About Brighter Futures for Children:Brighter Futures for Children Ltd (BFFC) helps children overcome developmental trauma resulting from adverse childhood experiences such as neglect and child abuse. BFFC specialises in Single Occupancy (one child per home) to provide a therapeutic environment where children enjoy positive nurturing relationships with supportive adults. All staff undertake therapeutic training and continuous personal development during their employment with BFFC. Additionally, BFFC will commission and provide evidence-informed therapeutic intervention that have demonstrated effectiveness in assisting traumatised children to heal.Benefits:180.5 hours per 4 working weeks, inclusive of sleep in hoursInterest free loans to progress relevant professional qualificationsCareers in management for suitably qualified and experienced staffEmployee Assistance App including free counselling from accredited counsellorsMaternity leave policySickness leave policyInternal progression pathwaysOnsite free parkingRegular access to a variety of training opportunitiesSleep ins are paid at your normal rate of payAttendance at company eventsFree food provided whilst on shiftLocation: Falcarragh, Co.DonegalEssential: A full valid drivers license from the Republic of Ireland or the UKThe Residential Social Care Worker will:provide a Key-Worker role to traumatised children.work effectively as part of a social care staff team and demonstrate a commitment to ongoing personal and professional development.ensure that social care interventions are delivered appropriately to children in accordance with relevant legislation, policy and procedures, the Tusla commissioning contract, guidance from the clinical therapeutic team and instructions from the Tusla social workers.abide by health & safety requirements consistently.work on a rota basis including overnights and weekend cover.adhere to and complete administrative responsibilities in a timely manner.Key expectations for the post include:The Residential Social Care Project Worker will have the ability to:maintain professionalism and consistently demonstrate competence in undertaking tasks and duties.demonstrate a willingness to improve competence through ongoing training.act appropriately using own initiative.work effectively as part of a team.use emotional intelligence in dealings with children, colleagues and key stakeholders.apply theoretical and evidence-informed knowledge to enhance best practice and best outcomes.plan and deliver care in an effective and resourceful manner with a person-centred approachmanage self and prioritise workload in a busy working environment.demonstrate a commitment to high standards of practice and strive to create a meaningful person-centred model of care.demonstrate initiative and innovation in identifying areas for service improvementdisplay awareness and appreciation of the children as 'experts through experience'actively promote the involvement of the children in care planning, decision-making and service developmentempathise with and treat others with dignity and respectevaluate information and make effective decisions about the care of childrendisplay effective interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).demonstrate effective team working skillsshow flexibility and an openness to changeattend individual therapy and group-based therapydemonstrate a consistent commitment to the therapeutic ethosutilise supervision effectivelydevelop IT skills relevant to the roleThis is not an exhaustive list and other duties/expectations may be required from the Social Care WorkerRequired Qualification:You must have one of the qualifications listed below and be eligible to register with Coru.Minimum QQI Level 7 in Health & Social CareQQI Level 8 in PsychologyQQI Level 7 or Professional Practice Qualification in Child & Adolescent PsychotherapyQQI Level 7 or Professional Practice Qualification in Counselling / PsychotherapyQQI Level 7 or Professional Practice Qualification in Addiction CounsellingQQI Level 7 in Youth and Community or similarQQI Level 7 in Social Science / Social StudiesQQI Level 7 in Family SupportProfessional Qualification in Teaching (Not TEFL)Professional Qualification in Nursing StudiesQQI Level 7 in Disability StudiesQQI Level 7 in Applied Behavioural AnalysisQQI Level 7 in Early Years Care where centre caters for children under 12 years.BA in Applied Policing or equivalentHolder of Higher Certificate in Custodial Care (Irish Prison Service) or equivalentNo qualification or non-relevant qualification but holder of CORU registration as a Social Care worker .It is a mandatory requirement that all applicants have legal permission to work in the Republic of Ireland. It is the applicants' responsibility to evidence their legal permission to undertake paid employment in the Republic of Ireland as this is a condition of employment.Please note, the Organisation may close this post prior to the expiry of the deadline if a sufficient number of applications are received. If you are interested in applying for this position, it is recommended that you submit your CV at your earliest convenience.Job Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: From €37,100.00 per yearBenefits:Employee assistance programOn-site parkingWellness programApplication question(s):Do you have a QQI Level 7 or above in Health and Social Care or one of the listed equivalents?Education:Bachelor's (required)Licence/Certification:Irish/ UK full manual driving license? (required)Work authorisation:Ireland (required)Work Location: In personApplication deadline: 06/09/2025Reference ID: SCW2 Aug 2025