Community Connector / Social Care Worker, Wicklow

Community Connector / Social Care Worker

Supporting access for the men and women of the Adult Day Service in maximising independence, learning, education and employment.

Job Title: Community Connector / Social Care Worker – Day Service

Contract Type: Full-time Permanent, Monday to Friday, 8.00am – 4.30pm

Position Location: The primary base for the position will be based out of the Day Service Centre on the Dublin Road, Bray. The successful candidate will be required to travel and work across the organisation delivering relevant programmes. This will include our two centres- in Bray and in Dún Laoghaire.

Reporting to: Vocational Training & Day Services Manager

Primary Purpose of this Role:

Day Services Programme Delivery:

Key working responsibilities of assigned service membersResponsible for the implementation of person-centred plans for individuals accessing the services, including the setting, monitoring and facilitation of action plan meetings.Responsible for timetabling person-centred planning meetings and follow up progress reports,Develop behaviour support plans and progress updates as appropriate,To deliver relevant programmes/classes with an emphasis on community inclusion.Direct liaison person for service member family/ or support personsResponsible for the contribution to and adherence to weekly programme timetables.To support Service Members in having meaningful social roles in their communities with an emphasis on Supported Employment,

Programme Monitoring and Evaluation

Contribute to the ongoing programme monitoring and evaluation as well as supporting its continuous improvement,Collect data to measure outcomes, prepare reports as requested,Adhere to quality assurance systems and procedures,Participate in committees as directed by Vocational Training and Day Services Manager / Day Services Team Leaders.Ensure all programme files are maintained to a high standard and in compliance with HSE and data protection regulatory requirements

Stakeholder Engagement and Communication

Continually build strong relationships with Service members, families, and caregivers, ensuring clear communication and satisfaction.Partner with referral sources, community organisations, and healthcare providers to enhance service offerings and continuity of care.

Training and Development

Carry out an identification of learner needs for assigned Service Member as part of their Person-Centred plan.To keep informed about current issues affecting people with intellectual disabilities and to integrate evidenced based knowledge into daily practiceParticipate in weekly staff and planning meetings to ensure effective communication, quality assurance of service delivery and continuous improvement of overall services programme.

Health & Safety

Observe, report and take appropriate action on any matter which may be detrimental to service members’ care or wellbeing,Complete incident reporting and near miss events,Complete and review risk assessments, including the development of a positive risk management plan for service members,Adhere to all HSE policies and procedures and to all relevant Health & Safety legislation.