Have you an interest in making a positive impact to young people’s lives? Do you want to help improve outcomes for young people in care? Would you like to join an organisation committed to working with young people to ensure they achieve their potential? Odyssey Social Careare looking for energetic Social Care Leaders to join our New Residential Service for Separated Children Seeking International Protection based in Bagnelstown, Co. Carlow. Working to exceptional standards of care you will manage day to day operations and lead a team of Social Care Workers helping young people in care make positive changes in their daily lives. In your role you will act as the support and care worker to young people in the house, driving towards positive changes every single day. 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
Core Professional Training provided free of charge in a range of subjects
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
What you bring: A minimum Level 7 qualification in Social Care or a relevant and or related Qualification *Relevant alternative qualifications include:
Social work
Psychology (Level 8)
Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy
Counselling / Psychotherapy
Addiction Counselling
Youth & Community
Social Science
Family Support
Teaching (Not TEFL)
Nursing Studies
Disability Studies
Applied Behavioural Analysis
Applied Policing
Higher Certificate in Custodial Care (Irish Prison) or Equivalent
A full, clean, manual driving license, valid in Ireland.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Knowledge of the key elements of effective team working
Knowledge of the Irish National Standards in Children’s Residential Centres
Essential Experience: Minimum 2 years relevant experience which must include 2 years’ experience of working at social care grade with children/young persons. If this sounds like the job for you, we’d love to hear from you! “Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much” – Helen Keller #OCSCL Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: €38,650.00-€41,836.00 per year Schedule:
Day shift
Night shift
Weekend availability
Application question(s):
Are you eligible to work in Ireland?
Education:
Bachelor's (required)
Experience:
working at social care grade with children/young persons: 2 years (required)