Residential Care Worker
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children? Do you thrive in a dynamic and supportive work environment? We have the perfect opportunity for you! Join our team at Ashdale Care (Ireland), on our journey to transform the lives of young people with complex, emotional and behavioural needs.
No two days are the same here in Ashdale Care, this job description is designed to be flexible and adaptable, providing guiding principles for the work rather than strict limitations. It will undergo periodic review to ensure alignment with evolving organizational needs.
Job Purpose
You will be part of a unique team who will work together to facilitate excellent practice and be part of rebuilding children’s lives. Our vision is for every young person who lives with us to experience a safe, happy and nurturing present and a future that is filled with hope and optimism.
About The Role
- Support shifts: 8- 10 hour shift e.g. 10am-8pm or 12pm-10am.
- 18 hour Sleep in shift (Late Early, 18hr): Start at 10am-12am. Sleep in the home 12am-7am. Finishing the shift 7am-11am. Paid a separate hourly rate for the sleep in hours in addition to your contracted hours.
Required Criteria
- Ability to work in regulated activity, care for and supervise young persons
- Full clean driving license
- Flexible – willing and able to adapt to changing circumstances, shift patterns and expectations
- Level 7 qualification (degree) or above in one of the following: Social Care Social Work Health and Social Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy Youth & Community Teaching Nursing Social Science Addiction Counselling Counselling / Psychotherapy Family Support Disability Studies Applied Behavioural Analysis Early Years Care
Desired Criteria
- Level 8 qualification (Honours degree) or above in Psychology
Skills Needed
About The Company
Ashdale Care is the leading provider of enhanced and specialised therapeutic residential care for children and young people in Ireland. We care for young people with complex emotional and behavioural needs who cannot be adequately cared for in a mainstream setting.
For over 20 years our focus has always been ‘putting the child first’. Our child-centric ethos consists of compassionate and industry-leading therapeutic care. This is delivered by a skilled in-house team which includes therapists, psychologists, teachers and creative art therapists for the most comprehensive support possible.
We provide a range of essential services for children and young people such as sensory integration, therapy, outdoor activities, education and so much more.
Company Culture
Our core goal is to allow children to create relationships, develop life skills and give them a safe place to grow.
We define ourselves by the care we give to everybody at Ashdale Care. We provide an abundance of training opportunities to all those on the Ashdale Care team. You will have every opportunity to grow in your role, and we reward and recognise hard work and dedication through career progression.
Our commitment to transforming lives is a mission that our team members contribute to daily and a role they are fully supported in.
Company Benefits
Join Our Community
As a new team member, you'll be part of an organisation that values your growth and well-being.
We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment, exceptional training opportunities, progressive career pathways and a host of attractive salary packages.
Vacation, Paid time off, Paid sick days, Retirement plan and/or pension, Flexible schedule, Employee development programs, Gym membership or wellness programs, Free parking, Open office, Competitive salary, Employee Assistance Scheme, Wellbeing Scheme, Work With Charities, Social Opportunities, Annual Rise, Employee Recognition Scheme
Salary
€41,000.00 per year