Social Care Worker - Residential Service (Permanent)

Social Care Worker - Residential Service (Permanent)

Location: Wicklow
Hours: 39 hours per week (rota-based shifts)
Salary: From €38,918 per annum

We are currently seeking motivated and compassionate Social Care Workers to support adults with autism within a residential setting in Wicklow. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive service focused on promoting independence, personal development, and community inclusion for the individuals supported.

The Role:

You will provide person-centred support tailored to individual needs, helping people build life skills, maintain routines, and participate fully in their local community.

Key Duties Include:

• Delivering support in line with individual care plans and person-centred planning

• Assisting with daily living activities and personal care where required

• Supporting independence, wellbeing, and decision-making

• Encouraging social and community participation

• Working collaboratively with families and multidisciplinary teams

Requirements:

• QQI Level 7 Degree in Social Care or Applied Social Care (or relevant Schedule 3 qualification) with minimum 6 months recent experience supporting individuals with complex needs; OR

• Relevant degree qualification (e.g. Social Work or Psychology) with at least 2 years recent relevant experience

• CORU registration as a Social Care Worker, or proof of application in progress

• Knowledge of social care legislation and best practice

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Full, clean driver's licence

Benefits:

• Company pension contribution

• Sick pay and access to health care supports

• Paid maternity and paternity leave

• 22 days annual leave

• Premium rates for evening and weekend work

• Education support and ongoing professional development

• Bike to Work scheme

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Paid breaks

• Career progression opportunities

Working Pattern:

Shifts operate on a rota basis and include evenings, weekends, and waking night duty shifts.

Apply or Enquire:

For further information or to apply, please contact:

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 086 795 6847