Social Care Worker

St. Michael’s House

St. Michael’s House are recruiting a Social Care Worker for residential services

Full Time and Part Time Permanent Contracts available in north Dublin - Breffy House and Riverside Residential

St. Michael's House is a community based organisation committed to providing a quality person centred service and high standard of living to people with an intellectual disability in the greater Dublin area.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with a skilled and responsive staff team to deliver a high quality service. Working closely with the Social Care Leader, multi disciplinary team and families, the key task is to provide positive behaviour and person centred supports to ensure a good quality of life for the men and women who reside in the centre.

Essential Criteria for Applicants

· Previous experience of supporting individuals with intellectual disability.

· Have experience of working as part of a team.

· Experience implementing positive behaviour support plans

· Have experience of a key working role focusing on promoting independence and community integration.

· Excellent communication skills.

· A full clean driver’s licence and be willing to drive as part of your role.

· Eligible to work in Ireland

Essential Qualifications Required:

· QQI Level 7 Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Studies (Disability) - Open Training College

· Level 7 award in Social Care/Studies delivered by TUD, Institute of Technology, DIT or National University of Ireland;

· CORU Registration

What We Offer:

· HSE Pay Scale (incremental*)

· Premium Payments

· Sick Pay Scheme

· Paid Maternity Leave

· Pension

· Cycle to Work Scheme

· Generous Annual Leave

· Employee Assistance Programme

· Comprehensive Induction

· Training / CPD

· Career Progression

Salary Scale: Successful candidates will be paid in line with the March 2025 HSE revised consolidated Social Care Worker pay scale (point 1; € 40351– point 12; € 56650per annum based on working a 39 hour week). Should you have no prior public sector experience you will be placed on point 1 of the pay-scale above.

To apply:

· A comprehensive CV, detailing education, skills, career history, experience.

· A short cover letter/personal statement (i.e., no more than 2 pages) outlining why you wish to be considered for the post and where you believe your skills, experience and values meet the requirements of the position [X] with St. Michael’s House.

· Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

Informal enquiries are welcome by Eleanor Smyth – Person in charge on Eleanor.Smyth@smh.ie

To Apply: Upload a CV and cover letter to REZOOMO

Closing Date for receipt of applications is 5pm 17/11/2025.

Candidates should note that canvassing will disqualify them.

St. Michael’s House is an equal opportunities employer.