Residential Social Care Worker (Evenings/Weekends)

Autism A Chara (previously Autism Initiatives Ireland CLG); Ashford; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education Support Scheme

Company pension with company contrib.

Sick Pay & Health Care plans

Paid Maternity leave

Paid Paternity leave

22 days annual leave

Evening and weekend premium rates

Bike to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Birthday off

Job summary

Autism A Chara is seeking a Social Care Worker to join our residential service in Ashford, Co. Wicklow. The role is a 39-hour week on a specific purpose contract, with a focus on supporting people with complex needs.

The successful candidate will hold a QQI Level 7 in Social Care or equivalent, be eligible for CORU registration, and be willing to work evenings, weekends and night shifts, including driving service vehicles if required.

Qualifications

• QQI Level 7 Award in Social Care or Applied Social Care/Studies/Practice at degree level is essential.
• Proof of CORU registration as a Social Care Worker or application in progress is required.
• Availability to work rota including evenings, weekends and waking night duties.
• Full, clean Irish driving licence desirable with potential to drive service vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Learn about the person to identify needs and preferences.
• Adapt communication to the individual’s needs.
• Be patient, engaging and kind while delivering support.
• Assist with daily living activities and routines, including personal care.
• Support participation in community activities and develop new skills.
• Help the person understand their rights and participate in decision making.

Skills

Communication skills

Autism awareness

Independent worker

Care plan development

Person-centered care

Driver's license

Education

QQI Level 7 Social Care degree

Job description

Autism A Chara is seeking a Social Care Worker to join our residential service in Ashford, Co. Wicklow. The role is a 39-hour week on a specific purpose contract, with a focus on supporting people with complex needs.

The successful candidate will hold a QQI Level 7 in Social Care or equivalent, be eligible for CORU registration, and be willing to work evenings, weekends and night shifts, including driving service vehicles if required.