Social Care Worker ( residenatial)
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Residential Care Worker
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children? Do you thrive in a dynamic and supportive work environment? We have the perfect opportunity for you! Join our team at Ashdale Care (Ireland), on our journey to transform the lives of young people with complex, emotional and behavioural needs.
No two days are the same here in Ashdale Care, this job description is designed to be flexible and adaptable, providing guiding principles for the work rather than strict limitations. It will undergo periodic review to ensure alignment with evolving organizational needs.
Job Purpose
You will be part of a unique team who will work together to facilitate excellent practice and be part of rebuilding children’s lives. Our vision is for every young person who lives with us to experience a safe, happy and nurturing present and a future that is filled with hope and optimism.
What you will need
Required criteria
- Ability to work in regulated activity, care for and supervise young persons
- Full clean driving license
- Flexible – willing and able to adapt to changing circumstances, shift patterns and expectations
- QQI Level 7 in Psychology
• QQI Level 7 or Professional Practice Qualification in Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy
• QQI Level 7 or Professional Practice Qualification in Counselling / Psychotherapy
• QQI Level 7 or Professional Practice Qualification in Addiction Counselling
• QQI Level 7 in Youth and Community or similar
• QQI Level 7 in Social Science / Social Studies
• QQI Level 7 in Family Support
• Professional Qualification in Teaching (Not TEFL)
• Professional Qualification in Nursing Studies
• QQI Level 7 in Disability Studies
• QQI Level 7 in Applied Behavioural Analysis
• QQI Level 7 in Early Years Care where centre caters for children under 12 years.
• BA in Applied Policing or equivalent
• Holder of Higher Certificate in Custodial Care (Irish Prison Service) or equivalent
- What you will get in return
- Competitive pay scales starting at €33,230 based on experience plus sleep allowances of €14.15 per hour (equalling approximately €9500 annually).
- Annual Pay Review
- Income Protection
- Enhanced maternity/ paternity leave cover - F
- Exceptional Training Opportunities both internal and external
- Flexible working arrangements
- Competitive annual leave entitlements with increases for long service
- Employee Pension Scheme
- Sick Pay
- Accelerated Social Care Leader Programme
- Management Training Programme
- Education Assistance Programme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- First Access to career opportunities as we continue to grow our services throughout Ireland
