Trauma-Informed Youth Residential Care Worker

Odyssey Social Care; Thurles; On-site; EUR 37,440 - 41,184; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible rosters

Education assistance grants

Health insurance grant

Job summary

Odyssey Social Care is seeking a Children’s Residential Care Worker in Thurles, Ireland. This role involves providing essential support to young people experiencing complex needs and will enable them to build resilience, emotional regulation, and independence.

Candidates must have a minimum Level 7 qualification in Social Care, a valid driving licence, and experience with teens facing challenging behaviours. The position offers a full-time contract with a salary between €37,440 and €41,184 per year.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 7 qualification in Social Care or relevant qualification.
• Full, clean manual driving licence valid in Ireland.
• Experience working with teenagers with challenging behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Develop Behaviour Support Plans and risk assessments.
• Provide trauma informed, child centred residential care.
• Support young people with education and routines.

Skills

Trauma informed care

Child centred approach

Life skills development

Effective communication

Education

Level 7 qualification in Social Care

QQI Level 8 in Psychology

QQI Level 7 in Youth & Community

Job description

Odyssey Social Care is seeking a Children’s Residential Care Worker in Thurles, Ireland. This role involves providing essential support to young people experiencing complex needs and will enable them to build resilience, emotional regulation, and independence.

Candidates must have a minimum Level 7 qualification in Social Care, a valid driving licence, and experience with teens facing challenging behaviours. The position offers a full-time contract with a salary between €37,440 and €41,184 per year.