Solis MMC Children’s Services was established in 2005 and provides responsive, quality services to children who are assessed by the HSE / Tusla as being in need.

We are opening a four-bed residential centre in north Dublin area, and we are now recruiting for the following positions.

Position: Support Worker

The role is to work as part of an experienced staff team to provide care for children and young people who are in need of a respite break.

Salary Scale: €30,000.00 - €35,000.00 (per 40-hour week)
€35,992.32 - €41,982.72 (Based on two 24-hour shifts weekly)

Benefits:

• Incremental Annual Salary
• Sick pay.
• Enhanced Annual Leave for Length of Service
• Company Pension Scheme
• Exceptional Induction and ongoing Training
• Financial Assistance towards Further Education
• Excellent Career Progression Opportunities
• Excellent Maternity Packages
• Company Social Events
• Centre Specific Team Building
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Hours: 40 Hours Per Week
Locations: North Dublin
Closing Date: Open Recruitment
Interview: Can be held within 24hrs of application .(Via Zoom, Teams or Face to Face)

Job Role (not limited to):

• The Rapid Access programme provides places for young people in the age range 13-17 years for up to 100 days, but there may be occasions when sibling groups in the age range 3-12 years may be accommodated. The role of the Support Worker therefore will to be adaptable, flexible and in accordance with the needs of the resident group at all times.
• The practice role will include supervision of young people, menu planning / cooking, general household upkeep, administrative and driving duties.

Applicants must have a minimum of a level 6 or above qualification

Successful candidates will have

Minimum Qualification

• FETAC credit in Care Skills at Level 6
• QQI accredited Level 6 Early Learning & Care
• QQI Level 6 Social Studies
• Or Equivalent

Minimum Experience

Two year working in a care setting

Requirements

• Have a full Driver’s Licence.
• Knowledge of Child Protection issues and relevant legislation.
• Be able to work in an occasionally challenging environment.
• Have a calm, welcoming and patient attitude.
• Be flexible to work on a staff rota.

Full Job description available from recruitment@solismmc.ie or submit a CV directly.