Social Care Worker

St. Catherine's Center for Children; Bray; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HSE Pay Scales

Pension Scheme

Wellbeing Initiatives

Refer a Friend

Christmas Savings Club

Training Opportunities

Education Loans & Paid Study Leave

Bike to Work Programme

Enhanced Annual Leave

Maternity & Adoptive Leave

Job summary

St. Catherines Association in Bray is seeking Social Care Workers to join our Residential and Respite Services.

The roles include permanent full-time and relief shifts, with a focus on person-centred support for individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism. Candidates should be studying or have completed a QQI Level 7 in Applied Social Studies or Social Care and be CORU registered or progressing toward registration.

Qualifications

• Graduate or studying towards QQI Level 7 BA in Applied Social Studies, Social Care or equivalent.
• CORU Registered or currently in the process of obtaining registration.
• Interest in working with individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism.
• Excellent communication and team-working abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high quality of life and supportive atmosphere for individuals in care.
• Promote involvement and participation in activities.
• Implement programmes to learn new skills.
• Assist individuals with tasks and personal needs as needed.
• Develop local contacts and encourage community integration.
• Administer medication and address basic health care needs.
• Maintain accurate written records.

Skills

Social Care

Teamwork

Residential Care

Education

QQI Level 7 BA in Applied Social Studies or equivalent

CORU registration or in process

Job description

We have exciting opportunities for Social Care Workers To join our Residential and Respite Services

POSITIONS AVAILABLE

• Permanent Full-time (39 hrs/week Monday to Sunday)
• Relief (Various hours, flexible shifts available)

You are

• A dynamic and energetic team player with a passion for working with children/young people with intellectual disabilities.
• You are kind, caring, and compassionate.
• You have excellent team working skills, and thrive in a collaborative environment.
• You have the ability to work under pressure and handle changing priorities.
• You are familiar with best practices in Social Care and apply these consistently in your work.

We are

St. Catherines Association is a non-profit organisation and registered charity funded by the HSE that provides health related supports to children and young adults with moderate to profound intellectual disabilities and autism in the Wicklow area. These services include Respite and Short Break Support Services, Adult Day Services and Residential Services and access to clinical supports through referral to Childrens Disability Network Team.

Job Role

• Provide a high quality of life and supportive atmosphere for individuals in our care.
• Promote involvement and participation in all activities.
• Implement programmes designed to assist in learning new skills.
• Assist individuals to carry out tasks & activities and offer support as necessary.
• Develop close contacts locally and encourage community integration.
• Administer medication and address basic health care and personal needs.
• Ensure written records are completed and up to date.

Reports to: Residential/Respite Services Manager

Essential

• Graduate or studying towards QQI Level 7 BA in Applied Social Studies, Social Care or equivalent.
• Coru Registered or currently in the process of obtaining registration.
• An interest in working with individuals that have Intellectual Disabilities and Autism Person-centred approach.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
• Flexibility and reliability for shift work (e.g. sleepovers / night duty, weekends, holidays, etc.)
• Knowledge of HIQA regulations for persons with disabilities in residential and respite services.
• Full driving license and willing to drive company vehicles.

Benefits

• HSE Consolidated Pay Scales
• National Federation Voluntary Bodies Pension Scheme
• Employee Wellbeing Initiatives
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Christmas Savings Club
• Excellent training opportunities
• Staff Education Loans and Paid Study Leave
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Enhanced Annual Leave
• Paid Maternity and Adoptive Leave * eligibility criteria
• Sick Pay Scheme * eligibility criteria

Salary: As per HSE consolidated pay scale

Closing Date: 5pm Thursday 29th October 2026

Skills

• Social Care
• Teamwork
• Residential Care

Benefits

• Training & Education
• Pension
• Flexible Schedule

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