Social Care Worker

Gheel Autism Services CLG; Dublin; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Gheel Autism Services CLG is hiring a Social Care Worker/Autism Practitioner for our Fairview service in North Dublin. This role focuses on supporting autistic individuals through life planning, promoting independence, and delivering person-centered care within a residential setting.

A driving licence, CORU familiarity, and Garda Vetting are required or desirable. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to enable meaningful community participation, leverage HIQA guidelines, and provide

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 7 Qualification in a related discipline OR CORU Registration.
• A full, clean manual driving licence.
• A thorough understanding of HIQA regulations and standards.
• Full Garda Vetting (required prior to commencing employment).

Responsibilities

• Support people in finding meaning and value in their lives while promoting their health and wellbeing.
• Promote independence in individuals with support needs and facilitate inclusive daily activities.
• Engage in case management and provide input for person-centred plans.
• Document care activities with clear, accurate report writing.
• Comply with HIQA guidelines and standards in all service delivery.

Skills

Communication skills

One year experience

Independence promotion

Driving licence

HIQA regulations

Case management

Autism experience

Garda Vetting

Education

Level 7 qualification or CORU registration

Job description

BUILD A CAREER THAT MEANS SOMETHING

Social Care Worker/Autism Practitioner

• North Dublin, Fairview, Dublin 3

• Permanent Full-Time

• Residential Model

• Full, clean driving licence required

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 individuals? Do you have experience in the social care or disability sector and a commitment to person-centred support? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our innovative and dynamic team at Gheel Autism Services!

Salary and Benefits

€37,838 - €54,747 per annum, based on a 39-hour contract.

As part of the Gheel team, you’ll receive:

• Professional growth: training, career progression, and education support

• Wellbeing support: Employee Assistance Programme, reflective practice, and supportive supervision

• 27 days annual leave, plus maternity and paternity leave (service-dependent)

• 7% employer pension contribution and annual increments

• Bike-to-Work scheme, commuter tickets, and an employee discount scheme

• Additional premium payments available for weekend and overnight support

Who We Are

At Gheel Autism Services, we are dedicated to supporting autistic individuals through their life journey. Our mission is to enable people to have fulfilling life experiences while promoting autonomy and empowering them to make their own choices. Our services include day and vocational opportunities, outreach support, and various supported living options.

We take a strengths-based approach, tailoring personalised plans to meet each person's unique needs. Our team is committed to fostering independence, social inclusion, and overall wellbeing, ensuring that each person achieves outcomes that are meaningful to them.

About the Role

Are you looking for a role with a difference? We are currently looking to hire a Social Care Worker/Autism Practitioner for one of our services in Fairview.

You'll join a highly motivated team of skilled professionals from a variety of backgrounds, including social care, psychology, and mental health - promoting the enablement, establishment, enhancement, maintenance, and defence of valued social roles for the people we support, in line with their will and preference.

The fundamental purpose of this role is to support people in finding meaning and value in their lives, while enjoying a good quality of life. The biological, social, and psychological wellbeing of every person supported is prioritised to enhance overall health and wellbeing.

The ideal practitioner will be open-minded, consistently engage in self-reflection, fully embrace a person-centred ethos, and have the awareness and skillset to support people who experience sensory differences - helping them get the most from life at home and in their community.

You’ll be an aspirational, imaginative, and proactive practitioner in promoting independent living skills, educational opportunities, employment possibilities, and social and leisure activities. Excellent IT and report writing skills are essential, along with a solid working knowledge of HIQA guidelines, regulations, and standards.

Essential Qualifications

• Minimum Level 7 Qualification in a related discipline OR CORU Registration

• A full, clean manual driving licence

• A thorough understanding of - or willingness to quickly learn - HIQA regulations and standards

• Full Garda Vetting (required prior to commencing employment)

Essential Criteria:

• Excellent communication and engagement skills

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

• Ability to promote independence in individuals with support needs

• A full, clean driving licence

• A thorough understanding of HIQA regulations

• Experience supporting autistic individuals and knowledge of autism

• Experience in case management/key working

Closing date:

Friday, 6th of November 2026, at 5:00pm, with interviews scheduled 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].