Social Care Worker Autism A Chara Disability Services SCWPIN0911

Health Service Executive; Kildare; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Autism A Chara in Naas is seeking a Social Care Worker to support people with complex needs. The post requires a QQI Level 7 Award (or degree) in Social Care or equivalent, CORU registration or application in progress, and proven knowledge of current social care regulations.

Fluent English and strong communication skills are essential. Full, permanent, wholetime position based in County Kildare with a focus on person-centered care plans and PCP-driven support.

Qualifications

• Full QQI Level 7 Award in Social Care or Applied Social Care/Studies/Practice at degree level is essential.
• Proof of CORU registration as a Social Care Worker or proof of application in progress with CORU.
• Knowledge of current legislation and regulations relating to the Social Care Sector.
• Fluent English and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Delivers support according to the person’s PCP and care plan.
• Places the needs of the person supported as the key focus in all activities.
• Proven ability to work on own initiative.

Skills

Communication skills

Autism awareness

Regulatory knowledge

Initiative

Driver's license

Education

QQI Level 7 Award in Social Care or Applied Social Care/Studies/Practice (degree level)

Job description

Reference

SCWPIN0911

Category

Health and Social Care Professionals

Grade

Social Care Worker 3029

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Important Information

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

• Kildare

Location

Naas

Recruiter

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 essential with requirement to drive service vehicles.

Closing date

10/12/2026 12:00:00

Proposed interview date

TBC

External link

https://www.rezoomo.com/job/106307/