Respite Social Care Worker (Evenings & Weekends)

Autism A Chara; Gorey; On-site; EUR 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education support scheme

Company pension

Sick pay & Health care plans

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

22 days annual leave

Evening/weekend pay premium

Bike to work scheme

Employee assistance programme

Your birthday off

Paid breaks

Career progression with induction

Job summary

Autism A Chara is seeking a Social Care Worker to provide respite support in Gorey, Co. Wexford. The role involves helping individuals with autism live more independently, with a focus on personal care, daily routines and community participation.

The successful candidate will have a QQI Level 7 in Social Care (or equivalent), CORU registration or in-progress, and at least six months' experience. A full, clean Irish driving licence is essential for service vehicle duties.

Qualifications

• A full QQI Level 7 Award in Social Care or equivalent is essential.
• CORU registration as Social Care Worker or proof of application.
• At least six months' experience supporting people with complex needs.
• Availability for rota including evenings, weekends and night duty.
• Full, clean Irish driver's licence required to drive service vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Learn what matters to each person and tailor support accordingly.
• Adapt communication to individual needs and preferences.
• Be engaging, patient and kind in daily interactions.
• Assist with daily living activities and personal care.
• Support community engagement and skill development.
• Help people understand their rights and support decision-making.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Patience

Teamwork

Education

QQI Level 7 Social Care

CORU registration or in progress

Tools

Driving licence

Access to service vehicle

Job description

Autism A Chara is seeking a Social Care Worker to provide respite support in Gorey, Co. Wexford. The role involves helping individuals with autism live more independently, with a focus on personal care, daily routines and community participation.

The successful candidate will have a QQI Level 7 in Social Care (or equivalent), CORU registration or in-progress, and at least six months' experience. A full, clean Irish driving licence is essential for service vehicle duties.