Social Care Worker
St Michael's House is recruiting a Social Care Worker for a community residential service for adults with intellectual disability and autism.
* Full time permanent contract (39‑hour week)
* Pay scale: point 1 €40,351 – point 14 €56,650 per annum
* English fluent; HSE updated consolidated pay scale October 2024 applied
Responsibilities
* Deliver person‑centred care for five adults with intellectual disability and autism
* Implement positive behaviour support plans and promote independence and community integration
* Work closely with the Social Care Leader, multidisciplinary team and families
* Support positive behaviour and person‑centred supports to ensure a good quality of life for these five people
Essential Criteria
* Previous experience supporting individuals with intellectual disability
* Experience working as part of a team
* Experience implementing positive behaviour support plans
* Experience in a key working role focusing on promoting independence and community integration
* Excellent communication skills
* Full clean driver’s licence and willingness to drive as part of your role
* Eligible to work in Ireland
Qualifications
* QQI Level 7 Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Studies (Disability) – Open Training College
* Level 7 award in Social Care/Studies delivered by an Institute of Technology, DIT or National University of Ireland
* Qualification received outside the State recognised by NARIC as equivalent to the Irish Level 7 award
* Or be CORU registered as a Social Care Worker
Salary Scale
Successful candidates will be paid in line with HSE revised consolidated October 2024 Social Care Worker pay scale point 1: €40,351 point 14: €56,650 per annum (based on working a 39‑hour week).
To Apply
Upload a CV and cover letter to complete your application. Shortlisting will happen and candidates who meet criteria will be notified of an interview date.
Closing Date
30th October 2025 at 5pm.
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