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Relief Residential Care Worker - Children's Residential
Relief Residential Care Worker - Children's Residential
Position Title: Relief Residential Care WorkerReports to: Social Care Manager / Deputy Manager / Social Care Leader as requiredSalary: €225 for 15-hour shift - €367.50 for 24.5-hour shift
Role Summary:
We’re seeking passionate and dedicated Relief Children’s Residential Care Worker 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?
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
Employee Assistance Program for Employees and Family from Day 1
Responsibilities:
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
About this role
Essential Qualifications, Knowledge, and Skills
Educational Requirements:
A minimum Level 7 qualification in Social Care or a relevant and related field.*
Relevant alternative qualifications include:
QI 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
Other Requirements:
A full, clean manual driving license is valid in Ireland.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of effective teamwork.
Familiarity with the Irish National Standards in Children’s Residential Centres
Experience working with teenagers exhibiting challenging behaviour.
What you will need
Required criteria
- A minimum Level 7 qualification in Social Care or a relevant and related field listed on the job ad
Desired criteria
- Experience working with teenagers exhibiting challenging behavior.
