Social Care Worker

Uniting Holding; Dublin; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

7% employer pension contribution

27 days annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Reflective practice & supervision

Job summary

Gheel Autism Services CLG, North Dublin Community Support Team, is recruiting a Social Care Worker / Autism Practitioner to support autistic adults in their own homes on a North Dublin roster with a Specified Purpose Contract.

You will deliver person-centered support, build trusting relationships, uphold HIQA standards and assist with community participation, personal care, and documentation. A driving licence and CORU status are desirable but not essential.

Qualifications

• Essential: Level 7 qualification in Social Care/Studies or recognised equivalent, OR a relevant degree in social work/psychology/allied health, OR a post-graduate qualification in Autism Studies OR CORU Registration.
• Excellent communication and engagement skills.
• At least one year of recent experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Build trusting, respectful relationships with people to support home life aligned with their identity and choices.
• Provide intimate and personal care with dignity, privacy and autonomy.
• Support participation in meaningful community life and activities.
• Maintain HIQA-compliant documentation and regulatory practice.

Skills

Communication skills

HIQA regulations understanding

Garda Vetting

Education

Social Care/Studies qualification or equivalent

Degree in social work/psychology/allied health

CORU Registration or Autism Studies qualification

Job description

BUILD A CAREER THAT MEANS SOMETHING

Social Care Worker / Autism Practitioner

North Dublin Residential Roster (Mon–Sun) Full, clean driving licence required

Specified Purpose Contract

CORU Registration is desirable, not essential. You do not need to hold CORU Registration to be considered for this role.

Why Join Us?

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of autistic adults? If you're proactive, imaginative, and driven by rights-based, person-centered practice, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our innovative and dynamic team at Gheel Autism Services.

About the Role

This role is based with our North Dublin Community Support Team, supporting people in their own homes across a residential roster. The people we support enjoy a mix of home and community-based activities, and are looking for support staff who are proactive, imaginative, patient, and genuinely interested in getting to know them.

You’ll build trusting, respectful relationships that support people to create a home life aligned with their own identity, values, and personal choices — applying dignity pathways, upholding privacy and autonomy, and helping people participate in meaningful community life, including providing intimate and personal care with sensitivity and respect.

Salary and Benefits

The salary scale runs from €37,838 to €54,747 per annum, plus premium payments of up to €12,000 per annum pro rata. A sector-wide pay agreement will provide for a 2% increase from 1st October 2026.

Essentials:

• Level 7 qualification in Social Care/Studies (or recognised NARIC equivalent), OR a relevant degree in social work, psychology, or allied health, OR a post-graduate qualification in Autism Studies OR CORU Registration

• Excellent communication and engagement skills

• At least one year of recent experience in a similar role

• A full, clean driving licence

• A thorough understanding of HIQA regulations

• Full Garda Vetting (required prior to commencing employment)

Desirables:

• Experience supporting individuals with autism/ASD

• Experience in case management/key working

What You'll Get

• Competitive salary, placed fairly for your experience (see above)

• 7% employer pension contribution

• 27 days annual leave, plus maternity and paternity leave

• Employee Assistance Programme, reflective practice, and supportive supervision

• Structured training, career progression, and education support

• Bike-to-Work scheme and employee discount scheme

What You'll Get

• Person-Led, Strengths-Based Support: working in partnership with the person, recognising legal capacity in daily decisions, and building sustainable paid and unpaid networks

• Dignity, Autonomy & Privacy: applying dignity pathways based on the person's own perspective, including during personal care

• Community & Connection: encouraging participation in community life, friendships, and sensory-friendly environments

• Documentation & Planning: support plans, working files, and HIQA-compliant regulatory practice

Closing date: Thursday, 17th of September 2026, at 5:00pm, with interviews shortly after. Garda Vetting is required, and late applications will not be accepted.

Gheel Autism Services CLG is proud to be an inclusive employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure a fair and accessible recruitment process for individuals with disabilities. If you require any adjustments or support to participate fully in any stage of the process, please contact us at [e-mail].