About The RoleAs 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 service in Co. Cavan.We are seeking applications from enthusiastic social care workers/residential 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 rota, 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 WorkerCandidates 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 CORUFull manual driving license with eligibility to drive in Ireland.Have full eligibility and availability to work with usEssential Requirements - Residential Care Worker:Candidates must hold a qualification at Level 7 or above in a relevant discipline that meets the criteria to be registered as a Social Care Worker with CORU (Social Care Level 7 or Level 8, Social Work Level 7 or 8)Full manual driving license with eligibility to drive in IrelandFull eligibility and availability to work with usCandidates who hold any of the following qualifications will also be considered for Residential care Worker Positions:Level 8 PsychologyLevel 7 or professional practice qualification in Child & Adolescent PsychotherapyLevel 7 or Professional Practice Qualification in Counselling/PsychotherapyLevel 7 or Professional Practice Qualification in Addiction CounsellingLevel 7 in Youth and Community or similarLevel 7 in Social Science/Social StudiesLevel 7 in Family SupportProfessional Qualification in Teaching (Not TEFL)Professional Qualification in Nursing StudiesLevel 7 in Disability StudiesLevel 7 in Applied Behavioural AnalysisLevel 7 in Early Years Care where centre caters for children under 12 yearsBA in Applied Policing or equivalentHolder of Higher Certificate in Custodial CareINDBenefits To Working With CompanyComprehensive paid induction processExtensive training programmeOn-going mentoring and supportContinuous Professional Development supportCareer progression opportunitiesCompetitive salary with incrementsPremium rates paid on Sunday and Bank HolidaysFlexible rolling roster work schedule to accommodate both staff and the people we support4 working weeks as annual leaveRefer a friend initiativeOrchard Values AwardIncome Protection SchemeWorking in a well-resourced environment with access to the multidisciplinary teamEmployee Assistance Programme for staff and their familiesTo be considered for this role you will be redirected to and must complete the application process on our careers page. To start the process, click the Apply button below to Login/Register.