The Social Care Worker will be committed to delivering a high standard of service in line with the ethos and vision of BEAM Services.  They will undertake all daily activities & routines of the designated centre they are working in.  This includes direct support to service users, household tasks and administrative duties.

The Social Care worker is expected to have a high standard of social care practice which entails have the following up to date: Person Centred Plans, Medication Management, Risk Assessments, and any necessary documentation to support the residents.

The Social Care Worker will be involved as part of the team to ensure that each resident within the designated centre has an assessment of need completed and that these needs are reflected within their Person-Centred Plans.  They must be able to work on their own initiative, delegate tasks, be able to plan and organise daily activities and routines within the designated centre.

This role involves working shifts on a rostered basis and will include the following, day work, evening work, overnights, and weekends.

The Social Care Worker will need to be able to work as part of a team ensuring best practice service delivery in line with HIQA Standards & Regulations as well as ensuring a Person-Centred approach to service delivery.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills 

• A degree level 7 or 8 qualification in Social Care / Social Studies or equivalent field is a requirement for this position.
• CORU Registered or in process of being registered.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in the care and support of the adults with intellectual disabilities and a genuine interest in this area is required.
• A sound knowledge and proven ability to interpret and apply legislation such as The National Standards for Adults with Disabilities.      Excellent knowledge of HIQA standards.
• Applicants must have excellent communication skills & time management skills and be highly motivated.
• Excellent record keeping skills are required.
• Full Clean Irish Driving Licence required.

We Offer

• Salary linked to HSE (2023) SCW Salary Scales  €36,945 - €52,720 per annum pro rata.
• Bi-weekly Pay
• Continuing Professional Development
• Access to our Pension Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Free Parking