Social Care Worker

On behalf of our client within the healthcare sector, we are currently seeking experienced Social Care Workers to join a supportive care team in a new location setting. These roles are offered on long-term temporary contracts, with both full-time and part-time positions available.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development, implementation, and review of individual care plans, ensuring all records are accurately maintained.
• Promote and uphold the rights, dignity, privacy, and independence of individuals in care.
• Provide support for individuals’ physical, emotional, social, and personal wellbeing.
• Encourage and assist individuals to participate in appointments, education, training, and community-based activities.
• Support individuals with day-to-day administrative tasks and personal documentation where required.
• