Support Worker / Social Care Worker

DARA; Fingal; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Training and supervision

Career progression

Employee assistance programme

Tuition support

Bike to work

Health service credit union

Maternity benefits

Free parking

Job summary

Dara Community Living is recruiting a Social Care Worker/Support Worker for a 1-year fixed term contract in Swords, Co. Dublin. The role focuses on helping two young men with autism develop life skills, independence, and community connections.

The successful candidate will work with a collaborative team, support daily living, manage routines, and participate in home and community activities, including sleepovers and shift work as required.

Qualifications

• Experience in the social care/intellectual disability sector.
• Experience of supporting people with autism.
• Excellent communication skills - verbal and written.
• Full, clean driver's license.
• Available to work residential hours including shift work/sleepovers and weekends.
• Hold a relevant qualification in health / social care.

Responsibilities

• Support the individuals in daily living at home and in the community.
• Assist in promoting independence and social engagement.
• Drive company vehicles (full Driver's Licence Essential).
• Work as part of a supportive and collaborative team.

Skills

Social care experience

Autism support

Communication skills

Driver's license

Job description

Recruitment Advertisement

Social Care Worker/Support Worker, Swords, Co. Dublin

Terms: Initial 1-year fixed term Contract

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced Social Care Worker / Support Worker to support two young men with autism living together in Swords, Co. Dublin. You will support each young man to develop independence, pursue interests, build meaningful relationships and connections, and live an enjoyable and inclusive life. We are looking for someone who understands that autism affects each person differently and who can adapt their approach to individual communication, sensory, social and emotional needs. You will support the young men to develop life skills, manage routines and transitions, make choices and participate actively in their home and community. As they share a home, you will also support them to live well together while respecting their individual needs, choices, interests and personal space.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the individuals in all aspects of daily living, both at home and in the community
• Assist in promoting independence
• Drive Company Vehicles (full Driver's Licence Essential)
• Work as part of a supportive and collaborative team

Essential Criteria

• Experience in the social care/intellectual disability sector
• Experience of supporting people with autism
• Excellent communication skills - verbal and written
• Full, clean driver's license
• Available to work residential hours which will include shift work/ sleepovers and weekends
• Hold a relevant qualification in the area of health / social care

Salary

• Salary will be aligned with the Care Assistant or Social Care Worker PayScale, depending on qualifications and experience.
• Candidates appointed as Social Care Workers must be registered with CORU.

Benefits

• Positive and supportive work culture
• Company pension with company contribution (including income protection and death-in-service benefits)
• Excellent training and support and supervision
• Career progression opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Tuition Support Scheme
• Bike to Work scheme
• Option to join the Health Service credit union
• Maternity benefits
• Free Parking

Shortlisting will apply, only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

Dara Community Living is an equal opportunities employer