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Social Care Worker/ Autism Practitioner -South Dublin-Permanent

Join Our Team at Gheel Autism Services - South Dublin Residential Services
Social Care Worker / Autism Practitioner –Permanent Contract, Full-Time

• Location: South Dublin - Residential Roster
• Salary: €35,216 - €50,954 + Premium Payments up to €12,000/year
• Upcoming Salary Increases: Sector-wide agreement with a 9.25% increase over the next two years
• Driving Licence: Full, clean manual licence required

Be Part of a New Team
The Community Support Team (CST) focuses on building a trusting, non-judgmental relationship with the individual. In this role, you will work in partnership with the person to promote increased autonomy and agency over their life. This is a new team within our South Dublin residential supports. This is an excellent opportunity for social care professionals to join a well-established organisation while contributing to a fresh and collaborative team environment.

Who We Are
At Gheel Autism Services, we are dedicated to supporting individuals with autism through their life journey. Our mission is to enable people to have fulfilling life experiences while promoting autonomy and empowering them to make their own choices. Our services include day and vocational opportunities, outreach support, and various supported living options.
We take a strengths-based approach, tailoring personalised plans to meet each individual’s unique needs. Our team is committed to fostering independence, social inclusion, and overall well-being, ensuring that each person achieves outcomes that are meaningful to them.

Why Join Us?

As part of the Gheel team, you will receive:

• Professional Growth: Training, career progression, and education support.
• Wellbeing Support: Employee Assistance Programme, reflective practice, and supportive supervision.
• Annual Leave: Up to 27 days, plus various leave types such as paid maternity and paternity leave (dependant on service).
• Financial Benefits: Competitive salary, annual increments, pension (7% employer contribution).
• Travel & Discounts: Bike-to-Work, commuter tickets, and an employee discount scheme.

About the Role
We are currently seeking Social Care Workers / Autism Practitioners to join our Community Support Services team in South Dublin. These roles include a sleepover shifts as part of the weekly rota (Monday to Sunday).

The individuals we support live independently in their own homes across the community and enjoy engaging in local activities, events, and social outings. As a member of our team, you’ll play a key role in enabling meaningful inclusion and promoting independence.

What we’re Looking For:

• Creative, innovative, proactive, and person-centred approach to service delivery
• Strong ability to work independently and as part of a team

You will be expected to produce, implement and evaluate practical resources to support a person with Autism’s communication and thinking, alongside assessment documentation for social, health and personal development. Staff will also maintain a comprehensive understanding of the working file/support plan and supporting tools ensuring that details collated are of value and then utilised to support and develop progress plans.

It is a priority for the people you will be supporting that you maximise their opportunities to live a life that is reflective of their values. It is critical to think about dignity pathways from the person receiving support perspective.

The CST services can be provided at the place of residence of the individual, or in the community, with the individual commuting to the sessional supports depending on the individual’s will and preference. Building rapport and establishing a trusting relationship between the CST and the individual is central to fostering a collaborative alliance.

The CST works in partnership and alliance with the individual to build a quality support framework. This team acknowledges that each person is best placed to direct their own support in a way that pays reverence to the person’s rights, dignity and decision-making capacity.

The CST plays a key role in supporting the person to build their supportive network, promoting active citizenship, embracing diversity, and promoting neuroinclusive opportunities aligned to the individual’s will and preference.

Essential Qualifications:

• Level 7 qualification in Social Care/Studies from an accredited institution, OR
• A recognised qualification equivalent to the Irish Level 7 award (NARIC), OR
• Relevant third-level degree in social work, psychology, or allied health, OR
• Post-graduate qualification in Autism Studies.

Essential Criteria:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report writing.
• At least one year of recent experience in a similar role.
• Ability to promote independence in individuals with support needs.
• A full, clean driving licence.
• A thorough understanding of HIQA regulations.
• Eligibility for CORU Registration.

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience supporting individuals with ASD and knowledge of autism.
• Experience in case management.

Gheel Autism Services CLG is proud to be an inclusive employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure a fair and accessible recruitment process for individuals with disabilities. If you require any adjustments or support to participate fully in any stage of the process, please contact us at recruitment@gheel.ie.

Ready to Apply?
To join our team, submit your cover letter and up-to-date CV. Applications will be shortlisted based on the evidence provided. The application deadline is Friday 5th of September, at 5 PM, with interviews scheduled shortly after. Garda Vetting & reference checks are required, and late applications will not be accepted.

Be Part of Our Vision
Join Gheel Autism Services and help create a culture of inclusive, independence-focused support. Together, we can empower individuals to live fulfilling lives and achieve their dreams. Apply today to make a difference!

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: PRN 192 & 197