Social Care Assistant

Camphill Communities of Ireland; Dingle; On-site; EUR 36,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Camphill Communities of Ireland is seeking a Social Care Assistant for our Dingle location. This permanent, part-time role (12 hours per week) offers a supportive team environment and opportunities for professional development within a leading Irish disability services organisation.

The position requires QQI Level 5 Major Award or BA in Social Care Studies or equivalent, with at least 1 year of relevant experience. A full driving licence and access to a car are essential.

Qualifications

• Hold QQI Level 5 Major Award or BA in Social Care Studies or equivalent.
• At least 1 year experience with vulnerable adults or intellectual disabilities.
• Understanding of national policy related to social care in disability services.
• Ability to follow plans and methods to meet ongoing needs.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Proficient IT skills including MS Office and SharePoint.
• Full driving licence and access to own car.

Education

QQI Level 5 Major Award

BA in Social Care Studies or equivalent

Policy awareness

Following care plans

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

IT literacy

Driver's licence

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

SharePoint

OneDrive

Teams

Job description

Social Care Assistant

Camphill Communities of Ireland (CCoI) supports people with physical/intellectual disabilities and autism. CCoI operates Residential and Day Services across 15 locations, in which residents and day-attendees are supported to live an ordinary life, a life like any other.

We are currently recruiting for Social Care Assistants to join our team in Dingle.

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Relief Contract (12hours per week)

Salary: €35,582-€44,057 per annum

You will have the opportunity to work as part of a committed team, we offer a competitive salary, and you will have access to collaborative and learning work within a leading national organisation.

What you will need:

• Hold a minimum of a QQI Level 5 Major Award on the QQI Framework - BA in Social Care Studies or equivalent qualification in Community/Heath or Social Care.
• Have 1 years' experience of working with vulnerable adults or adults with intellectual disabilities.
• An understanding of current policy and developments at national and sectoral level in relation to Social Care within disability services.
• An ability to follow plans and methods to meet the ongoing needs of the individuals supported.
• Effective interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills.
• Proficient IT skills relevant to the role, to include Microsoft Office Excel, Word, SharePoint, OneDrive and Teams.
• A full driver's licence and availability of own car is an essential requirement.

Please note all posts are subject to Garda Vetting, relevant Police clearance for any country of residence of over 6 months from the age of 18 and reference checking.

Camphill Communities of Ireland is an equal opportunities employer

The required qualification may be held at application or be currently in progress. Candidates actively working towards the relevant qualification may be considered for shortlisting and interview.