Social Care Worker / Senior Support Worker

Orchard Care Group; Limerick; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community care organization is seeking full-time and part-time Social Care Workers/Senior Support Workers in County Limerick. This role involves providing support to individuals with disabilities, working as part of a multidisciplinary team, and engaging in activities that promote health and wellbeing. Ideal candidates will have a Level 7 qualification in a related field and a driving license.

Benefits

Comprehensive induction process

Extensive training programme

Ongoing mentoring and support

Career progression opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Competitive salary with increments

Flexible work schedule

Qualifications

• Qualification at Level 7 or above in a relevant area.
• Full manual driving licence with eligibility to drive in Ireland.
• Full eligibility and availability to work.

Responsibilities

• Provide residential and day services to children and adults with disabilities.
• Work within multidisciplinary teams.
• Engage in daily activities and routines.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

Level 7 qualification in Social Care or related field

Job description

Social Care Worker / Senior Support Worker

We are expanding our Orchard Community Care division near Listowel, Co Kerry, and are looking for full‑time and part‑time Social Care Workers / Senior Support Workers.

About the Role

Provide residential and day services to children and adults with medium to profound disability, including those with life‑limiting conditions. Work within multidisciplinary teams of psychologists, behavioural therapists, occupational therapists, and speech and language therapists. Work on a shift rota, engaging in daily activities and routines, providing dedicated direct support to the people we care for and contributing to their development, health, and wellbeing.

Essential Requirements

• Qualification at Level 7 or above in a relevant area such as Social Care, Social Science, Psychology, Education, Youth & Community etc.
• Full manual driving licence with eligibility to drive in Ireland.
• Full eligibility and availability to work with us.

Desirable

• At least one year of recent experience in the social services sector/disability area.

Benefits of Working With Company

• Comprehensive induction process
• Extensive training programme
• On‑going mentoring and support
• Continuous Professional Development support
• Career progression opportunities
• Competitive salary with increments
• Premium rates paid on Sundays and Bank Holidays
• Flexible work schedule to accommodate both staff and service users
• Refer a friend initiative
• Working in a well‑resourced environment with access to the multidisciplinary team
• Employee Assistance Programme for staff and their families

Application Process

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