Company Description Ashdale Care (Ireland) provides specialized therapeutic residential services for young people dealing with complex emotional and behavioral needs, who require support beyond what is available in mainstream settings. We prioritize fostering high-quality, safe, and nurturing environments where children and young people are empowered to grow and make positive changes. Our approach is centered around care, understanding, and building resilience in those we serve. Role Description This is a full-time, on-site role in Ballyfoyle for a Social Care Worker. The Social Care Worker will provide individualized, high-quality care and support to young people in a safe and therapeutic residential setting. Responsibilities include overseeing the day-to-day needs of residents, supporting them in managing emotional and behavioral challenges, implementing care plans, promoting positive development, and ensuring the environment remains nurturing and secure. Collaboration with the wider care team to achieve set goals for each young person will be integral to the role. Qualifications Experience in child care, youth work, or a related field Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills Ability to implement care plans and practices effectively Problem-solving and conflict resolution skills Understanding of trauma-informed care and emotional support practices Flexibility in working hours and willingness to adapt to the needs of the residents Relevant qualifications in social care, psychology, social work, or related disciplines First Aid Certification and knowledge of safeguarding policies is advantageous #J-18808-Ljbffr
Ashdale Care is seeking a full-time Social Care Worker based in Ballyfoyle, Ireland. In this on-site role, you will provide individualized, high-quality care and support to young people in a therapeutic residential setting. Responsibilities include managing emotional challenges, implementing care plans, and ensuring a secure environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in youth work, strong interpersonal skills, and relevant qualifications in social care or related fields. A First Aid Certification is advantageous. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A specialized children's care provider in Cootehill is looking for a Children's Residential Care Worker to join their team. The role involves supporting young individuals with complex emotional needs, fostering a nurturing environment, and collaborating with families and professionals. Candidates should possess a Level 7 qualification or higher in a relevant field, a clean driving license, and flexibility in work patterns. Benefits include competitive pay and extensive training opportunities. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A leading provider of specialized therapeutic care in Ireland is seeking a Senior Occupational Therapist to join their multidisciplinary team. The successful candidate will manage interventions and collaborate with staff to support children and young people facing emotional and behavioral challenges. With over 20 years of dedicated care, this role promises a fulfilling career in an environment focused on child development and well-being. Opportunities for professional growth and training are abundant. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Description Location: Ashdale Care, Monaghan Area Ashdale Care has been providing Residential Care and supports for children and young people across the North‑East of the country for over 20 years. We support children and young people who are unable to live at home and who present with a range of behavioural, emotional and psychological difficulties. Most of our young people have experienced significant developmental trauma in their lives. Our service is child‑centred and uses a comprehensive, evidence‑based, programmatic approach (CARE), with additional support provided by our in‑house Therapeutic Support Team, which consists of Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, Art Therapists, Teachers, and Behaviour Therapists. The Occupational Therapist will work as an integral part of the Multidisciplinary Therapeutic Support Team, supporting our children and young people to achieve their potential in all areas of their lives. Working within a Model of Therapeutic Support that is informed by Developmental Trauma, Neurosequential Approach and Sensory Attachment Intervention (SAI), the role of the occupational therapist will include: participating in the completion and development of comprehensive trauma and attachment informed assessments and trauma informed support plans for children and young people; contributing to the development of holistic, clinical formulations to facilitate the provision of effective support; consulting and collaborating with social care teams in our homes to provide on‑site support, training and advice to colleagues; as well as direct trauma based occupational therapy interventions. Please direct any enquiries to Dr. Ronan Gibney at rgibney@ashdalecare.com About The Role Principal Duties and Responsibilities The Senior Occupational Therapist Will Be responsible for the maintenance of standards of practice of self and staff within the department. Be responsible for managing own caseload and for assessment, planning, implementation and review of interventions for children and young people according to service standards. Be responsible for the day‑to‑day running of the Occupational Therapy department by supervising staff, prioritising and allocating work and promoting positive staff morale and team working in conjunction with the Occupational Therapy Manager. Collaborate with young people, staff members, external stakeholders and management in intervention planning and in the provision of support and advice. Document all assessments, intervention plans, progress notes, reports and discharge summaries in accordance with local service and professional standards. In conjunction with the Occupational Therapy Manager, lead service planning by anticipating the changing needs of the service. Ensure the quality of documentation of all assessments, intervention plans, progress notes, reports and discharge summaries are in accordance with local service, professional and legislative standards. Communicate verbally and / or in writing the results of assessments, interventions and recommendations to the team and relevant others in accordance with service policy. Participate in teams, communicating and working in co‑operation with other team members. Attend regular review meetings, team meetings, case conferences, as designated by Occupational Therapy Team Lead / Director of Therapeutic Services. Ensure that all staff arrange and carry out duties in a timely manner within settings appropriate to children and young people’s needs and in line with local policy / guidelines. Be responsible for adhering to existing standards and protocols and for leading out on the development and maintenance of standards / strategies for quality improvement and outcome measurement. Seek advice and assistance from Occupational Therapy Manager / Clinical Supervisor with any assigned cases or issues that prove to be beyond the scope of his / her professional competence in line with principles of best practice and clinical governance. Ensure the maintenance of professional standards in relation to confidentiality, ethics and legislation. Operate within the scope of Occupational Therapy practice as per CORU requirements and in accordance with local guidelines. Education and Training Participate in mandatory training programmes. Participate in continuing professional development including in‑service training, attending and presenting at conferences / courses relevant to practice, promoting and contributing to research etc. as agreed with the Occupational Therapy Manager. Engage in support / supervision with Occupational Therapy Manager and participate in performance review. Engage in professional clinical Occupational Therapist supervision. Manage, participate and play a key role in the practice education of student therapists. Actively participate in teaching / training / supervision of other Occupational Therapy and non‑Occupational Therapy staff / students and attend practice educator courses as appropriate. Ensure newly qualified therapists have adequate induction and clinical supervision and assist in implementing annual staff development and performance review. Health & Safety Work in a safe manner with due care and attention to the safety of self and others. Implement agreed policies, procedures and safe professional practice by adhering to relevant legislation, regulations and standards. Actively participate in risk management issues, identify risks and take appropriate action. Document appropriately and report any near misses, hazards and accidents and bring them to the attention of the relevant person(s). Administrative Be responsible for the planning and development of the Occupational Therapy Service and participate in service improvements. Keep up‑to‑date statistics and other administrative records as required within the Occupational Therapy department. Be responsible for the establishment and maintenance of standards for quality improvement and adhere to existing standards and policies. Be responsible for the organisation, maintenance and / or ordering of equipment and materials used in assessment and intervention. Carry out audits / outcome measurement of intervention as directed by the Occupational Therapy Manager. Represent the department at meetings and conferences as required by the Occupational Therapy Manager. The above Job Specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Skills Needed No specific skills listed. About The Company Ashdale Care is the leading provider of enhanced and specialised therapeutic residential care for children and young people in Ireland. We care for young people with complex emotional and behavioural needs who cannot be adequately cared for in a mainstream setting. For over 20 years our focus has always been ‘putting the child first’ . Our child‑centric ethos consists of compassionate and industry‑leading therapeutic care. Our service is child‑centered and uses a comprehensive, evidence‑based, programmatic approach (CARE) in the homes, with additional support provided by our in‑house Therapeutic Support Team, which consists of Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, Art Therapists, Teachers, and Behaviour Therapists. Company Culture Our core goal is to allow children to create relationships, develop life skills and give them a safe place to grow. We define ourselves by the care we give to everybody at Ashdale Care. We provide an abundance of training opportunities to all those on the Ashdale Care team. You will have every opportunity to grow in your role, and we reward and recognise hard work and dedication through career progression . Our commitment to transforming lives is a mission that our team members contribute to daily and a role they are fully supported in. Required Criteria Hold an Honours Bachelors Degree in Occupational Therapy (Level 8) / Masters in Occupational Therapy from a 3rd level institution offering a programme of study accredited by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists. Be registered with CORU. At least five years relevant post‑graduate experience as an Occupational Therapist, preferably in paediatric services. Desired Criteria None specified. Closing Date Monday 27th April 2026 Contract Type Fulltime Salary Based on Experience #J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Overview Children’s Residential Care Worker at Ashdale Care, Cootehill Area. Location: Ashdale care, Cootehill Area. 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. As a Children’s Residential Care Worker you will support and empower young people with complex emotional and behavioural needs, promoting a culture of unconditional positive regard. Responsibilities Cultivate genuine and caring connections with the young people, interacting with them and their families with dignity and respect. Contribute to the promotion, creation, and maintenance of a welcoming, safe, caring, stable and therapeutic environment. Advocate for the rights and responsibilities of each young person while promoting physical, emotional, social, cultural, ethnic, and spiritual wellbeing. Ensure that young people are not subjected to any forms of abuse and report any concerns according to policy and procedures. Supervise outings from the home and undertake daily household activities such as cooking and cleaning, as part of positive modelling. Actively participate in working within the Model of Therapeutic Care. Be physically able to support with challenging behaviours when needed. Provide emotional support during difficult or stressful times and encourage young people’s participation in care planning, placement planning, decision‑making and service delivery. Integrate understanding of youth trauma and past experiences into practice through specialised training such as Developmental Trauma and Attachment from the Therapeutic Support Team. Collaborate with support networks, including social workers, educators, guardians and family members. Collaborate effectively within a team, engaging in regular communication through daily handovers, team meetings, and various reviews and planning sessions. Give and receive feedback on performance with colleagues and managers. Maintain consistency in the execution of childcare plans. Complete and maintain accurate records and reports for each young person in line with statutory requirements and Ashdale Care policies and procedures. Take on key worker duties including the handling of daily petty cash, accurately documenting receipts, securely storing money and valuable items, and serving as a primary point of contact for professionals/family/young person. Contribute to community engagement and agency partnerships to enrich residents’ experiences and opportunities. This role involves sleep‑over shifts. Benefits Competitive pay scales starting at €33,230 – €38,932 based on experience, plus sleep allowances of €14.15 per hour, approximately €9,500 per year. Annual Pay Review Income Protection Enhanced maternity/paternity leave cover 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 Bike to Work scheme First access to career opportunities as we continue to grow our services throughout Ireland Support shifts: 8‑10 hour shift (e.g., 10am‑8pm or 12pm‑10am). 18‑hour sleep‑in shift (Late Early, 18hr): Start at 10am‑12am. Sleep in the home 12am‑7am. Finish the shift 7am‑11am. Paid a separate hourly rate for the sleep‑in hours in addition to your contracted hours. Qualifications – Required Ability to work in regulated activity, care for and supervise young persons. Full clean driving licence. Flexible – willing and able to adapt to changing circumstances, shift patterns and expectations. Level 7 qualification (degree) or above in one of the following areas: Social Care, Social Work, Health and Social Care, Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy, Youth & Community Teaching, Nursing, Social Science, Addiction Counselling, Counselling/Psychotherapy, Family Support, Disability Studies, Applied Behavioural Analysis, Early Years Care. Qualifications – Desired Level 8 qualification (Honours degree) or above in Psychology. Other Information Closing Date: Friday 1st May, 2026. Contract Type: Full‑time. Salary: From €42,730.00 Yearly to €48,432.00 Yearly. Ashdale Care provides enhanced and specialised therapeutic residential care for children and young people with complex emotional and behavioural needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr
