About Us
Stewarts Care is a long-established voluntary organisation, funded by the HSE under Section 38. We support people with intellectual disabilities through residential care, day services, independent living, job advocacy, and vocational training.
Purpose of the Post
Reporting to Director of Care, Resident Services, the Care Staff will be on a Permanent contract enhance the lives of the Residents. To this aim Care Staff must work effectively with all staff directly involved with the residents of Stewarts Care.
Experience and Qualifications
- QQI Level 5 (Healthcare Support) or SKILL-VEC Level 5 or equivalent is desirable.
- One years’ experience working in the area of disability is preferable.
- Excellent Communication Skills.
- Knowledge of HIQA, the Health Act 2007- 2013, Progressing Disability Services for children and young people, New Directions & Mental Health in Intellectual disability.
- Flexibility to work in all areas of Resident Services.
- Creativity (e.g., in using community resources, problem solving, supporting service user needs).
- Professional, accountable, good planning and time management skills.
Benefits and Perks
- Financial: Public sector pay & pension, sick pay scheme, VHI group insurance scheme, Hospital Saturday Fund, Health Services Credit Union.
- Career Development: Education and CPD support, progression and development opportunities.
- Family & Lifestyle: Enhanced parental leave benefits, Cycle to Work scheme.
- Health & Wellbeing: Free online GP, Employee Assistance Programme, discounted onsite leisure centre (gym and pool), subsidised onsite canteen.
Note: Certain benefits are available following successful completion of the probation period.
Shift Patterns currently available
- Monday – Wednesday 8am – 2pm
- Monday - Wednesday 2pm – 8pm
- Thursday – Saturday 8am – 3pm
- Thursday – Saturday 2pm – 8pm
Salary: In line with the Department of Health consolidated pay scales, the current salary scale is Care Assistant (Disability Services), €34,036 – €47,454 per annum pro-rata (including LSI).
Stewarts Care is an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.
Applicants who require assistance or reasonable accommodations at any stage of the application or interview process may contact recruitment@stewartscare.ie in confidence.
Reference: Ref SC005
For more details, see the job description in the Additional Information section below.
