National Childcare Residential Services (NCRS) current positions available:

Social Care Workers/ Relief Workers

Are you interested in becoming part of an established mainstream residential care team, where you will be recognised as a valued member of the care team, working as part of a dynamic team in a creative, positive and supported environment in order to enhance the lives of young people.

Our model of Care is a relationship-based approach that is underpinned by the theoretic methodology of Cornell University’s Therapeutic Crisis Intervention system, and further supported by attachment theories. We look at the attachment difficulties/disorders and trauma young people have endured throughout their lives and how these experiences may affect their progress moving forward, our approach is inclusive of the young people, in creating positive changes in their lives.

We are located on the boarder of Kildare/ Meath, (approx. 15 min from Liffey Valley). The centre is a large 6 six bed bungalow which is situated on 5.6 acres of land and is ideally suited to promote young people’s hobbies and interests. NCRS is a national organisation that caters for the needs of both males and females aged 13 to 17 years on admission since 2008. Our ethos is under- pinned by empowerment, partnership, respect and education through a relationship based approach.

NCRS offer a wide range of interventions and programmes specifically tailored to incorporate the individualised needs of young people. We aim to empower the young people to develop coping strategies and life skills in order for them to make appropriate life choices which will further enhance their ability to relate and communicate within society. We recognise that young people’s lives continue after they leave any care placement, therefore NCRS are committed to providing additional support through outreach.

• We provide a variety of training in house and externally in order to insure that the care team are fully equipped to meet the needs of the young people
• Financial support for professional development
• Cycle to work scheme
• Bank of Ireland Pension scheme
• We offer the opportunity for professional progression within the service
• Fun based team activities to promote positive relationships
• Excellent pay scales with increments
• Premiums paid for Sundays and Bank Holidays
• On-site gym
• Access to the 3 Arena Premium Club
• Large Signing on Fee and Refer a Friend Bonus

NCRS are currently recruiting for Social Care Workers/ Relief Social Care Workers to work within our service in Enfield, Meath.

Successful candidates must have the following:
(Only candidates who meet the criteria will be contacted) 

• Recognised qualification in social care (level 7) or other related fields
• Full driving license
• 4th Year Students welcome to apply

Please submit a cover letter and current CV to; ncrsjobs@eircom.net
Closing date for receipt of applications is 5pm, 22nd November 2024.