At Western Care we aim to provide the most appropriate care, in the most appropriate setting for the people we support. And right now, we are looking to grow and support our team across County Mayo.
Why not be part of a progressive team, that's delivering for its community.
Western Care - Supporting People to Live Their Lives.
*Social Care Worker
Day Service (Teeling St, Behy Road)
Ballina, Co Mayo*
* Permanent 37.5 hours per week
* Reference Number B
Job Brief
We are seeking dedicated, motivated, and reliable Social Care Workers to join our organisation. In this role, you will support individuals to live meaningful and fulfilling lives in a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment. You will work alongside individuals, their families, and multidisciplinary teams to promote independence, equality, and achieve their personal goals. This role also involves advocating for individuals' needs, preferences, and rights, as well as contributing to the development and implementation of Individual Plans.
Qualification Details
Social Care Worker applicants must hold a relevant 3 rd level qualification in Social Care, or equivalent (minimum level 7) -
qualifications must be eligible for CORU registration. Please note deadline for Coru registration applications is November 30
th
, 2025
Candidate Requirements
* Successful candidate will have experience in the area of facilitating and supporting people who have high and/or complex needs
* A genuine understanding and interest in working alongside people in effecting positive opportunities and change in their lives in a meaningful way
* The ability to listen, to see, and respectfully advocate for and on behalf of the individual with regard to their needs, preferences, rights, and dreams
* Have excellent communication skills and a clear understanding of teamwork with the motivation to deliver high-quality facilitation, working alongside individuals, their families, and other disciplines
* A strong belief in people's rights, inclusion, and equality
* Flexibility will be required from time to time to respond to service demands
* Working knowledge of New Directions & HIQA standards and regulations is essential
* Good knowledge of IT skills is preferable
Other Requirements
* Full driver's license is essential
* All applicants will be subject to Irish Garda Vetting & Reference checks
* All applicants from Countries outside the E.U. will be required to provide relevant work authorization to take up employment in the Republic of Ireland. This must be submitted along with the Application
* All applicants will be required to access Overseas Police Clearance if they have lived outside of the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland for more than 6 months since the age of 18 years
Salary Scale
Social Care Worker Pay Scale (Scale Range €35,668 to €53,671 per annum)
* this is based on full time working hours i.e.39 hours per week
Employment Benefits
* Competitive Salary in line with Department of Health consolidated scales
* Premium payments, including anti-social hours payments on residential rosters.
* Pension and Life Insurance Scheme.
* Generous Annual Leave often exceeding statutory entitlement.
* Dedicated learning and opportunities for career progression
* Flexible working arrangements where feasible.
* Comprehensive Induction process.
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) which includes counselling support.
* Bike-to-Work Scheme.
* Sick pay scheme.
Health
Applicants must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to this post and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service
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