Social Care Assistant Residential Service Foxford, Co. Mayo

Social Care Assistant Ceol na hAbhainn Residential Service, Foxford, Co. Mayo

Post Details: Permanent 28.75 hours per week + sleep in's. Reference Number: 2026-119

Job Brief We are seeking dedicated, motivated and reliable Social Care Assistants to join our organisation. In this role, you will support individuals to live meaningful and fulfilling lives in a safe, inclusive and respectful environment. You will work alongside individuals, their families and multidisciplinary teams to promote independence, equality and help achieve their personal goals. This role also involves advocating for individuals' needs, preferences and rights, and contributing to the development and implementation of Individual Plans.

Responsibilities

Contribute to and actively participate in the local service planning process, supporting the creative development and responding to the ongoing and changing needs of the service.

Provide personal care and practical support to individuals as required.

Ensure a safe and respectful workplace, adhering to the organisation's Dignity at Work Policy and all Health&Safety requirements.

Promote safety in all environments in line with the Association's practices and guidelines.

Use positive and proactive approaches to support individuals who may present challenging behaviours, consistent with organisational policies and best practice.

Advocate for individuals' needs, preferences and rights.

Support the development and implementation of Individual Plans.

Collaborate with families and multidisciplinary teams to promote independence.

Qualifications

Genuine commitment to supporting individuals in achieving positive opportunities and meaningful change in their lives.

Experience working in a person and family‑centered manner.

Strong understanding and appreciation of equality, inclusion and quality of life for all individuals.

Ability to listen, understand and respectfully advocate for individuals.

Enthusiasm and dedication to upholding the ethos and values of the service.

Experience in facilitating and supporting people with high and/or complex needs.

Excellent communication skills with a collaborative approach to teamwork.

Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to be innovative and creative in service responses.

Experience in leadership or supervisory responsibilities.

Experience supporting service development or quality improvement initiatives.

Self‑motivated with effective time‑management skills.

Understanding of budget awareness and financial accountability in service settings.

Working knowledge of New Directions standards (Day Services).

Working knowledge of HIQA standards and regulations preferred.

Willingness to demonstrate flexibility to meet service demands as required.

Good knowledge of IT systems and applications is preferred.

Additional Requirements

Full driver's licence is essential.

All applicants will be subject to Irish Garda Vetting and reference checks.

Applicants from countries outside the EU must provide relevant work authorisation to take up employment in the Republic of Ireland.

Applicants who have lived outside the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland for more than six months since the age of 16 will be required to provide Overseas Police Clearance.

Salary Social Care Assistant Pay Scale (€32,542 to €45,161 per annum; hourly rate €15.99 to €22.19 ) based on full‑time working hours (i.e., 39 hours per week).

Employment Benefits

Competitive salary in line with Department of Health consolidated scales.

Premium payments, including anti‑social hours payments on residential rosters.

Pension and Life Insurance Scheme.

Generous Annual Leave often exceeding statutory entitlement.

Dedicated learning and opportunities for career progression.

Flexible working arrangements where feasible.

Comprehensive induction process.

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) which includes counselling support.

Bike‑to‑Work Scheme.

Sick pay scheme.

Health Requirements Applicants must be fully competent and capable of performing the duties of this role and be in a state of health that indicates a reasonable prospect of providing regular, reliable and efficient service.

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