Autism Support Social Care Worker

Health Service Executive; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job description

Social Care Worker Autism A Chara Disability Services SCWSTL0408

Date posted: 12 August 2026

Before you apply

This job opportunity is open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants.

Reference

SCWSTL0408

Category

Health and Social Care Professionals

Grade

Social Care Worker 3029

Section 38

Advertisement Type

Open to all

The HSE is advertising this job on behalf of a publicly funded organisation. This job is not with the HSE. The terms and conditions of this job may be different from the HSE’s terms and conditions.

Health region

HSE Dublin and South East

County

• Dublin South

Location

Autism A Chara

Contract type

• Permanent Wholetime

Post specific related information

Qualification required: A full QQI level 7 Award in Social Care or Applied Social Care/Studies/Practice at degree level is essential, (or relevant schedule 3 qualification as listed on CORUs website) with at least 6 months recent experience working as a Social Care Worker supporting people with complex needs. Proof of successful registration with CORU as a Social Care Worker OR proof of application in progress with CORU. Skills/Abilities required of a Social Care Worker: Proven knowledge of current legislation and regulations relating to the Social Care Sector. Understanding of the needs and rights of individuals with autism. Proven ability to work on own initiative. Proven experience in the implementation and development of support/care plans and PCP’s. Places the needs of the person supported as the key focus in all activities. Delivers support according to the person’s PCP and care plan. Fluent English and excellent communication skills. Full, clean drivers licence essential with requirement to drive service vehicles.