Autism Care Worker — Permanent Full-Time

Health Service Executive; Wicklow; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Service Executive in Ashford, Wicklow, is recruiting a Social Care Worker for a permanent full-time position. The role supports people with complex needs, including autism, and requires CORU registration or in-progress status.

You will work under person-centred plans and PCPs, delivering compassionate care in a community setting. Applicants must have QQI Level 7 or a related degree, 6+ months of relevant experience, and a full driving licence.

Qualifications

• QQI Level 7 Award in Social Care or degree in related field.
• CORU registration required or application in progress.
• 6+ months experience with complex needs.
• Solid knowledge of current social care legislation.
• Ability to work on own initiative and deliver care plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to people with complex needs in Ashford, Wicklow.
• Deliver care according to each PCP and care plan.
• Develop and implement person-centred support plans.
• Uphold the rights and needs of service users, with effective communication.

Skills

Legislation knowledge

Autism understanding

Independent initiative

Care plans/PCPs

English communication

Driver's license

Education

QQI Level 7 Social Care

Applied Social Care/Studies/Practice degree

CORU registration or in progress

Job description

Health Service Executive in Ashford, Wicklow, is recruiting a Social Care Worker for a permanent full-time position. The role supports people with complex needs, including autism, and requires CORU registration or in-progress status.

You will work under person-centred plans and PCPs, delivering compassionate care in a community setting. Applicants must have QQI Level 7 or a related degree, 6+ months of relevant experience, and a full driving licence.