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 in our new services in Mullingar.
We are seeking applications from enthusiastic Social Care Workers with a passion for supporting young people who are unable to live with own 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 be provided with 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 rolling roster, 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 Worker:
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 license with eligibility to drive in Ireland.
Have full eligibility and availability to work with us without restriction
Benefits to working with Company
Competitive salary with annual increments
Premium rates paid on Sunday and Bank Holidays
Flexible rolling roster work schedule to accommodate both staff and the people we support
4 working weeks as annual leave
Refer a friend initiative
Extensive training programmes
Orchard Values Award
Income Protection Scheme
On-going mentoring and support
Continuous Professional Development support
Career progression opportunities
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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