Social Care Assistant - Residential Services (Co. Kildare) Orange Recruitment is urgently seeking Social Care Assistants to join a well-established Residential Service in Co.
Kildare.
This is a permanent, full-time role offering a competitive salary scale from €30,272 - €37,483 per annum, plus premium payments and excellent benefits.
You must be authorised to work in Ireland to apply.
Role Overview As a Social Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting and empowering adults with intellectual disabilities to live fulfilling and independent lives.
You will uphold each individual's rights, dignity, and personal choices while delivering high-quality, person-centred care in line with HIQA standards and the New Directions model.
Key Responsibilities Support and promote the human, legal, and constitutional rights of each person using the service.
Facilitate and encourage decision-making, independence, and personal development.
Provide support in daily living skills, including personal hygiene, health, and appearance.
Work in a person-centred manner to meet individual care plans and goals.
Contribute to developing and improving care methods and service delivery.
Essential Requirements Full QQI Level 5 (8 modules) in Social Care, Healthcare, or Nursing.
Minimum of 1 year's experience supporting vulnerable adults or adults with intellectual disabilities.
Full clean driver's licence and own transport.
Fluent English with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficient IT skills (Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, Teams).
Knowledge of HIQA regulations and the New Directions model.
Benefits Premium pay:
Saturday rates, double time Sundays, unsocial hours allowance.
22 days annual leave.
Paid travel expenses.
Death-in-service benefit.
Cycle to Work Scheme & free parking.
Career progression opportunities.
Employee Assistance Programme (advice & counselling).
Paid mandatory training & access to additional learning.
'Refer a Friend' bonus scheme.
Why Work with Orange Recruitment?
Expert career advice from experienced social care recruiters.
24-hour response time & consistent communication.
Full onboarding support from application to start date.
Personalised interview preparation.
Skills:
Flexible social care worker Qualified social care worker Enthusiastic social care worker person centred social care worker coru registered social care worker passionate social care worker team orientated social care worker