Social Care Leader

Eden Technology s.r.l.; Carlow; In loco; EUR 43.000 - 47.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Annual salary increments

Birthday Day Off

Overnights included in salary

Paid breaks

Employee Referral Bonus

Training & Development

EAP

Bike to Work Scheme

On-site parking

Descrizione del lavoro

Eden Social Care in Leighlinbridge, Co. Carlow is seeking a Social Care Leader to oversee residential services for children. The role leads shifts, coordinates care plans and supports staff, while liaising with social workers and families.

A Level 7 qualification and CORU registration are required, with a minimum of two years' residential experience. The position offers a competitive salary (€42,500–€47,000) and permanent, full-time employment, with opportunities for development, training and

Competenze

• A relevant Level 7 qualification or recognised alternative qualification.
• CORU registration as a Social Care Worker, or evidence that your application is being processed.
• At least 2 years of experience working with children in a residential setting.
• Experience supporting young people with complex needs and behaviours that challenge.
• Experience in case management, care planning, report writing and maintaining accurate records.
• Strong communication, teamwork and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and crisis intervention.
• A full, clean driving licence valid in Ireland.

Mansioni

• Lead shifts and model best practice in the delivery of care in line with young people’s Care Plans and Placement Plans.
• Contribute to behaviour support strategies and develop and implement Individual Crisis Management Plans (ICMPs).
• Support young people with their education, including individual or group learning, homework and assignments.
• Monitor and document young people’s progress, completing daily records and relevant reports.
• Lead key-working teams and liaise with social workers, parents/carers and other professionals.
• Support, guide and contribute to the induction and training of staff, relief workers and students.
• Ensure team members follow organisational policies, procedures, health and safety requirements and risk assessments.
• Complete shift administration, including incident reports, complaints, monthly reports and petty cash reconciliation.
• Contribute to team meetings, service feedback, policy development and resolving childcare issues.
• Help maintain the house through routine cooking, cleaning and basic repairs.
• Report concerns about childcare practice and undertake designated Service Manager responsibilities in their absence.
• Maintain confidentiality and promote the wellbeing of young people and the organisation.
• Attend required training and work evenings, weekends, overnight shifts and other shifts as required.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Trauma-informed care

Crisis intervention

Case management

Care planning

Report writing

Driving licence (Ireland)

CORU registration

Formazione

Level 7 qualification

Descrizione del lavoro

Social Care Leader - Children’s Residential Services

Leighlinbridge, Co. Carlow | Salary: €42,500–€47,000 | Full-Time | Permanent | Flexibility required

Make a difference. Lead with purpose.

Are you an experienced Social Care Worker ready to take the next step in your career? Eden Social Care is looking for a passionate and motivated Social Care Leader to join our team in Leighlinbridge, Co.Carlow. This is an opportunity to use your experience to support children, lead a team and help create a safe, supportive and positive home where every child can thrive.

Why Eden Social Care?

We Invest in Our People. Some of the benefits includes:

• Competitive salary of €42,500–€47,000 inclusive of full hourly rates for overnights.
• Annual Salary Increments
• Additional Annual Leave based on length of service
• Paid Breaks
• €500 Employee Referral Bonus
• Birthday Day Off
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay Package
• Ongoing Training & Professional Development
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Daily Training Allowance
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Convenient On-Site Parking

Be Part of Our Team!

• Opportunities to Attend Conferences & Industry Events
• Staff Recognition & Service Reward Vouchers

At Eden Social Care, we recognise your commitment, invest in your development and value the difference you make.

What You’ll Do

As Social Care Leader, you will:

• Lead shifts and model best practice in the delivery of care in line with young people’s Care Plans and Placement Plans.
• Contribute to behaviour support strategies and develop and implement Individual Crisis Management Plans (ICMPs).
• Support young people with their education, including individual or group learning, homework and assignments.
• Monitor and document young people’s progress, completing daily records and relevant reports.
• Lead key-working teams and liaise with social workers, parents/carers and other professionals.
• Support, guide and contribute to the induction and training of staff, relief workers and students.
• Ensure team members follow organisational policies, procedures, health and safety requirements and risk assessments.
• Complete shift administration, including incident reports, complaints, monthly reports and petty cash reconciliation.
• Contribute to team meetings, service feedback, policy development and resolving childcare issues.
• Help maintain the house through routine cooking, cleaning and basic repairs.
• Report concerns about childcare practice and undertake designated Service Manager responsibilities in their absence.
• Maintain confidentiality and promote the wellbeing of young people and the organisation.
• Attend required training and work evenings, weekends, overnight shifts and other shifts as required.

What we’re looking for

• A relevant Level 7 qualification or recognised alternative qualification.
• CORU registration as a Social Care Worker, or evidence that your application is being processed
• At least 2 years of experience working with children in a residential setting.
• Experience supporting young people with complex needs and behaviours that challenge.
• Experience in case management, care planning, report writing and maintaining accurate records.
• Strong communication, teamwork and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and crisis intervention.
• A full, clean driving licence valid in Ireland..

If you're passionate about supporting children, confident in case management and ready to lead by example, we'd love to hear from you.