Social Care Worker

Saint John of God Community Services, Clg; Kildare; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A community services organization in Newbridge, Kildare, is seeking Social Care Workers for full-time roles within residential services. The ideal candidates will hold a QQI level 7 qualification in Social Care and have experience working with adults with intellectual disabilities and complex needs. Candidates must demonstrate a person-centred approach, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to supporting residents' independence. A clean driving licence is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum QQI level 7 qualification in Social Care.
• Registered with CORU or eligible before December 2025.
• Experience working with adults with intellectual disabilities and complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to individuals with an intellectual disability.
• Commit to a person-centred approach in care delivery.
• Implement best practices in health and social care.

Skills

Experience with adults with an Intellectual Disability

Excellent communication skills

Person-centred approach

Knowledge of HIQA Standards

Ability to support residents' independence

Clean manual driving licence

Education

QQI level 7 in Social Care or equivalent

Job description

Social Care Workers - Residential Services

Saint John of God Community Services Liffey Services supports individuals with intellectual disabilities to be active participants within the community. St John of God Liffey Services invites applications for Social Care Workers based in our community residential services within the North Kildare areas to provide support to individuals with an intellectual disability.

Permanent - Full Time

( Ref: KILRES331 KILRES332 )

Suitably qualified candidates must have a recognised qualification as follows:

• Minimum of QQI level 7 in Social Care / Applied Social Studies in Social Care / Social Care Studies
• Be registered with Coru or eligible to register with CORU before December 2025

Suitably candidates must have:

• Have experience working with adults with an Intellectual Disability, Autism and complex medical needs and must demonstrate an excellent understanding of the health, social and emotional needs of these individuals.
• Commitment to deliver all aspects of care and support through a person-centred approach.
• Knowledge and understanding of HIQA Standards & other relevant legislative requirements for registered designated centres and the ability to be compliant with these.
• Demonstrate a commitment to carry out duties with initiative, motivation, professionalism, and enthusiasm.
• Show an excellent understanding of meeting the health & social care needs of all residents.
• Up to date knowledge of best practice in the field of health and social care and an ability to implement this.
• Excellent communication skills both written nonverbal and verbal.
• Flexible & willing to work all types of shifts (i.e., Long Day, Short day, sleepovers, night shift) and patterns of work (weekdays, holiday periods and weekends) to suit the needs of the residents.
• A willingness to support and mentor students on placements.
• An understanding of the values and ethos of the organisation and a commitment to implementing these.
• An ability to support residents to achieve their full potential and independence in all aspects of their lives.
• Demonstrate a commitment to promoting the rights of people with disabilities.
• Full clean manual driving licence essential.

Interested candidates should apply only by using this link:

Applications will be shortlisted on the information supplied in the Curriculum Vitae and a panel may be formed from which future vacancies will be filled. Full Job Description available on request.

Closing date: 21st November

Please note that due to the high volume of applications we can only respond to candidates who have been shortlisted.

Saint John of God Community Services Clg is an equal opportunities employer.

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