Social Care Worker. Irlanda

Social Care Worker

Seoidin Children’s Residential Service,

Patrickswell, County Limerick

Permanent Contract, 30 hours

Job Purpose

To provide an individualised service to children with a diagnosis of intellectual disability and/or Autism Spectrum Disorder, in an environment which values and respects the rights of the child in line with The National Standards for children’s Residential Services and Child First Guidelines.

Minimum Education & Skills required

A third level graduate  in Health & Social Care, is essential

Experienced of working in a Residential Setting (Essential)

Knowledge of HIQA standards.

Knowledge of national standards for children’s residential services and child first guidelines.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

To promote the physical wellbeing of each child and report any changes to the Manager.

To participate in creating a nurturing, safe and supportive environment for the children.

To facilitate and implement a Person Centered service appropriate to the needs, wishes, and requirements of the children

Actively participate in appropriate educational, recreational and occupational programmes within the house and in the community ensuring best practice in line with up to date research regarding childcare and Autism Spectrum Disorder

Additional requirements

Excellent interpersonal skills

Must have good report writing skills and IT skills

Full drivers licence desirable

Must have experience in working with people with disabilities and autism spectrum disorder.

Programme facilitation skills an advantage

Be able to adapt to different tasks each day and work well with a team

Staff Benefits

Company Pension Scheme

Paid maternity leave.

Paid paternity leave.

27 days annual leave

Bike to work scheme.

Tax saver travel scheme

Income protection

Health and Wellbeing programme

Financial support for studying and study leave.

*Rewarding Career *Career with meaning *attractive benefits *work life balance*

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These duties and responsibilities are a reflection of the present service requirements and may be subject to review and amendment to meet the changing needs of the services.

Closing Date: Thursday, 22nd February 2024.

The Rehab Group is an equal opportunity employer.