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- Vacantes
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- Al corriente
- hace 1 semana
- Work mode
- En la oficina
- Educación
- B.A. in Applied Social Care Work (Level 7/8) or equivalent
- Eligibility
- Candidates with a BA in Applied Social Care Work (Level 7/8) or an equivalent qualification who are compassionate, resilient, and able to support children and young people are suitable for this role.
- Resume
- Required to apply
Descripción del trabajo
Role overview
CareConex is seeking a Social Care Worker for a children’s residential service in County Laois, delivered under contract with Tusla. The role is based in Portlaoise and involves supporting children and young people in a caring, stable, and development-focused environment.
Key duties
- Provide day-to-day care and emotional encouragement to children and young people in the service.
- Serve as a keyworker and carry out individual care plans and placement plans.
- Take part in Child in Care Reviews and represent the child’s needs and interests.
- Support education, overall wellbeing, and the development of positive life skills.
What the role offers
- Permanent employment in Portlaoise, County Laois.
- Full-time and part-time opportunities are available.
- 192 hours of annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Paid sleeping hours.
- Structured supervision, opportunities for career progression, and paid training.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7.
Requirements
- A BA in Applied Social Care Work at Level 7/8, or an equivalent qualification.
- A full clean driving licence is preferred.
- The ideal candidate should be compassionate, resilient, and motivated to contribute to children’s care and development.
Additional information
This position is within a children’s residential setting and is carried out in partnership with Tusla. Interested applicants can contact recruitment@careconex.ie for more information.