Team Lead / Senior Social Care Worker - Meath, Wicklow, Louth

Talbot Group; Dublin; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A social care organization in Ireland is seeking a Team Leader / Senior Social Care Worker to provide person-centred care for individuals with disabilities. You will manage shifts, supervise staff, and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team. A Level 7 qualification in Social Care or related fields is essential, along with experience in similar settings. The organization promotes diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from all qualified individuals.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a residential, respite, or day service setting with individuals with an intellectual disability.
• Ability to manage a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and support through a person-centred approach.
• Assume management responsibilities in the absence of the Person In-Charge.
• Coordinate shift and supervise staff.

Education

Level 7 qualification in Social Care, Social Work, Youth Work, Teaching, Nursing, Childcare with Disability modules

Job description

The Talbot Group are welcoming applications for the position of Team Leader / Senior Social Care Worker based in Meath, Wicklow and Louth.

Purpose of Post

The primary objective of this post is to provide care and support through a person-centred approach which meets the practical, physical and emotional needs of service users, with an Intellectual Disability/ABI/Autism. To assist persons with a disability with residential, training and day service activities to achieve their highest level of functioning to maintain independence and/or to improve skills that will make them more independent.

The Team Lead / Senior Social Care Worker is part of the on floor duty team and will also be responsible for co-ordination of the shift whilst on duty and for the supervision of other staff under his/her direction. The Team Lead / Senior Social Care Worker will be required to work collaboratively as part of a MDT in service delivery to residents. They will report directly to the Person In-Charge. In the absence of the Person In-Charge, the Team Lead / Senior Social Care Worker may be required to deputise for the Person In-Charge and assume appropriate management responsibilities.

Essential Qualifications And Experience

• A qualification at Level 7 on the National Framework of Qualifications in Social Care, Social Work, Youth Work, Teaching, Nursing, Childcare with Disability modules (or other relevant discipline/qualification)
• Have sufficient experience of working in a residential, respite or day service setting with people with an intellectual disability so as to be able to discharge the full range of duties, functions, responsibilities and activities, required of the role.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience of managing a team

Diversity & Inclusion

At the Talbot Group we believe that diversity drives innovation and inclusion fuels success. We are committed to building a workplace that reflects the communities we serve, where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other dimension of diversity. We recognize that diverse perspectives strengthen our team and enhance our ability to create meaningful impact. The Talbot Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) and makes employment decisions based on merit, competence, and business needs. We are dedicated to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.

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