Social Care Worker

Social Care Worker

Daffodil Care Services are currently recruiting Social Care professionals for full time, part time Social Care Worker & Relief Social Care Worker positions in our Semi - independent residential care services in Kinsealy & Artane, Co. Dublin.

We welcome applications from both new graduates and experienced professionals in social care and related fields.

Who we are -

Daffodil Care Services is one of Irelands leading social care service providers currently providing a range of services to meet the needs of young people and their families, these include registered residential, aftercare services as well as community outreach.

Working as part of this new team and collaboration with the Centre Manager and Social Care Leaders,you will be responsible for providing high quality social care and a safe, caring and stabilising environment to vulnerable young people. You will play a key role in the delivery of individualised day-to-day activities in the residential service. This rewarding role will suit energetic, creative and versatile social care professionals with a passion for working with young people.

What we can offer you:

• Attractive starting salary package for our Social Care Workers of €39,567- €42,895 annually.

• inclusive of sleeping time and premiums.

• Incremental salary scale

• Typical schedule of 2 X twenty four hour shifts per week

Employee Benefits:

• Paid core training allowance

• Health Insurance Scheme

• Maternity Cover

• Life Assurance

• Company Pension Scheme

• Employee Discount Scheme

• Free access to any additional professional training offered by SCTI, Social Care Training Ireland e.g. Leadership & Management in Social Care, Professional Supervision Skills

• Education Assistance Grants

• Professional Career Development programme

• Team Building Activities

• Company Social Events & away days

• Refer a Friend Bonus

About the role

Qualifications & Experience

Minimum Level 7 qualification (degree) or above in one of the following:

• Psychology
• Professional Practice Qualification in Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy
• Professional Practice Qualification in Counselling / Psychotherapy
• Professional Practice Qualification in Addiction Counselling
• Youth and Community or similar
• Social Science / Social Studies
• Family Support
• Teaching (Not TEFL)
• Professional Qualification in Nursing Studies
• Disability Studies
• Applied Behavioural Analysis
• BA in Applied Policing or equivalent
• Holder of Higher Certificate in Custodial Care (Irish Prison Service) or equivalent

A full Irish Drivers license is a mandatory requirement for this position.

At Daffodil Care Services, we promote the professional and personal development of each team member. With a clear focus on our ethos and therapeutic approach, we provide for significant investment in our people, who in turn through their professionalism and commitment greatly enhance the experience and outcomes for our service users.

About the company

Daffodil Care Group is a respected Irish provider of therapeutic care services, operating residential homes and support centres under its brands Daffodil Care Services, Misty Croft, and ARCS. With a focus on supporting children and young people with complex needs, the Group combines compassionate, person-centred care with evidence-based therapeutic approaches. Their dedicated team is committed to enhancing the quality of life and promoting positive outcomes for all service users.