Professionally Qualified Basic Grade Social Work Full Time Permanent Post Kilbarrack Childrens Disability Network Team This is an exciting opportunity for a basic grade Social Worker to support children and their families, presenting with complex needs arising from a combination of intellectual, physical, and/or sensory disabilities. The Social Worker is a valuable member of the Childrens Disability Network Team (CDNT), will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team. The structure with in each CDNT comprises of a Social Work Team Leader, Senior Practitioner and Basic Grade posts. There will be opportunities for training and regular clinical supervision is provided. This permanent post is assigned to the Kilbarrack Childrens Disability Network Team. Staff will see children in the Kilbarrack CDNT offices in Grattan House, Northern Cross. Children will also be seen at home and in preschool/school. The successful candidate must have the following: Essential criteria: Degree or Masters in Social Work or equivalent National Qualification in Social Work (NQSW) Be fully registered with CORU Be committed to the delivery of high quality, person-centred, community-based services Have excellent communication, time management skills and the ability to work in a self directed manner. Full clean drivers license and access to a car Desirable criteria: Experience working in childrens disability services. Have experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team. A panel will be created for future employment opportunities, across the four St Michaels House Childrens Disability Network Teams. Pending graduates may apply. The CDNT Student Sponsorship Programme may be applicable, more info is availble here: Student Sponsorship Programme [Links Not Allowed] There may be opportunity for part time posts to share a full time post if interested parties are successful. Informal enquiries are welcomed by Elaine Sweetman, Kilbarrack Childrens Disability Network Manager, and Catherine Rafter, Principal Social Worker, [Links Not Allowed] To apply: Job description attached to the advert. Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted, remember to include a valid email address as this is the way you will be contacted to attend an interview. On your cover letter please include your suitability for the role including the criteria in the advert above. Closing date for receipt of applications is 25 June 2025 at 5:00 pm St. Michaels House is an equal opportunities employer Skills: Full clean drivers license and access to a car Be fully registered with CORU National Qualification in Social Work (NQSW)
ST. MICHAELS HOUSE Donabate Direct Support Workers Childrens Respite House Full-time and Part time positions Who We Are St. Michaels House provides a comprehensive range of services and supports to men, women, and children with disabilities and their families in 170 locations in the greater Dublin Area. It supports 1,953 people and this has an impact on thousands of family members. St. Michaels House is a company funded by the Health Service Executive (HSE), TUSLA and the Department of Education and Skills. St. Michaels House supports include; Residential supports and Independent living, Clinical supports, Day supports, Schools, Respite supports and Vocational training service We are currently recruiting for Direct Support Workers to join our team. Donabate Childrens respite house is a community respite House based in Donabate, providing support to over 45 children. No more then six children are supported during their breaks to engage in meaningful community based activities. Our Childrens Respite service is staffed by a team of Nurses , Social Care Workers and Direct support workers and is led by a CNM2 who is the Person in Charge (PIC) Key duties associated with the role: To ensure the physical and social development of children and young people is supported and nurtured in a caring environment that promotes their overall health and wellbeing. Support each person to effectively communicate and to ensure they make informed decisions, exercise choice, control and autonomy in their life. Support residents to develop and maintain relationships with family , friends and peers. Contribute to and monitor outcomes for the person as identified in the personal planning processes. Identify supports and work in partnership with the individual, their family and other supports as outlined within individual plans Essential Criteria for Applicants: 2 years previous experience of supporting individuals presenting with an Intellectual disability Experience of promoting community inclusion and active participation. Experience providing individuals with positive behaviour supports Experience working with Families, Clinicians and other networks of support Possess excellent communication skills Have experience of a key working role, focusing on promoting independence, community integration and assisting people with their will and preferences Knowledge and understanding of HIQA standards and how they apply to Respite Settings Knowledge and understanding of Assisted Decision Making and how this legislation may impact a person Desired Criteria for Applicants: Full Clean Drivers Licence Essential Qualification required for Direct Support Workers . The successful Direct Support Worker candidate must have the following FULL AWARD in one or more of the Qualifications required: Intellectual Disability Practice (5M1761) Community Health Services (5M4468) Health Service Skills (5M3782) Healthcare Support (5M4339) Community Care (5M2786) Nursing Studies (5M4349) Salary Scale Direct Support Workers: Successful candidates will be paid in line with HSE consolidated Care Assistant (Disability) pay scale; Should you have no prior public sector experience you will be placed on point 1 of the pay-scale above. What We Offer: HSE Pay Scale (incremental*) Premium Payments Sick Pay Scheme Paid Maternity Leave Pension Cycle to Work Scheme Generous Annual Leave Employee Assistance Programme Comprehensive Induction Training / CPD Career Progression Closing Date: 5pm Friday 27thJune 2025 Please note that a twelve month panel will be formed from this competition from which future vacancies may be filled. To Apply: Apply through Rezoomo Informal enquiries or queries to Sinead Walker CNM2, [Links Not Allowed] PH: Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted, include a valid email address on application. Job offer is subject to approval under the process of funded posts in Disability Services in the HSE and Section 38 Agencies. St. Michaels House is an equal opportunities employer Skills: Possess excellent communication skills Experience providing individuals with positive ... Minimum of 2 years experience working in the ar...
