Social Care Worker/Residential Care Worker at Orchard Residential Care

Ireland, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Aug, 26

Salary

43181.0

Posted On

05 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Social Care, Residential Care, Trauma-Informed Care, Child Support, Case Management, Crisis Intervention, Teamwork, Therapeutic Support, Patient Care, Behavioral Support

Industry

Description

About the Role As we continue to expand to provide additional services to meet the needs of those we care for, we currently have a number of opportunities within our Orchard Residential Care division in our new service in Co. Cavan. We are seeking applications from enthusiastic social care workers/residential care workers with a passion for supporting young people who are unable to live with 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 in their early years. You will be provided with extensive training in our model of care to assist you in your role and will also 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. Essential Requirements - Social Care Worker: Candidates must hold a qualification at Level 7 or above in a relevant discipline and be registered as a Social Care Worker with CORU or be in the process of registering as a Social Care Worker with CORU Full manual driving license with eligibility to drive in Ireland. Have full eligibility and availability to work with us Essential Requirements - Residential Care Worker: Candidates must hold a qualification at Level 7 or above in a relevant discipline that meets the criteria to be registered as a Social Care Worker with CORU (Social Care Level 7 or Level 8, Social Work Level 7 or 8) Full manual driving license with eligibility to drive in Ireland Full eligibility and availability to work with us Candidates who hold any of the following qualifications will also be considered for Residential care Worker Positions: Level 8 Psychology Level 7 or professional practice qualification in Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy Level 7 or Professional Practice Qualification in Counselling/Psychotherapy Level 7 or Professional Practice Qualification in Addiction Counselling Level 7 in Youth and Community or similar Level 7 in Social Science/Social Studies Level 7 in Family Support Professional Qualification in Teaching (Not TEFL) Professional Qualification in Nursing Studies Level 7 in Disability Studies Level 7 in Applied Behavioural Analysis Level 7 in Early Years Care where centre caters for children under 12 years BA in Applied Policing or equivalent Holder of Higher Certificate in Custodial Care IND Benefits to working with Company Comprehensive paid induction process 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 rolling roster work schedule to accommodate both staff and the people we support 4 working weeks as annual leave Refer a friend initiative Orchard Values Award Income Protection Scheme 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.

Responsibilities

Provide dedicated direct support to children and young people who have experienced trauma and are unable to live with their families. Engage in daily activities and routines to contribute to the development, health, and wellbeing of the residents.