Social Care Worker - Northside Dublin - Service Area 2
St. Michael's House is growing, and we are looking for passionate, dedicated professionals to join our team We have a number of vacancies available across 170 locations in the greater Dublin area.
This is your opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with disabilities.
We are a leading provider of disability services in Ireland, offering rewarding careers in social care.
Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting out, we have opportunities that match your skills and ambitions.
At St. Michael's House, we are committed to supporting our staff with professional development, career progression, and a strong sense of purpose in everything we do.
Join a team where your work matters, where innovation meets compassion, and where you can build a future while making an impact.
Your career starts here.
Be part of something bigger—apply today
St. Michael's House
Full Time/Part Time Contracts available
Social Care Worker pay scale (point 1; €40,351– point 14; €56,650 per annum based on working a 39-hour week).
Fluent English
Closing date: 30th September **** at 17:00
Who We Are
St. Michael's House provides a comprehensive range of services and supports to men, women, and children with disabilities and their families in 170 locations in the greater Dublin Area.
It supports **** people and this has an impact on thousands of family members.
St. Michael's House is a company funded by the Health Service Executive (HSE), TUSLA and the Department of Education and Skills.
(Figures from 1st August ****).
St.
Michael's House supports include; Residential supports and Independent living, Clinical supports include:
Day supports
Schools
Respite supports
Vocational training services.
Skills and attributes
Social Care
Teamwork
Experience and interest in supporting people with intellectual disabilities.
Description
St. Michael's House are recruiting Social Care Workers for a community residential and day services for adults and children with intellectual disability and autism.
Full Time and Part Time permanent contracts
St. Michael's House is a community-based organisation committed to providing a quality person centred service and high standard of living to people with an intellectual disability in the greater Dublin area.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with a skilled and responsive staff team to deliver a high-quality service.
Working closely with the Social Care Leader, multi-disciplinary team and families, the key task is to provide positive behaviour and person centred supports to ensure a good quality of life for our people.
Essential Criteria for Applicants
Previous experience of supporting individuals with intellectual disability
Have experience of working as part of a team
Experience implementing positive behaviour support plans
Have experience of a key working role focusing on promoting independence and community integration
Excellent communication skills
Eligible to work in Ireland.
Essential Qualifications Required (one of the below):
QQI Level 7 Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Studies (Disability) - Open Training College
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Social Care Practice
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Applied Social Care
Level 7 award in Social Care/Studies delivered by an Institute of Technology, DIT or National University of Ireland
And/or be in the process of being CORU registered or fully registered as a Social Care Worker
For a full list of approved Approved qualifications, please see link here.
Desirable Criteria
A full clean driver's licence and be willing to drive as part of your role.
Salary Scale: Successful candidates will be paid in line with HSE revised consolidated October **** Social Care Worker pay scale point 1: €38,951 – point 12: €54,989 per annum (based on working a 39-hour week).
Should you have no prior public sector experience you will be placed on point 1 of the pay-scale above.
To Apply:
Answer the application form
Provide the relevant documentation and;
Upload a CV and cover letter to complete your application.
Benefits of working in St Michael's House
HSE Pay Scale (incremental*)
Premium Payments
Sick Pay Scheme
Paid Maternity Leave
Pension
Cycle to Work Scheme
Generous Annual Leave
Employee Assistance Programme
Training / CPD
Career Progression.
Closing Date:
30th September **** at 5pm.
Shortlisting will happen and candidates who meet criteria will then be notified of an interview date.
Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted, include a valid email address on application.
Job offer is subject to approval under the process of funded posts in Disability Services in the HSE and Section 38 Agencies.
St. Michael's House is an equal opportunities employer.