Sligo
Full or part-time
40,586 - 43,181 € per year
About the Role
As we continue to expand to provide additional services to meet the needs of those we care for, we currently have a number of opportunities within our Orchard Residential Care division, across Co. Sligo for full time, part time and relief Social Care Workers/Residential Care Workers.
We are seeking applications from enthusiastic social care workers/residential care workers with a passion for supporting young people who are unable to live with their families and who are referred to our service by Tusla. These positions are ideal for those who enjoy working in a team and want to make a difference in the lives of children and young people who have experienced trauma in their early years. You will receive extensive training in our model of care to assist you in your role and will also have access to a multidisciplinary team that provides therapeutic support to the young people.
Working on a shift rota, you will engage in daily activities and routines of the service, providing dedicated direct support to the people we care for as well as contributing to their development, health, and wellbeing.
Essential Requirements - Social Care Workers:
Candidates must hold a qualification at Level 7 or above in a relevant discipline and be registered as a Social Care Worker with CORU or be in the process of registering as a Social Care Worker with CORU.
Full manual driving licence with eligibility to drive in Ireland.
Full eligibility and availability to work with us.
Essential Requirements - Residential Care Worker:
Candidates must hold a qualification at Level 7 or above in a relevant discipline that meets the criteria to be registered as a Social Care Worker with CORU (Social Care Level 7 or Level 8, Social Work Level 7 or 8).
Full manual driving licence with eligibility to drive in Ireland.
Full eligibility and availability to work with us.
Candidates who hold any of the following qualifications will also be considered for Residential Care Worker Positions:
Level 8 Psychology
Level 7 or Professional Practice Qualification in Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy
Level 7 or Professional Practice Qualification in Counselling/Psychotherapy
Level 7 or Professional Practice Qualification in Addiction Counselling
Level 7 in Youth and Community or similar
Level 7 in Social Science/Social Studies
Level 7 in Family Support
Professional Qualification in Teaching (Not TEFL)
Professional Qualification in Nursing Studies
Level 7 in Disability Studies
Level 7 in Applied Behavioural Analysis
Level 7 in Early Years Care where centre caters for children under 12 years
BA in Applied Policing or equivalent
Higher Certificate in Custodial Care
Benefits to working with Company
Competitive salary with increments
Premium rates paid on Sunday and Bank Holidays
Income Protection
4 working weeks annual leave
On-going mentoring and support
Continuous Professional Development supportHigher Education Bursary
Career progression opportunities
Flexible work schedule to accommodate both staff and the people we support
Refer a friend initiative
Orchard Values Award
Working in a well-resourced environment with access to the multidisciplinary team
Employee Assistance Programme for staff and their families
About us
The Orchard Care Group is a wholly Irish owned company dedicated to providing the best possible care, supports and outcomes for children, young people, and adults in Ireland across a range of settings and locations, in fostering, disability and mainstream residential services.
The Group brings together three leading brands in Irish social care – Orchard Residential, Orchard Community Care and Orchard Fostering.
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