EXCITING OPPORTUNITY to join our dedicated team, make a difference for the people we support to live their best life.Ability West provides a wide range of high-quality services to children and adults with intellectual disabilities and autism across Galway City and County. Services provided are day, residential, short breaks, community supports, rehabilitative training and multi-disciplinary supports. The ethos of service provision is underpinned by our Vision, Mission, Core Values and Strategic Plan, which is to empower people with disabilities to live self-directed lives in an equal and inclusive society. Each person is supported and valued within an environment which promotes their overall autonomy, health and wellbeing and enables them to reach their potential. The RoleThe Team Leaders/Social Care Worker will provide residential and respite care within a staff team for children and adults with an intellectual disability attending Ability West's services in accordance with Ability West policies, procedures and guidelines and the Ability West's Safety Statement. The following are an outline of the duties for Team Leaders/Social Care Worker.To work closely with both the Person in Charge and/or Assistant Director of Client Services with regard to both planning and implementing the effective delivery of servicesSupport Person in Charge with the management of the annual budget, including staffing and all aspects of expenditure within the centre and be responsible for operating within approved budgetsAct as Person in Charge in the absence of Cluster Person in Charge as requiredSupport Person in Charge in Performance Management issues as they may ariseSupport Person in Charge in ensuring all staff training records are up to dateEssential CriteriaA professional degree (minimum level 7) in Applied Social Studies or relevant qualification.CORU Registration or in process of registrationPrevious experience working with people with an intellectual disability or a similar field.Full current driving license with access to your own vehicle.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Strong problem-solving skills.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.Motivated, energetic, and enthusiastic personality.An ability to advocate on behalf of people we supportWhat We Are offeringA wide variety of on the job training with core training interventions like Studio III and medication training.Have an opportunity to work in a person centred organisation and make a positive difference to people's lives and communities. A supportive and inclusive work environment where your ideas and input are valuedThe opportunity to grow and develop professionally in this role through training and experience.Permanent contracts22 days annual leave initially plus public holidays Contributory pension scheme of 7%Flexible benefits and above statutory minimum Bike to Work SchemeFour week rolling rosters to facilitate work life balanceINAW