Social Care Worker

Daffodil-Care-Services-2; Naul; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training allowance

Health Insurance Scheme

Maternity Cover

Life Assurance

Company Pension Scheme

Employee Discount Scheme

Training and development program

Team building activities

Company social events

Job summary

Daffodil Care Services are currently recruiting for Social Care Workers in Naul, Co. Dublin. Roles include full time, part time and relief positions, with a salary of €40,067-€43,394 depending on experience.

The role offers a structured salary scale, typical two sleepover shifts per week, and a range of employee benefits and training opportunities to support professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 7 qualification (degree) or above in one of the listed fields.
• OR eligible to register as a Social Care Worker with CORU.
• A full Irish Drivers license is a mandatory requirement for this position.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality social care and a safe, caring and stabilising environment to vulnerable young people aged 12-17.
• Deliver individualized day-to-day activities in the residential service.
• Collaborate with Centre Manager and Social Care Leaders to support outcomes.
• Support the professional development and therapy-based approaches within the service.

Education

Minimum Level 7 qualification (degree) or above

CORU registration eligibility

Full Irish Drivers license

Psychology

Professional Practice Qualification in Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy

Professional Practice Qualification in Counselling / Psychotherapy

Professional Practice Qualification in Addiction Counselling

Youth and Community or similar

Social Science / Social Studies

Family Support

Teaching (Not TEFL)

Professional Qualification in Nursing Studies

Disability Studies

Applied Behavioural Analysis

BA in Applied Policing or equivalent

Higher Certificate in Custodial Care (Irish Prison Service) or equivalent

Job description

Social Care Worker

Daffodil Care Services are currently recruiting full time, part time and relief Social Care professionals for Social/Residential Care Worker positions in our mainstream residential care service in Naul, Co. Dublin.

Who we are -

Daffodil Care Group is one of Irelands leading social care service providers currently providing a range of services to meet the needs of young people and their families, these include registered residential, aftercare services as well as community outreach.

Working as part of this new team and collaboration with the Centre Manager and Social Care Leaders,you will be responsible for providing high quality social care and a safe, caring and stabilising environment to vulnerable young people aged between 12-17 years. You will play a key role in the delivery of individualized day-to-day activities in the residential service. This rewarding role will suit energetic, creative and versatile social care professionals with a passion for working with young people.

What we can offer you:

• Attractive starting salary package for our Full time Social Care Workers €40,067-€43,394(depending on experience)
• inclusive of sleeping time and premiums.
• Incremental salary scale
• Typical schedule of 2 X sleepover shifts per week

About the role

Employee Benefits:

• Paid core training allowance
• Health Insurance Scheme
• Maternity Cover
• Life Assurance
• Company Pension Scheme
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Free access to any additional professional training offered by SCTI, Social Care Training Ireland e.g. Leadership & Management in Social Care, Professional Supervision Skills
• Education Assistance Grants
• Professional Career Development programme
• Team Building Activities
• Company Social Events & away days
• Refer a Friend Bonus

Qualifications & Experience

Minimum Level 7 qualification (degree) or above in one of the following:

• Psychology
• Professional Practice Qualification in Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy
• Professional Practice Qualification in Counselling / Psychotherapy
• Professional Practice Qualification in Addiction Counselling
• Youth and Community or similar
• Social Science / Social Studies
• Family Support
• Teaching (Not TEFL)
• Professional Qualification in Nursing Studies
• Disability Studies
• Applied Behavioural Analysis
• BA in Applied Policing or equivalent
• Holder of Higher Certificate in Custodial Care (Irish Prison Service) or equivalent

OR

If you are eligible to register as a Social Care Worker with CORU.

A full Irish Drivers license is a mandatory requirement for this position.

At Daffodil Care Group, we promote the professional and personal development of each team member. With a clear focus on our ethos and therapeutic approach, we provide for significant investment in our people, who in turn through their professionalism and commitment greatly enhance the experience and outcomes for our service users.

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About the company

Daffodil Care Group is a respected Irish provider of therapeutic care services, operating residential homes and support centres under its brands—Daffodil Care Services, Misty Croft, and ARCS. With a focus on supporting children and young people with complex needs, the Group combines compassionate, person-centred care with evidence-based therapeutic approaches. Their dedicated team is committed to enhancing the quality of life and promoting positive outcomes for all service users.