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Social Care Worker

Odyssey Social Care-Avoca, Irlanda

Are you a Social Care Professional committed to making a positive impact on the lives of young people in care?

Would you like to join an organisation dedicated to helping young people achieve their potential?

Odyssey Social Care are seeking energetic Social Care Workers to join our Residential Service based in Avoca, Co. Wicklow. In your role you will act as the support and care worker to young people in the house, working towards achieving better outcomes for young people every day.
- "Our home is set an idyllic setting near Avoca in Co Wicklow. We provide a safe and homely environment where the needs of young people can be met. Young people in our care have opportunities to participate with staff in a range of outdoor activities which are on our door step. We always welcome new staff with new skills and interests to join our team"._

Job Type: Full Time - 48 hour contract

What we can offer you:

  • Attractive salary including full hourly rate for overnights
  • Length of Service Increments
  • A rostering system focused on ensuring a work/life balance
  • Paid while you attend fun activities and outings
  • Life Assurance (DIS)
  • Company Pension Scheme
  • Health Insurance Scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Education Assistance Grants
  • The best career progression opportunities in the sector
  • A clear and defined pathway to management
  • Team Building Activities
  • Company Social Events
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Refer a Friend Bonus Available
  • TaxSaver

'We value our staff' - for more information click on the company tab above for more information.

What you bring:
What you bring:
A Bachelor or MA/MSc in any of the following fields: Social Care; Applied Social Studies; Applied Social Studies in Social Care; Social Care Practice.

  • A full manual Irish driving licence
  • An ability to work with young people
  • A passion and commitment to make a difference in young person’s life
  • A commitment to continuous improvement
  • A willingness to be a positive role model as part of a care team

If you want to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you!
- “Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much” - Helen Keller_

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: €36,000.00-€38,968.00 per year

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Night shift
  • Weekend availability

Education:

  • Bachelor's (required)

Experience:

  • residential care: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

  • Full manual Irish driving licence (required)

Work Location: In person