Caretaker

Job Description

Location: Athens, Greece

Type of Contract: Until December 2022, with high possibility of extension

Type of Employment: Full time, shift schedule afternoon, evening hours including weekends

SCOPE OF WORK: Under the guidance and supervision of the SIL Unit Coordinator, the caretaker will be responsible for implementing daily independent living care plans, supervision and monitoring of adolescents/young adults residing in the SIL apartments. S/he will be responsible for ensuring the adolescents/young adults are safe and participating in daily education activities, as well as in extracurricular, recreational and integration activities. S/he will be responsible for the implementation of activities related to the daily house management and housekeeping and the life/soft skills building of the adolescents/young adults, in cooperation with the social worker. The caretaker will further ensure the adolescents/young adults are safe during night hours.

Position objectives:

1. Support and coordinate individual daily care plans for adolescents/young adults;

2. Provide daily supervision in ensuring the health and safety and security of adolescents/young adults consistent with IRC’s security procedures/policies and according to the SIL Standard Operating Procedures;

3. Coordinate and facilitate adolescents/young adults’ involvement in community-based educational, social, health, recreational, integration programs/activities;

4. Directly work with the rest team members for the efficient and effective delivery of adolescents/young adults’ case-plans and all the related activities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Establish positive relationships with the adolescents/young adults to facilitate the provision of daily psychosocial support, socialization and mentoring activities by specialized staff;

• Assist the adolescents/young adults in the operation of daily care routines/chores and thorough upkeep of the apartments;

• Ensure that adolescents/young adults follow all daily care routines including daily waking/hygiene, dressing and showering, meal and dietary requirements including group dining and attending appointments;

• Ensure that adolescents/young adults understand, agree on and follow safety/cohabitation rules as described in Internal Rules of Procedure;

• Consistently monitor/assess the safety and security of adolescents/young adults, promptly reporting concerns or incidents to the social worker and the SIL Unit Coordinator;

• Consistently monitor and identify any accessibility challenges that adolescents/young adults with disabilities may encounter; promptly report arising issues to the social worker and SIL Unit Coordinator and cooperate in solutions;

• Proactively identify any behavioral changes or issues the adolescents/young adults might have and immediately report them to the social worker;

• Communicate regularly with the social workers and the SIL Unit Coordinator on critical incidents, adolescents/young adults’ achievements and challenges;

• Whenever needed, participate in the formulation of adolescents/young adults case plan reviews, case-plans and case consultations/conferences;

• In coordination with the social worker, coordinate with medical personnel to ensure the physical/health needs of the adolescents/young adults are met;

• Foster an inclusive attitude that will establish the engagement of all adolescents/young adults residing in the apartments;

• Facilitate bi-weekly residents’ meetings with the adolescents/young adults living in all 3 apartments;

• Assist in any other task, as per each shift’s needs;

• Perform safety and security checks as needed;

• Whenever needed, undertake along with the participation of the adolescents/young adults any house reparations and assist in fixing any damages;

• Provide input for weekly and monthly activity reports;

• Update the daily reports and records, with respect to the confidentiality principle;

• Directly communicate effectively with the rest team members on the quality and effectiveness of individual adolescents/young adults case plans;

• Regularly attend team meetings and other internal and external meetings;

• Create and maintain effective working relationships with other IRC departments and external services, including other CP actors, UN agencies e.tc.;

• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor to protect and support the adolescents/young adults and enable and develop the programme.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or relevant diploma/certificate, nursing, pedagogical or educational studies preferred;

• A minimum of 1 year experience in working with adolescents/young adults and/or persons with disabilities;

• Experience implementing group activities with adolescents/young adults is highly desirable;

• Experience in institution/safe zone/shelter/SIL for children/young adults and persons with disabilities is an asset;

• Possession of creative, fine arts or technical skills, such as wood-working, electronics, painting, music e.tc. is an asset;

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with adolescents/young adults;

• Demonstrated empathy and understanding of vulnerable adolescents/young adults;

• Previous experience in supporting dependents in obtaining independent living skills and enacting daily routines & self-care plans;

• Personal qualities: Team player, responsive, flexible, able to handle stress and high-pressure work environments effectively & work in culturally diverse work settings;

• Understanding and sensitivity to the needs of people from a variety of backgrounds and cultures;

• Strong sense of personal integrity;

• Strong negotiation and coordination skills;

• Strong attention to detail and ability to multi-task while working in a fast-paced environment;

• Fluency in Greek and good working knowledge in English is required;

• Computer skills: Knowledge of MS Office, Internet, Outlook and competency with new technologies required.

OTHER:

• Must possess a valid Greek driver’s license with no record of criminal driving offense;

• Must be able to work flexible hours, including afternoons, evenings, nights and weekends;

• Must successfully complete criminal background check;

• Able to participate in physical activities with adolescents/young adults that may include running, bending, stooping and moderate lifting.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Working hours: shift schedule mostly during afternoon, evening and night hours, including weekends.

Travel and other requirements: travel requirements between the apartments within Attica and occasionally to other areas of IRC programs within Athens.

Professional Standards

All IRC staff are required to adhere to the IRC Way Standards for Professional Conduct and the IRC country employment policies.

Disclaimer Clause: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skills, effort, duties and responsibilities associated with position.

IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.

Due to the expected high number of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. ___________________________________________________________________________

Professional Standards: The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti Workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity, and Anti-Retaliation.

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