Location
Glenview Lodge, Odyssey Social Care
Overview
Social Care Leader – Children’s Residential (6-Month Fixed-Term, Maternity Cover)
As a Children’s Residential - Social Care Leader you’ll play a pivotal role in designing and delivering care packages tailored to individual needs. You'll act as a shift leader, supporting colleagues, mentoring staff, and working closely with management to uphold standards and ensure the house runs smoothly. This is a senior frontline position with leadership responsibilities and strong emphasis on child‑centred care. You will report to the Unit Social Care Manager / Deputy Manager.
Why Join Us
* Competitive Salary
* Flexible Rostering focused on work‑life balance
* Core Professional Training in essential subjects
* Team‑Building Activities & Social Events
* Education Assistance Grants
* Health Insurance Grant & Life Insurance
* Incremental Pay Scale
* Pension Contribution Match
* Employee Assistance Program for Employees and Family from Day 1
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and support your team during shifts
* Design and implement Placement and Crisis Management Plans
* Provide educational support to children in and out of school
* Engage in direct residential care to meet identified needs
* Record and document all client interactions and activities
* Maintain regular communication with parents, social workers, and external agencies
* Attend and contribute to team meetings, strategic planning, and policy implementation
* Monitor health and safety, and ensure compliance across the unit
* Support relief staff, trainees, and student placements
* Participate in housekeeping duties and general maintenance
* Assume Managerial duties in their absence
* Manage finances, petty cash reconciliation, and reporting
* Uphold confidentiality, professional standards, and company values
* Encourage open communication and whistleblowing in line with policy
* Undertake any other relevant duties required to support the home’s operations
Educational Requirements
A minimum Level 7 qualification in Social Care or a relevant field that meets the criteria to be registered as a Social Care Worker with CORU.
Relevant Alternative Qualifications Include: QQI Level 8 in Psychology; QQI Level 7 or Professional Practice Qualification in Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy, Counselling/Psychotherapy, or Addiction Counselling; QQI Level 7 in Youth and Community (or similar), Social Science/Social Studies, Family Support, Disability Studies, Applied Behavioural Analysis, or Early Years Care (where the centre caters for children under 12); Professional Qualification in Teaching (excluding TEFL) or Nursing Studies; BA in Applied Policing or equivalent; Higher Certificate in Custodial Care (Irish Prison Service) or equivalent; or CORU registration as a Social Care Worker in the absence of a relevant qualification.
Required Criteria
* CORU registered
* Minimum 2 years’ experience working directly with children/young people in a social care setting
* Experience leading teams and working in therapeutic care models (e.g. Therapeutic Crisis Intervention)
* Familiarity with National Standards in Children’s Residential Centres
* Full, clean manual driving licence valid in Ireland
* Right to work and live in Ireland
About The Role
When you work with Odyssey Social Care, you’re part of a dedicated team that’s as supportive to each other as we are to the young people in our care. Because we know that our success depends on yours, you’ll get continuous on‑the‑job training through our network of certified trainers. Our supportive, adaptive and flexible approach is designed to give you the best opportunities to progress through the company and further your social care career.
Company Approach and Culture
* Mission: Provide a supportive, safe environment for children and young people in care
* Care Approach: Trauma‑informed and multi‑dimensional, including the Sanctuary Model, Positive Behaviour Support, Therapeutic Crisis Intervention, and the Saoirse Project.
* Employees engage in trauma‑informed care, emphasizing safety, emotional well‑being, and personal development.
Desired Criteria
Desired criteria include additional educational qualifications or specialised experiences beyond the required criteria (e.g., evidence of advanced therapeutic practice, multidisciplinary team collaboration, etc.).
Closing Date
Friday 21st November, 2025
Contract Type
Full‑time
Salary
From €42,432.00 Yearly to €46,176.00 Yearly
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