Social Care Assistant Residential Service Kiltimagh, Co. Mayo
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- Kiltimagh, Co Mayo
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Contract 17 hours per week (68 hours per month + 6 sleep in's)
- Reference Number: 2026-103
- Please apply with a current C.V.
- Closing Date: April 26th, 2026
- For further enquiries, please contact: Ellen Sanders, Service Manager Tel: 087-1651485 or Email:
- Genuine commitment to supporting individuals in achieving positive opportunities and meaningful change in their lives.
- Experience working in a person and family-centered manner.
- Strong understanding and appreciation of equality, inclusion, and quality of life for all individuals.
- Ability to listen, understand, and respectfully advocate for individuals regarding their needs, preferences, rights, and aspirations.
- Enthusiasm and dedication to upholding the ethos and values of the service.
- Experience in facilitating and supporting people with high and/or complex needs.
- Excellent communication skills, with a collaborative approach to teamwork, and the motivation to deliver high-quality facilitation alongside individuals, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to be innovative and creative in-service responses.
- Experience in leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
- Experience supporting service development or quality improvement initiatives.
- Self-motivated with effective time-management skills.
- Understanding of budget awareness and financial accountability in service settings.
- Working knowledge of New Directions standards (Day Services).
- Working knowledge of HIQA standards and regulations preferred.
- Willingness to demonstrate flexibility to meet service demands as required.
- Good knowledge of IT systems and applications is preferred.
- Contribute to and actively participate in the local service planning process, supporting the creative development and responding to the ongoing and changing needs of the service.
- Provide personal care and practical support to individuals as required.
- Ensure a safe and respectful workplace, adhering to the organisation’s Dignity at Work Policy and all Health & Safety requirements.
- Promote safety in all environments in line with the Association’s practices and guidelines.
- Use positive and proactive approaches to support individuals who may present challenging behaviours, consistent with organisational policies and best practice.
- Full driver’s license is essential.
- All applicants will be subject to Irish Garda Vetting and Reference checks.
- Applicants from countries outside the E.U. must provide relevant work authorization to take up employment in the Republic of Ireland. This documentation must be submitted with the application.
- Applicants who have lived outside of the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland for more than six months since the age of 16 will be required to provide Overseas Police Clearance.
- Competitive Salary in line with Department of Health consolidated scales
- Premium payments, including anti-social hours payments on residential rosters.
- Pension and Life Insurance Scheme.
- Generous Annual Leave often exceeding statutory entitlement.
- Dedicated learning and opportunities for career progression
- Flexible working arrangements where feasible.
- Comprehensive Induction process.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) which includes counselling support.
- Bike-to-Work Scheme.
- Sick pay scheme.