Social Care Worker - Specified Purpose 12 months

  • Killorglin, Co Kerry
  • €56,089 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Due to expansion, we are currently recruiting for a Social Care Worker for a 12 month Specified Purpose Contract for our Children's Respite facility at the Arches. A Full Manual Driving Licence is required.This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about children and interested in providing opportunities for children with ID to develop their full potential in a compassionate and child centred environment. Sometimes families need a break and sometimes children need a chance to play with their friends and have a sleepover or a holiday. Staff support children in the community for activities such as cinema trips, visiting petting farms, zoo etc.This role is based in one of our purpose-built children’s respite centres - The Arches - located just outside Killorglin, Co. Kerry.The Arches provides a welcome break for families, and fun and development for children. This is a hugely rewarding role for someone interested in working in a dynamic yet hospitable service.This post provides therapeutic interventions, practical support, and nursing support where appropriate to meet the needs of the individual children/young people.If you are looking for a new challenge and want to be part of a team of over 400 staff in Kerry making a positive difference each day, then apply today.Social Care Worker (12 month specified Purpose Contract)Location: Children's Respite - The Arches, Killorglin, Co. KerryThe successful candidate requires:
  • Degree in Social Care and must be registered with CORU before November 2025
  • Commitment to the development and delivery of a person-centered programme.
  • Experience of supporting people presenting with challenging behaviour.
  • Experience in Intellectual Disability/Mental Health Sector is desirable.
  • Full Driving Licence for a Manual Vehicle is required
Please note that salaries are paid in line with HSE Consolidated Salary Scales.Interested candidates should apply by submitting their Curriculum Vitae explaining any gaps.St John of God Community Services CLG is an equal opportunities employerINDK

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