Social Care Worker – FRS Recruitment FRS Recruitment

The Open College; Leinster; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive training programme

Ongoing mentoring and support

Career progression opportunities

Competitive salary with increments

4 working weeks annual leave

Christmas Gift

Employee Assistance Programme

Bike-to-Work Scheme

Free onsite Car Parking

Job summary

The Open College is seeking a full-time Social Care Worker to provide care and support in Nationwide Disability residential services across Meath. The role involves working with vulnerable adults and children with various needs.

Ideal candidates will have a Level 7 qualification in Social Care. The position offers career progression opportunities, extensive training, and a competitive salary with additional benefits including annual leave, mentoring support, and recognition awards.

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold a qualification at Level 7 or above to be registered as a Social Care Worker with CORU.
• Experience working with persons with an intellectual disability.
• Knowledge of both clinical and human resource policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and support to residents with Intellectual Disabilities.
• Act as a key worker for named residents.
• Work collaboratively as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team.

Skills

Experience in residential setting

Knowledge of Person Centred Planning

Knowledge of National Disability Standards

Communication skills

Education

Level 7 qualification in Social Care

Job description

Social Care Worker (Full time permanent)

Disability Residential services

Location: County Meath – Trim, Navan, Stamullen, Castletown, Bettystown

NO VISA SPONSORSHIP

Are you an experienced and dedicated Social Care Worker seeking a rewarding career in a Nationwide Disability residential service? Join our passionate team across Meath providing comprehensive care for vulnerable adults and children.

Key Responsibilities

• 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 residents, both adults and children with an Intellectual Disability/ABI/Autism.
• To act as a key worker for named Resident where appropriate.
• Provide support to residents with their daily plan.
• Provide support to residents with their individual goals and education.
• Provide support to residents with their living skills, e.g., Cooking, cleaning, laundry, attending appointments, family visits etc.
• Social Care Workers are part of the on‑floor duty team and may also be responsible for co‑ordination of the shift whilst on duty and for the supervision of other staff under his/her direction.
• The Social Care Worker will report to the person in charge and be required to work collaboratively as part of a Multi‑Disciplinary Team in service delivery to residents.

Requirements

• Candidates must hold a qualification at Level 7 or above that meets the criteria to be registered as a Social Care Worker with CORU.
• Knowledge of quality assurance practice and their application to service provision.
• Have experience working in a residential, respite or day service setting with persons with an intellectual disability.
• Knowledge of Person Centred Planning.
• Knowledge of both clinical and human resource policies and procedures and relevant legislation.
• Knowledge of National Disability Standards (HIQA).

What We Offer

• Extensive training programme
• On‑going mentoring and support
• Continuous Professional Development support
• Career progression opportunities
• Competitive salary with increments
• 4 working weeks as annual leave
• Christmas Gift
• Service based recognition awards
• €500 refer a friend initiative
• Employee Assistance Programme for staff and their families
• Bike‑to‑Work Scheme
• Free onsite Car Parking