Social Care Workers Job In Leinster

Job Description

SOCIAL CARE WORKERS – SUPPORT WORKERS

Laois Residential Services

Relief If & When Required Contracts

We are recruiting for positions of Social Care Workers and Support Workers to work as part of a dynamic team supporting individuals within the Laois Services. The successful candidates will be provided with the opportunity to support individuals with independent living skills, community inclusion, and the promotion of their personal health and wellbeing. They will be given the opportunities and resources to encourage and motivate individuals in pursuing their personal interests and life goals. We are looking for ambitious and enthusiastic Social Care Workers and Support Workers to support, encourage and motivate individuals to lead a fulfilling life. The roster will include days, weekends, waking nights, and sleepovers.

Requirements:

• Relevant recognised Diploma in Social Care / Applied Social Studies in Social Care (Level 7 on National Framework of Qualifications), or FETAC/QQI level 5 Major Award in Healthcare Support/Health Service Skills;
• Please note social care candidates must be registered with CORU or provide confirmation from CORU that they have commenced the process of registration.
• A valid Full Licence to drive a manual vehicle in Ireland;
• Experience of supporting adults with intellectual disabilities, autism, and/or supporting individuals with visual/hearing loss is highly desirable;
• Excellent organisational, logistical, and IT skills are an advantage;
• Suitability as outlined in the introduction to the role.

Closing Date for receipt of completed applications: Monday 7th October 2024 @10.00am

Please note that the successful candidates will be required to be available for any of day, weekend, waking night duty, and 'sleep-over / over-night' shifts. In addition, we require staff members to be willing to work alone in the residents' homes.

To apply and for further details please go to our web page at: Current Vacancies Muiriosa Foundation

Informal enquiries to: William Roche am to 4.30pm)