Social Care Worker

Permanent Opportunities with a Leading National Organisation
Location: North Co Dublin
Social Care Worker salary scale; point 1; €39,951 – point 12; €56,089 per annum (HSE Incremental Pay Scale)

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?

Orange recruitment are seeking experienced and dedicated Social Care Workers with a strong background in autism support. This organisation is renowned for its commitment to person-centred care, exceptional staff development, and creating meaningful outcomes for service users.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality, individualised support to adults with ASD, empowering them to live with dignity, independence, and choice
• Support adults with Autism in daily living, community participation, and personal development
• Implement tailored support plans that meet communication, sensory, and behavioural needs
• Foster a safe, secure environment that encourages growth and reduces anxiety
• Work collaboratively with families, allied professionals, and care teams
• Uphold best practice in safeguarding and rights-based care

Essential Qualifications & Requirements

• Authorised to work in Ireland
• CORU Registered or in process of registration
• Social Care Worker – Approved Qualifications – Approved by the Social Care Workers Registration Board
• A qualification received outside the State recognised by NARIC as equivalent to the Irish Level 7 award
• Fluent English required
• Experience in Positive Behaviour Support or similar approaches
• Proven experience supporting adults with Autism or neurodevelopmental conditions
• Strong communication skills, including the use of autism-friendly supports (e.g., visual aids, social stories)

Benefits

• Social Care Worker salary scale; point 1; €39,951 – point 12; €56,089 per annum (HSE Incremental Pay Scale)
• Premium Payments – Saturday Rates, Double time on Sunday, Unsocial pay rates applicable
• Permanent Full time and part time roles
• 39 Hours per week based on a roster system; Day and Night duty cover
• 24 Days annual leave pro rata
• Permanent pensionable position
• Sick Pay Scheme
• Paid Maternity Leave

Additional Benefits

• Individual training budgets for all staff identified with high potential internal candidates identified early and support for development programmes
• Additional Staff on shift
• Advance notice of roster
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Training / CPD
• Parking available

Why Apply through Orange?

• Career advice and support from experienced social care professionals
• 24 hour response time
• Constant communication
• Full onboarding assistance from start to finish
• Access to additional training
• Interview advice and preparation