Overview
We are expanding within our Orchard Residential Care division in Co. Cavan and are seeking applications from enthusiastic social care workers with a passion for supporting young people who are unable to live with their 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. You will receive extensive training in our model of care and 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.
Responsibilities
* Provide direct support to the people we care for on a shift rota, contributing to their development, health and wellbeing.
* Engage in daily activities and routines of the service.
Qualifications
* Qualification at Level 7 or above that meets the criteria to be registered as a Social Care Worker with CORU
* Full manual driving license with eligibility to drive in Ireland
* Full eligibility and availability to work with us
Benefits
* Extensive training programme
* On-going mentoring and support
* Continuous Professional Development support
* Career progression opportunities
* Competitive salary with increments
* Premium rates paid on Sunday and Bank Holidays
* Flexible work schedule to accommodate both staff and service users
* 4 working weeks as annual leave
* Refer a friend initiative
* Working in a well-resourced environment with access to the multidisciplinary team
* Employee Assistance Programme for staff and their families
About us
The Orchard Care Group is a wholly Irish owned company dedicated to providing the best possible care, supports and outcomes for children, young people, and adults in Ireland across a range of settings and locations, in fostering, disability and mainstream residential services. The Group brings together three leading brands in Irish social care – Orchard Residential, Orchard Community Care and Orchard Fostering.
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