Social Care Worker/Residential Care Worker

Orchard Care Group; Cavan; On-site; EUR 40,586 - 43,181; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive training programme

Career progression opportunities

Flexible rolling roster work schedule

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

The Orchard Care Group is seeking dedicated social care workers and residential care workers in County Cavan, Ireland. These roles involve providing essential support to young people underserved by their families, alongside extensive training and access to a multidisciplinary team. Ideal candidates possess a Level 7 qualification and are committed to making a positive impact.

The position offers a competitive salary of €40,586 - 43,181 per year, numerous benefits including extensive training and career progression opportunities, and a flexible work schedule.

Qualifications

• Must hold a qualification at Level 7 or above.
• Registered as a Social Care Worker with CORU or in the process.
• Full manual driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Engage in daily activities and routines of the service.
• Provide dedicated direct support to the people we care for.
• Contribute to the development, health, and wellbeing of young people.

Skills

Social Care Registration with CORU

Teamwork

Driving License

Education

Level 7 qualification in relevant discipline

Level 8 Psychology

Level 7 or professional practice qualification in Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy

Job description

Full-time

40,586 - 43,181 € per year

About the Role

As we continue to expand to provide additional services to meet the needs of those we care for, we currently have a number of opportunities within our Orchard Residential Care division in our new service in Co. Cavan. We are seeking applications from enthusiastic social care workers/residential care workers with a passion for supporting young people who are unable to live with their own families and who are referred to our service by Tusla. These positions are ideal for those who enjoy working in a team and want to make a difference in the lives of children and young people who have experienced trauma in their early years. You will be provided with extensive training in our model of care to assist you in your role and will also have access to a multidisciplinary team that provides therapeutic support to the young people. Working on a shift rota, you will engage in daily activities and routines of the service, providing dedicated direct support to the people we care for as well as contributing to their development, health, and wellbeing.

Essential Requirements - Social Care Worker

• Candidates must hold a qualification at Level 7 or above in a relevant discipline and be registered as a Social Care Worker with CORU or be in the process of registering as a Social Care Worker with CORU.
• Full manual driving license with eligibility to drive in Ireland.
• Have full eligibility and availability to work with us.

Essential Requirements - Residential Care Worker

• Candidates must hold a qualification at Level 7 or above in a relevant discipline that meets the criteria to be registered as a Social Care Worker with CORU (Social Care Level 7 or 8, Social Work Level 7 or 8).
• Full manual driving license with eligibility to drive in Ireland.
• Full eligibility and availability to work with us.

Additional Qualifications Considered for Residential Care Worker Positions

• Level 8 Psychology
• Level 7 or professional practice qualification in Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy
• Level 7 or Professional Practice Qualification in Counselling/Psychotherapy
• Level 7 or Professional Practice Qualification in Addiction Counselling
• Level 7 in Youth and Community or similar
• Level 7 in Social Science/Social Studies
• Level 7 in Family Support
• Professional Qualification in Teaching (Not TEFL)
• Professional Qualification in Nursing Studies
• Level 7 in Disability Studies
• Level 7 in Applied Behavioural Analysis
• Level 7 in Early Years Care where centre caters for children under 12 years
• BA in Applied Policing or equivalent
• Holder of Higher Certificate in Custodial Care

Benefits to working with Company

• Extensive training programme
• On-going mentoring and support
• Continuous Professional Development support
• Career progression opportunities
• Competitive salary with increments
• Premium rates paid on Sunday and Bank Holidays
• Flexible rolling roster work schedule to accommodate both staff and the people we support
• 4 working weeks as annual leave
• Refer a friend initiative
• Orchard Values Award
• Income Protection Scheme
• Working in a well-resourced environment with access to the multidisciplinary team
• Employee Assistance Programme for staff and their families

About us

The Orchard Care Group is a wholly Irish owned company dedicated to providing the best possible care, supports and outcomes for children, young people, and adults in Ireland across a range of settings and locations, in fostering, disability and mainstream residential services.

The Group brings together three leading brands in Irish social care – Orchard Residential, Orchard Community Care and Orchard Fostering.