Social Care Worker, Children Services

at  Saint John of God Intellectual Disability Kerry Services

We are currently recruiting for Social Care Workers to provide support to children with intellectual disabilities in our Children’s Respite Services. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who’s passionate about young children and interested in providing opportunities for children with ID to develop their full potential in a compassionate and child centred environment. Sometimes families need a break and sometimes children need a chance to play with their friends and have a sleepover or a holiday. Staff support children in the community for activities such as cinema trips, visiting petting farms, zoo etc.
We have a two purpose-built children’s respite centres in the following locations; The Arches is located just outside Killorglin and Abhaile is located in Listowel Town.
They provide a welcome break for families, and fun and development for children. This is a hugely rewarding role for someone interested in working in a dynamic yet hospitable service.
This post provides therapeutic interventions, practical support, and nursing support where appropriate to meet the needs of the individual children/young people.

Please refer the Job description for details