Senior Social Care Leader — Autism & Complex Needs

Health Service Executive; Wicklow; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Service Executive in Wicklow Town is seeking a Senior Social Care Worker to support people with complex needs. The role requires CORU eligibility, with either a QQI Level 7 in Social Care or a relevant degree (Social Work/Psychology) and substantial experience.

Strong leadership, initiative, and communication skills are essential. The post is a specified purpose wholetime contract, open to CORU-eligible applicants, and targets delivering person-centered care aligned with the PCP and care

Qualifications

• QQI Level 7 award in Social Care or degree equivalent with CORU eligibility.
• At least 6 months' experience supporting people with complex needs; OR 2+ years with a degree in Social Work/Psychology.
• CORU registration eligibility required.

Skills

Experience with complex needs

Leadership

Communication skills

Autism awareness

English fluency

Education

QQI level 7 Social Care

Degree in Social Work/Psychology

Job description

Health Service Executive in Wicklow Town is seeking a Senior Social Care Worker to support people with complex needs. The role requires CORU eligibility, with either a QQI Level 7 in Social Care or a relevant degree (Social Work/Psychology) and substantial experience.

Strong leadership, initiative, and communication skills are essential. The post is a specified purpose wholetime contract, open to CORU-eligible applicants, and targets delivering person-centered care aligned with the PCP and care