Social Care Worker

Role Overview

This full-time permanent opportunity is based in Pilltown, County Kilkenny, involving a typical schedule of two 24-hour shifts each week. The role focuses on delivering high-quality social care services within a residential setting for vulnerable young people aged 12 to 17 years.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Centre Manager and Social Care Leaders to provide a secure, nurturing, and stabilizing environment for young people in care.
• Implement individualized daily activities tailored to the needs of residents.
• Support the wellbeing and development of children and youths through engagement and supervision during shifts.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Educated to Level 7 or 8 in Applied Social Studies or a related discipline.
• Social Care Leaders require a minimum of two years' experience working with children and young people in a social care context.
• While experience with vulnerable young people is advantageous, it is not mandatory.
• Possession of a full driving license and access to a car.
• Willingness and flexibility to work 24-hour shifts.

Benefits and Extras

• Paid core training allowance.
• Access to a health insurance scheme.
• Maternity cover benefits.
• Life assurance coverage.
• Company pension plan.
• Employee discount program.
• Complimentary access to additional professional training provided by Social Care Training Ireland, including leadership, management, and professional supervision skills.
• Educational assistance grants to support ongoing learning.
• Participation in a professional career development programme.
• Regular team building activities and social events including company away days.
• Refer a friend bonus scheme.

Additional Information

The role is ideal for energetic, adaptive, and creative social care professionals who have a keen interest in working with young people. It offers the opportunity to be part of a new team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable youths.