Social Care Worker

About the Organisation

Camphill Communities of Ireland (CCoI) provides support to people with physical and intellectual disabilities, as well as autistic people, through residential and day services delivered across 15 locations. The organisation’s focus is to help residents and day attendees live everyday lives and participate in ordinary community life.

Role Overview

CCoI is hiring Social Care Workers to join its teams in Kilkenny. This is a permanent position with full-time and part-time options available.

Employment Details

• Job title: Social Care Worker
• Contract type: Permanent
• Working hours: Full-time and part-time options
• Location: Kilkenny, County Kilkenny, Ireland
• Salary range: €39,088 to €56,349 per year

What the Role Offers

You will work as part of a dedicated team within a major national organisation. The role offers a competitive salary along with collaborative, learning-focused working conditions.

Key Requirements

• A minimum qualification at Level 7 on the QQI Framework, such as a BA in Social Care Studies or an equivalent qualification in health or social care
• CORU registration, or evidence that an application is already underway
• At least 1 year of experience supporting vulnerable adults or adults with intellectual disabilities
• Good awareness of current national and sector developments relating to social care in disability services
• The ability to use support plans and methods, review them, and help improve them to meet ongoing individual needs
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Competent IT ability, including Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Teams
• A full driving licence and access to a car are essential

Additional Conditions

All appointments are subject to Garda vetting, relevant police clearance for any country where the applicant has lived for more than 6 months from age 18, and reference checks. CCoI is an equal opportunities employer.