Social Care Worker — Residential & Respite (Flexible Shifts)

St. Catherine's Center for Children; Bray; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HSE Pay Scales

Pension Scheme

Wellbeing Initiatives

Refer a Friend

Christmas Savings Club

Training Opportunities

Education Loans & Paid Study Leave

Bike to Work Programme

Enhanced Annual Leave

Maternity & Adoptive Leave

Job summary

St. Catherines Association in Bray is seeking Social Care Workers to join our Residential and Respite Services.

The roles include permanent full-time and relief shifts, with a focus on person-centred support for individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism. Candidates should be studying or have completed a QQI Level 7 in Applied Social Studies or Social Care and be CORU registered or progressing toward registration.

Qualifications

• Graduate or studying towards QQI Level 7 BA in Applied Social Studies, Social Care or equivalent.
• CORU Registered or currently in the process of obtaining registration.
• Interest in working with individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism.
• Excellent communication and team-working abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high quality of life and supportive atmosphere for individuals in care.
• Promote involvement and participation in activities.
• Implement programmes to learn new skills.
• Assist individuals with tasks and personal needs as needed.
• Develop local contacts and encourage community integration.
• Administer medication and address basic health care needs.
• Maintain accurate written records.

Skills

Social Care

Teamwork

Residential Care

Education

QQI Level 7 BA in Applied Social Studies or equivalent

CORU registration or in process

Job description

St. Catherines Association in Bray is seeking Social Care Workers to join our Residential and Respite Services.

The roles include permanent full-time and relief shifts, with a focus on person-centred support for individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism. Candidates should be studying or have completed a QQI Level 7 in Applied Social Studies or Social Care and be CORU registered or progressing toward registration.