:
Fixed Term Contracts (3 years)
 
Benefits:
In addition to all statutory benefits CALI Centres offer:
● Salary – Equivalent to HSE Consolidated Pay Scale – Salary will reflect experience and qualifications. Guide: €30,000 - €50,000
● 23 Days Annual Leave + 2 concessionary days (Christmas Eve & Good Friday)
● Private Healthcare
● Pension
● External Professional Supervision
● Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
● Ongoing Training & Development