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Person in Charge / Social Care Leader Children’s Residential Respite Centre Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with disabilities and their families? Do you have the skills and experience to lead a caring and dedicated team? Join our organisation and take charge of one of our Children’s Residential Respite Centres, a safe and supportive space for children with intellectual disabilities and / or autism. Note: Applicants will be shortlisting based on the information provided on the application form. Position: Person in Charge Grade : Social Care Leader Location : Montenotte, Cork. The initial assignment will be within Children’s Respite Services. Location may be subject to change in line with organisational needs. Employment type : Full Time Permanent Hours: 39 hours per week (flexibility required – some evenings and weekend work may be involved as part of the role) Social Care Leader : The 7-point salary scale for the post as of 01/02/2026: €56,915, €58,145, €59,374, €62,652, €63,924, €65,185, €66,465 New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies. About the Role As the Person in Charge of the centre, you will lead a team committed to providing high-quality care and support for children with diverse needs. Your role will be to create an environment where children thrive, families feel supported, and staff are empowered to deliver exceptional services. Key Responsibilities Informal enquiries may be made to Leanne Moloney, Regional Manager (086 6063302). Completed application forms must be submitted by 5.00pm Friday 19th June 2025. Interviews will take place on Tuesday 30th June 2026. Applicants may be short listed on the basis of their application. A panel may be formed for a 12 month period to fill any future full time permanent or temporary Social Care Leader positions that may arise in Childrens Respite Services within Horizons. Visit our website: www.horizonscork.ie
Housing Support Worker
Housing Support Worker - Belfast Location: Remote working covering the Belfast and Greater Belfast Area Salary: £26,286 per annum (£13.48 per hour, SP 21) Contract: Permanent Work hours: 37.5 hours per week No. of available posts: 2 Full Time Please note we do not offer sponsorship for these roles. Belfast Central Mission (BCM) is an award-winning leading charity with social care projects and social enterprises across Northern Ireland. With over 300 staff and volunteers delivering services across Northern Ireland to support people at their point of need. Your new role You will work independently with a caseload of service users, building a relationship of trust and respect to achieve the best outcomes for your service users. You will provide them with the best advice and support to help them remain living independently in their own home. You will regularly meet your service users face to face either at their own home or a neutral venue to provide this support. You will act as an advocate for the service user and link with external agencies to get the right help and support they need. What we can offer you Please see attached job description and specification for further details We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Community Services Programme Worker, Level
Working as part of a small team, Community Services Programme Workers will undertake sessions on the annual community based programmes, as advertised. Please note
Social Care Worker
Social Care Worker Glenara Respite, Arklow Permanent Part-Time (20 per month) Make a Difference Every Day We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Social Care Worker to join our team in Glenara Respite, Arklow . This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a new respite service , supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities in a safe, welcoming and person-centred environment. About the Role You will support individuals to enjoy meaningful respite stays, promote independence, and help create a positive day-to-day experience for those using the service. What You’ll Bring Apply Now If you are passionate about making a real difference and want to be part of a service built around dignity, respect and quality support, we would love to hear from you.
Social Care Leader
Avista is a person-centred, rights-based organisation that is dedicated to improving the lives of children and adults with disabilities. We provide a wide range of services including Day, Residential and Respite supports to both children and adults in various locations across Dublin, Limerick and North Tipperary. Avista is looking for candidates who are committed to supporting people with Intellectual Disabilities and their families, in a person-centred, community based, socially inclusive manner in accordance with our core values and ethos and underpinned by quality, best practice and research. JOB ADVERTISEMENT APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION: SOCIAL CARE LEADER RESIDENTIAL SERVICES, ST ANNE’S NORTH TIPPERARY/SOUTH OFFALY PERMANENT, FULL TIME CONTRACT (39HPW) Salary: €56,915-66,465 LSI * *Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience and pro-rated for hours of work. Req: 98942 Essential: · QQI Level 7 (or higher) qualification in Social Care/Applied Social Studies or equivalent, the award must be considered eligible for CORU registration. · Up to date CORU registration or Confirmation of application for registration submitted to CORU. · Recognised management qualification FETAC/QQ1 Level 6 or equivalent- completed or to be enrolled in a recognised management course. · Full clean driving licence for manual vehicles and access to own vehicle. · Minium of three years’ experience in a relative sector. · Experience working within the area of intellectual Disability. · Proficiency in the English language. Desirable: · QQI Level 8 is desirable but applicants with level 7 degree who have relevant experience will be considered. The award must be considered eligible for CORU registration · Have experience of Person Centred planning. · Have a detailed knowledge of the HIQA standards / regulations and Health Act 2007, and the role of the person in charge. · Desire to support people to live their best lives. · Willingness to support persons to develop skills and competencies around identified areas of interest and learning. * Applicants should possess Level 2 behavioural competencies of Avista competency framework. Why work with us? Please submit a Cover letter and CV as application via our website careers section at: https://www.rezoomo.com/company/avista/ Informal enquiries to CNM3 office 086 8377941 Closing date for receipt of applications: 17.06.26 Avista reserves the right to close the competition early should a sufficient number of applications be received. “A panel may be formed from which current and future Full Time, Part Time, Permanent or Temporary vacancies across Avista may be filled.” Avista is a public body and subject to Freedom of Information and Data Protection Requests.
