Social Care Worker

3 weeks ago

Dublin, Dublin City, Ireland Daffodil Care Group Full time

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Client:

Daffodil Care Group

Location:

Wicklow, Ireland

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

6

Posted:

19.06.2025

Expiry Date:

03.08.2025

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Job Description:

Misty Croft, a company within the Daffodil Care Group, is hiring a Social Care Worker & Relief Social Care Workers for residential services for separated children seeking international protection. Our residential centres are based in Wicklow town and Ashford, Co. Wicklow.

Who we are -

Misty Croft was established to provide high-quality residential and ancillary services to young people seeking international protection. We are committed to working intensively with young people and support networks through a clearly identified model of care, where reflective practice is central to all engagements.

We promote the values of therapeutic child and youth care in a safe environment where the young person is at the centre of planning, activities, decision-making, interventions, and reviews.

Separated children seeking international protection are under 18, outside their country of origin, and may need international protection. They are often separated from their parents or legal/care givers and may have experienced significant trauma.

What we can offer you:

  • Attractive starting salary for full-time Social Care Workers of €44,187 - €47,412 per annum (depending on experience)
  • Inclusive of sleeping time and premiums
  • Incremental salary scale
  • Schedule of 2 x 24-hour shifts per week

Qualifications & Experience

Applicants with social care qualifications from Level 7 or 8 achieved in Ireland or internationally are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications (degree) or above in one of the following:

  • QQI Level 8 in Psychology
  • QQI Level 7 or Professional Practice Qualification in Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy
  • QQI Level 7 or Professional Practice Qualification in Counselling / Psychotherapy
  • QQI Level 7 or Professional Practice Qualification in Addiction Counselling
  • QQI Level 7 in Youth and Community or similar
  • QQI Level 7 in Social Science / Social Studies
  • QQI Level 7 in Family Support
  • Professional Qualification in Teaching (excluding TEFL)
  • Professional Qualification in Nursing Studies
  • QQI Level 7 in Disability Studies
  • QQI Level 7 in Applied Behavioural Analysis
  • QQI Level 7 in Early Years Care (for centres catering to children under 12)
  • BA in Applied Policing or equivalent
  • Higher Certificate in Custodial Care (Irish Prison Service) or equivalent

Or

  • QQI Level 6 qualification with at least 2 years' experience working with children and young people in social care settings

Other requirements include:

  • Knowledge of child safeguarding and reporting responsibilities
  • Knowledge of relevant legislation and standards for children's residential centres
  • Good report writing skills
  • Experience working with culturally diverse backgrounds is an advantage

A full Irish driving license is mandatory for this role.

We focus on professional and personal development, investing significantly in our team members to enhance outcomes for our service users.

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