Job Description
Location:
Brook Lodge, Odyssey Social Care
Odyssey Social Care Ltd is committed to providing high-quality care and support to young people in residential settings.
Guided by the Odyssey Model of Care, our team works to empower young people to reach their full potential through therapeutic support, education, and positive role modelling.
*Role Summary:
We're seeking passionate and dedicated
Children's Residential Social Care Worker
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to join our team.
You will play a vital role in delivering individualised care to young people referred to our service, helping them grow, develop new skills, and overcome challenges.
Why Join Us as a Children's Residential Social Care Worker:
Flexible Rostering focused on work-life balance
Core Professional Training in essential subjects
Team-Building Activities & Social Events
Education Assistance Grants
Health Insurance Grant & Life Insurance
Incremental Pay Scale
Pension Contribution Match
Employee Assistance Program for Employees and Family from Day 1
*Responsibilities:
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Develop and implement individualised Behaviour Support Plans and Placement Plans
Support young people with educational activities, both at home and in school
Deliver responsive residential care aligned with the Odyssey Model
Maintain accurate daily records and communicate with parents, professionals, and referral agents
Participate in team meetings, training, and service development
Manage petty cash, assist with domestic routines, and contribute to a homely environment
Uphold safeguarding protocols, confidentiality, and company policies
*Educational Requirements:
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A minimum Level 7 qualification in Social Care or a relevant and related field that meets the criteria to be registered as a Social Care Worker with CORU.
Relevant Alternative Qualifications Include:
QQI Level 8 in Psychology; QQI Level 7 or Professional Practice Qualification in Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy, Counselling/Psychotherapy, or Addiction Counselling; QQI Level 7 in Youth and Community (or similar), Social Science/Social Studies, Family Support, Disability Studies, Applied Behavioural Analysis, or Early Years Care (where the centre caters for children under 12); Professional Qualification in Teaching (excluding TEFL) or Nursing Studies; BA in Applied Policing or equivalent; Higher Certificate in Custodial Care (Irish Prison Service) or equivalent; or CORU registration as a Social Care Worker in the absence of a relevant qualification
*Required Criteria:
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CORU registration
A full, clean manual driving license that is valid in Ireland.
Familiarity with the Irish National Standards in Children's Residential Centres.
Experience working with teenagers exhibiting challenging behaviour.
Right to work and live in Ireland
*About The Role
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When you work with Odyssey Social Care, you're part of a dedicated team that's as supportive to each other as we are to the young people in our care.
Because we know that our success depends on yours, you'll get continuous on the job training through our network of certified trainers.
Quite simply, our supportive, adaptive and flexible approach is designed to give you the best opportunities to progress through the company and further your social care career.
*Skills Needed
About The Company
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Mission: Provide a supportive, safe environment for children and young people in care
Care Approach: Trauma-informed and multi-dimensional, including the Sanctuary Model, Positive Behaviour Support, Therapeutic Crisis Intervention, and the Saoirse Project.
*Company Culture
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Working for Odyssey Social Care involves being part of a team dedicated to supporting children and young people.
Employees engage in trauma-informed care, emphasising safety, emotional well-being, and personal development.
*Required Criteria
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Do you have a minimum Level 7 qualification in Social Care or a relevant and related field that meets the criteria to be registered as a Social Care Worker with CORU.
Do you have a full, clean manual driving license valid in Ireland.
Experience working with teenagers exhibiting challenging behaviour.
Do you have the right to live and work in Ireland.
Are you CORU Registered?
Desired Criteria
Do you have familiarity with the Irish National Standards in Children's Residential Centres.
Closing Date
Sunday 30th November, ****
Contract Type
fulltime
Salary
From €37,****** Yearly to €41,****** Yearly