Social Care Worker
Social Care Worker Glenara Respite, Arklow Permanent Full-Time Make a Difference Every Day We are looking for compassionate and motivated Social Care Workers to join our team in Glenara Respite, Arklow . This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a new respite service , supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities in a safe, welcoming and person-centred environment. About the Role You will support individuals to enjoy meaningful respite stays, promote independence, and help create a positive day-to-day experience for those using the service. What You’ll Bring Apply Now If you are passionate about making a real difference and want to be part of a service built around dignity, respect and quality support, we would love to hear from you.
Support Worker
Support Worker (Care Assistant), Cashel/Cahir/Donohill, Co. Tipperary Come and work with one of Ireland’s best 150 Employers! Corlann South East are looking for bright, ambitious individuals who have a positive attitude towards working with people with an intellectual disability and who are committed to ensuring that our persons supported lead as fulfilling and enjoyable a life as possible. Please apply to be in consideration for the following healthcare vacancies with Boherduff Services (see attached for further details): Please see job description attached to this job listing on corlann.ie for further details including job requirements, duties, etc. Closing Date for receipt of completed Applications Forms/CVs online is 7th June 2026. Corlann is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Social Care Worker - Phibsboro
Social Care Workers – New Cabra Rd Residential 39 hours per week – P/T Permanent and Specific Purpose Contracts North Dublin 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. St.Michael’s House is committed to providing individualized supports to people so that they can enjoy experiences, opportunities and lifestyles similar to their peers. Vacancies now exist for Social Care Worker part-time permanent and specific purpose contracts in New Cabra Rd residential service Dublin. These positions will provide exciting opportunities for the successful candidate to develop their career by providing personal support services for adults with an intellectual disability. The core values of this service will be person centeredness, community inclusion and active participation with a strong emphasis on quality. Your role will involve supporting and promoting each individual’s independence as well as enhancing their personal capacities. The successful candidates will assist in supporting individuals to develop and maintain their skills and support engagement with activities in line with their interests. Key duties associated with the role: · Support each person to effectively communicate and to ensure they make informed decisions, exercise choice, control and autonomy in their life. · Contribute to and monitor outcomes for the person as identified in the personal planning processes. · Identify supports and work in partnership with the individual, their family and other supports as outlined within individual plans Essential Criteria for Applicants: · Previous experience of supporting individuals presenting with an Intellectual disability · Experience of promoting community inclusion and active participation. · Experience providing individuals with positive behaviour supports · Experience working with families, clinicians and other networks of support · Possess excellent communication skills · Have experience of implementing positive behaviour support programmes. · Have experience of a key working role, focusing on promoting independence and community integration. Essential Qualification required: The successful Social Care Worker candidates must have the following: 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 or be in the process of registration. o For a full list of approved qualifications, please see link here. Salary Scale: Successful candidates will be paid in line with June‘26 HSE revised consolidated Social Care Worker pay scale point 1; €41,260 – point 12 LSI; €57,789 per 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. Closing Date: Friday 19th June 2026 at 5pm Please note that a twelve month panel will be formed from this competition from which future vacancies may be filled. To Apply: Upload your CV and Cover Letter Informal enquiries or queries to Dympna Farrell at dympna.farrell@smh.ie St. Michael’s House is an equal opportunities employer
Youth & Community Engagement Worker
POSITION SUMMARY: The role of the Youth and Community Engagement Worker cuts across several aspects of Jigsaw’s work at local Service level including youth voice and engagement and youth mental health promotion in community and education settings. The role involves delivering a range of youth mental health promotion activities for young people, parents/guardians and those who work and volunteer with young people in settings where they live, learn, work and play. It also focuses on supporting Jigsaw’s youth advocates to participate and have their voice heard in the local Jigsaw Service and to influence decision-making across the organisation. Please note: This is a full time, permanent position based in our Waterford Service. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Youth voice and engagement:
Social Care Workers, Belcamp, Coolock Area
Social Care Worker – Riverside Residential Service - Service Area 2 • St. Michael’s House, Riverside Residential, Belcamp, Coolock, Dublin 17 • Full Time Permanent Contracts available • Social Care Worker pay scale (point 1; €40,851– point 14; €57,217 per annum based on working a 39-hour week). • Fluent English • Closing date: 19th June 2026 at 18:00 Who We Are St. Michael’s House provides a comprehensive range of services and supports to men, women, and children with disabilities and their families in 170 locations in the greater Dublin Area. It supports 1,953 people and this has an impact on thousands of family members. St. Michael’s House is a company funded by the Health Service Executive (HSE), TUSLA and the Department of Education and Skills. (Figures from 1st May 2021).St. Michael’s House supports include;Residential supports and Independent living Clinical supports Day supports Schools Respite supports and Vocational training services. Skills and attributes Salary Scale: Successful candidates will be paid in line with the February 2026 HSE revised consolidated Social Care Worker pay scale (point 1; €40,851 – point 12; €57,217 per 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 Social Care Worker with St. Michael’s House. · Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted. Informal enquires: Eleanor Symth – 086 084 0903 Closing Date: 19th June 2026 Candidates should note that canvassing will disqualify them. St. Michael’s House is an equal opportunities employer.
