St. Michael’s House provides a comprehensive range of services and supports to men, women, and children with disabilities and their families in 170 locations in the greater Dublin Area. It supports 1,953 people and this has an impact on thousands of family members. St. Michael’s House is a company funded by the Health Service Executive (HSE), TUSLA and the Department of Education and Skills. (Figures from 1st May 2021). St. Michael’s House supports include; Residential supports and Independent

Skills and attributes

Experience and interest in supporting people with intellectual disabilities
Good Communication and Team work skills
Have good knowledge of HIQA regulations

Description

Social Care Worker Day and Residential Services

Full Time and Part Time Permanent Contracts Available

St. Michael's House is a community based organisation committed to providing a quality person centred service and high standard of living to people with an intellectual disability in the greater Dublin area.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with a skilled and responsive staff team to deliver a high quality service for three young people. Working closely with the Social Care Leader, multi disciplinary team and families, the key task is to provide positive behaviour and person centred supports to ensure a good quality of life for these three young people.

Benefits of working in St Michael's House

HSE Pay Scale (incremental*)

Premium Payments (Frontline staff)

Sick Pay Scheme

Paid Maternity Leave

Pension

Cycle to Work Scheme

Generous Annual Leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Training / CPD

Career Progression

Essential Criteria for Applicants

Previous experience of supporting individuals with intellectual disability.

Have experience of working as part of a team.

Experience implementing positive behaviour support plans

Have experience of a key working role focusing on promoting independence and community integration.

Excellent communication skills.

A full clean driver’s licence and be willing to drive as part of your role.

Eligible to work in Ireland

Essential Qualifications Required:

QQI Level 7 Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Studies (Disability) - Open Training College

Level 7 award in Social Care/Studies delivered by TUD, Institute of Technology, DIT or National University of Ireland

CORU Registration

Salary Scale: Successful candidates will be paid in line with the June 2026 HSE revised consolidated Social Care Worker pay scale (point 1; €41,260– point 12; €57,789 per annum based on working a 39 hour week). Should you have no prior public sector experience you will be placed on point 1 of the pay-scale above.

To apply: please provide us with an up to date CV with no gaps and a cover letter to https://www.rezoomo.com

A comprehensive CV, detailing education, skills, career history, experience.

2. A short cover letter/personal statement (i.e., no more than 2 pages) outlining why you wish to be considered for the post and where you believe your skills, experience and values meet the requirements of the position Social Care Worker with St. Michael’s House.

Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

Closing Date: August 04th 2026 at 5pm

Candidates should note that canvassing will disqualify them.

St. Michael’s House is an equal opportunities employer.

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