Social Care Worker - Dromiskin, Co. Louth

INOU; Dromiskin; On-site; EUR 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The Talbot Group is seeking a Senior Social Care Worker to provide person-centred care for residents with intellectual disability, ABI or autism in Dromiskin, Co. Louth. The role involves on-floor duty coordination and supervising staff to meet practical, physical and emotional needs.

You will work as part of an MDT, supporting residents and reporting to the Person In-Charge, with opportunities to deputise during absences. CORU registration or progress toward it is required.

Qualifications

• A Level 7 qualification on the National Framework of Qualifications in Social Care, Social Work, Youth Work, Teaching, Nursing, or Childcare with Disability modules.
• CORU registration or in the process of obtaining it.
• At least 2 years' experience working in a residential, respite or day service with people with intellectual disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-floor duty coordination and supervise staff under guidance.
• Work collaboratively as part of an MDT to deliver resident care.
• May deputise for the Person In-Charge and assume appropriate management responsibilities in their absence.

Education

Level 7 qualification in Social Care / Social Work / Youth Work / Teaching / Nursing / Childcare with Disability modules (or other relevant discipline)

Job description

Job Title:

Senior Social Care Worker

Location:

Dromiskin Co. Louth

Type of Service:

Children's DisabilityService

Salary:

€18.05 - €25.38 per hour. €1.50 extra per hour on Sunday.

Purpose of Post

The primary objective of this post is to provide care and support through a person-centred approach which meets the practical, physical and emotional needs of service users, with an Intellectual Disability/ABI/Autism. To assist persons with a disability with residential, training and day service activities to achieve their highest level of functioning to maintain independence and/or to improve skills that will make them more independent.

The Senior Social Care Worker is part of the on floor duty team and will also be responsible for co-ordination of the shift whilst on duty and for the supervision of other staff under his/her direction.

The Senior Social Care Worker will be required to work collaboratively as part of a MDT in service delivery to residents. They will report directly to the Person In-Charge.

In the absence of the Person In-Charge the Senior Social Care Worker may be required to deputise for the Person In-Charge and assume appropriate management responsibilities.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

Candidates must meet the following criteria:

• A qualification at Level 7 on the National Framework of Qualifications in Social Care, Social Work, Youth Work, Teaching, Nursing, Childcare with Disability modules (or other relevant discipline/qualification)
• Have at least 2 years experience of working in a residential, respite or day service setting with people with an intellectual disability so as to be able to discharge the full range of duties, functions, responsibilities and activities, required of the role.
• Applicants must be CORU registered or currently in the process of obtaining CORU registration.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience of managing a team

Diversity & Inclusion

At the Talbot Group we believe that diversity drives innovation and inclusion fuels success. We are committed to building a workplace that reflects the communities we serve, where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.

We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other dimension of diversity. We recognize that diverse perspectives strengthen our team and enhance our ability to create meaningful impact.

The Talbot Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) and makes employment decisions based on merit, competence, and business needs. We are dedicated to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.