Social Care Worker

Embrace; Ireland; Remote; EUR 33,852 - 37,128; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay scale

New joiner bonus

Performance incentive scheme

Refer-a-Friend Program

Employment Assistance Programme

Bike-to-Work Scheme

Career Progression Plan

Job summary

A family-owned support provider in Navan is seeking dedicated Social Care Workers for children's residential houses. The ideal candidate will possess a Level 7 qualification in Social Care or a Nursing Degree and demonstrate strong communication skills. This full-time position offers a dynamic work environment with ongoing support from management, focusing on empowering residents to develop new skills in a caring community. Competitive pay and numerous employee benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Hold or be pursuing a Level 7 qualification in Social Care / Applied Social Studies.
• Hold a Nursing Degree registered with NMBI.
• Demonstrate knowledge of legislation and standards for vulnerable people.
• Have a full driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for residents in children's residential houses.
• Encourage residents' skill development in a strengths-based environment.
• Collaborate with a supportive management team.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of relevant legislation

Driving licence

Education

Level 7 qualification in Social Care / Applied Social Studies

Nursing Degree

Job description

About Embrace

Embrace is an Irish, family‑owned provider of support services for people with intellectual disabilities, autistic spectrum disorder and acquired brain injuries.

Our service is based around our five core values of Energy, Kindness, Empowerment, Quality and Happiness. These values underpin our strengths‑based and person‑centred approach, which together form the ethos of our service.

What we offer successful candidates

• Competitive pay scale of €33,852 – €37,128, depending on qualification / experience
• New joiner bonus of €250 for full‑time employees
• Up to €1,000 (tax‑free) performance incentive scheme annually
• Refer‑a‑Friend Program – €150 per referral
• Employment Assistance Programme, an independent support service for staff
• Fortnightly pay
• Bike‑to‑Work Scheme
• Monthly Reflective Practice Support with an independent professional clinician
• Career Progression Plan and guidance
• Roster to suit your work/life balance
• PRSA Scheme

The ideal candidate will

• Hold or be pursuing a Level 7 qualification in Social Care / Applied Social Studies (must be registered with or eligible for registration with CORU)
• Hold a Nursing Degree (must be registered in the relevant Division of the Live Register of Nurses maintained by the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI))
• Demonstrate knowledge of the legislation, regulations and standards applicable to the provision of accommodation‑based services to vulnerable people
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Have a full driving licence

Job type

Full‑time

Working pattern

• 12‑hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Work location

In person (Navan)

Job overview

Embrace is recruiting Social Care Workers for our children's residential houses in Navan. We are seeking applicants who have a passion for supporting people in the community and helping them to develop within their homes. The successful candidate will be joining a strong team and will be overseen by a supportive management team. Our ambition is to offer a strengths‑based service that focuses on residents’ core interests and encourages their development of new skills. We provide a home for people, with comfort, on‑site amenities and local community engagement opportunities.

Application question(s)

• What passport do you currently hold?