Social Care Worker

TTM Healthcare Solutions; Ulster; On-site; EUR 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency in Ireland is looking for a dedicated Social Care Worker for a full-time permanent position. You'll be part of a team committed to creating a nurturing environment for children in need. The role requires Level 7 or 8 qualifications in Applied Social Studies, along with residential experience. Responsibilities include cultivating connections with children and ensuring their safety and wellbeing. Generous salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

3 weeks paid induction

Annual Pay Review

Income Protection

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Exceptional Training Opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Employee Pension Scheme

Sick Pay

Qualifications

• Level 7 or 8 qualification in Applied Social Studies required.
• 1-year experience in a residential setting is essential.
• Car and full manual license necessary.
• Must have full flexibility to work a residential roster.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate excellent practice in rebuilding children’s lives.
• Promote a safe and nurturing environment for young people.
• Advocate for the rights and responsibilities of each young person.
• Supervise outings and undertake daily household activities.
• Support with challenging behaviors physically when necessary.

Skills

Social Care Work

Residential Experience

Flexibility

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Level 7 or 8 in Applied Social Studies or Similar field

Job description

Social Care Worker – Mainstream Residential

Contract: Full-time Permanent Position

Typical schedule: 25hr or 16hr Shifts

Salary: Starting at €33230 based on experience plus sleep allowances of approximately €9,000

Location: Co Monaghan, Co Louth & Co Cavan

Requirements

• Level 7 or 8 in applied Social Studies or Similar field
• Car and full manual Licence
• 1-year Residential experience
• Full Flexibility to work a residential roster

Benefits

• 3 weeks paid induction
• Annual Pay Review
• Income Protection
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave cover
• Exceptional Training Opportunities both internal and external
• Flexible working arrangements
• Competitive annual leave entitlements with increases for long service
• Employee Pension Scheme
• Sick Pay
• Accelerated Social Care Leader Programme
• Management Training Programme
• Education Assistance Programme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• First Access to career opportunities as we continue to grow our services throughout Ireland

Job Purpose

You will be part of a unique team who will work together to facilitate excellent practice and be part of rebuilding children’s lives. Our vision is for every young person who lives with us to experience a safe, happy and nurturing present and a future that is filled with hope and optimism.

Key Responsibilities

Cultivate genuine and caring connections with the young people, always interact with the young people and their families with dignity and respect, promoting a culture of unconditional positive regard.
Contribute to the promotion, creation, and maintenance of a welcoming, safe, caring, stable and therapeutic environment.
Advocate for the rights and responsibilities of each young person while promoting physical, emotional, social, cultural, ethnic, and spiritual wellbeing.
Ensure that young people are not subjected to any forms of abuse and report any concerns according to policy and procedures.
Supervise outings from the home and undertake daily household activities such as cooking and cleaning, as part of positive modelling.
Actively participate in working within the Model of Therapeutic Care.
Be physically able to support with challenging behaviours when needed.

For more information or to APPLY, please click on the link to apply or call Deirdre on or email

Skills

Social Care Worker