Social Care Worker Autism A Chara Disability Services SCWPIN0810

Health Service Executive; Naas; Remote; EUR 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Service Executive seeks a Social Care Worker for Autism A Chara Disability Services in Naas. The role requires QQI Level 7 or degree, CORU registration or in progress, and experience with autism support. A full, clean driving licence is essential, and fluent English is required.

Candidate will work per PCP and care plans, driving service vehicles where needed, and be committed to person-centered care in a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Proven knowledge of current legislation and regulations relating to the Social Care Sector.
• Understanding of the needs and rights of individuals with autism.
• Ability to work on own initiative and deliver care plans.

Responsibilities

• Delivers support according to the person’s PCP and care plan.
• Provides person-centered care and implements PCPs.
• Communicates effectively with individuals and team members.

Skills

Communication skills

Autism awareness

Initiative

Care plan delivery

Education

QQI Level 7 in Social Care or degree equivalent

Tools

CORU registration

Job description

Social Care Worker Autism A Chara Disability Services SCWPIN0810

Date posted: 13 October 2026

Before you apply

This job opportunity is open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants.

Reference

SCWPIN0810

Category

Health and Social Care Professionals

Grade

Social Care Worker 3029

Section 39

Advertisement Type

Open to all

The HSE is advertising this job on behalf of a publicly funded organisation. This job is not with the HSE. The terms and conditions of this job may be different from the HSE’s terms and conditions.

Health region

HSE Dublin and Midlands

County

Location

Autism A Chara

Contract type

• Permanent Wholetime

Post specific related information

Qualification required: A full QQI level 7 Award in Social Care or Applied Social Care/Studies/Practice at degree level is essential, (or relevant schedule 3 qualification as listed on CORUs website) with at least 6 months recent experience working as a Social Care Worker supporting people with complex needs. Proof of successful registration with CORU as a Social Care Worker OR proof of application in progress with CORU. Skills/Abilities required of a Social Care Worker: Proven knowledge of current legislation and regulations relating to the Social Care Sector. Understanding of the needs and rights of individuals with autism. Proven ability to work on own initiative. Proven experience in the implementation and development of support/care plans and PCP’s. Places the needs of the person supported as the key focus in all activities. Delivers support according to the person’s PCP and care plan. Fluent English and excellent communication skills. Full, clean drivers licence (manual) essential with requirement to drive service vehicles.

05/11/2026 12:00:00

Proposed interview date

TBC

Fiona Bartlett, [e-mail], HR Recruitment Co-Ordinator, 01 281 1636

Informal enquiries

Fiona Bartlett, [e-mail], HR Recruitment Co-Ordinator, 01 281 1636