Senior Social Care Worker - Residential service
Ashford, Co. Wicklow
Job reference: SSCW_COIS_1009
Essential criteria for the position of Senior Social Care Worker:
- A full QQI level 7 Award in Social Care or Applied Social Care/Studies/Practice at degree level is essential
- Proof of successful registration with CORU as a Social Care Worker
- OR proof of application in progress with CORU.
- At least one year’s recent experience working as a Social Care Worker supporting people with complex needs
- Availability to work shifts on a rota basis, including evenings, weekends and may also be required to complete sleep-in duties.
- Full, clean Irish drivers licence essential with requirement to drive service vehicles
- Permission to work in Ireland essential
Benefits Include
- Access to Education Support Scheme
- Company pension with company contribution
- Sick Pay & Access to Health Care plans
- Paid Maternity leave
- Paid Paternity leave
- 22 days annual leave
- Premium rates for evening and weekend work
- Bike to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Your Birthday off, to treat yourself!
- Paid breaks
- Fantastic development and career progression opportunities, including a detailed induction before joining our services
Qualifications required for a Senior Social Care Worker:
- A full QQI level 7 Award in Social Care or Applied Social Care/Studies/Practice at degree level is essential, (or relevant schedule 3 qualification as listed on CORUs website) with at least 6 months recent experience working as a Social Care Worker supporting people with complex needs; OR
- A relevant 3rd level qualification at degree level i.e. Social Work/Psychology with at least 2 years recent experience working as a Social Care Worker supporting people with complex needs; AND
- Proof of successful registration with CORU as a Social Care Worker
- OR proof of application in progress with CORU.
Skills/Abilities required of a Senior Social Care Worker
- At least one year’s recent experience working as a Social Care Worker supporting people with complex needs
- Proven knowledge of current legislation and regulations relating to the Social Care Sector
- Understanding of the needs and rights of individuals with autism
- Proven ability to work on own initiative
- Demonstrated leadership skills
- Fluent English and excellent communication skills
- Places the needs of the person supported as the key focus in all activities
- Delivers support according to the person’s PCP and care plan.
- Experience at a similar level with responsibility for supervising/managing a team
- Proven experience in managing team rota
- Experience of leading/chairing meetings
- Full, clean drivers licence essential with requirement to drive service vehicles
Who the people we support would like support from:
We are looking for a Senior Social Care Worker who can:
- Learn about me: what I need and what is important to me
- Adapt their communication style to suit my needs
- Be fun and engaging as well as having patience and being kind
- Assist with daily living activities and routines including personal care
- Support me to engage in my community
- Help me learn new skills
- Support me to understand my rights and help me make my own decisions
Full Job Specification available on request
Autism A Chara does not require assistance from Recruitment Agencies, any CVs submitted by Recruitment Agencies will be deleted and not considered.
Senior Social Care Worker in Ashford employer: Autism A Chara
As a Social Care Worker in Ashford, Co. Wicklow, you will join a supportive and dynamic team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with complex needs. Our company offers a range of benefits including a comprehensive education support scheme, generous annual leave, and excellent career progression opportunities, all within a culture that prioritises employee well-being and development. With a focus on personal growth and a commitment to providing high-quality care, this role is perfect for those looking to thrive in a rewarding environment.
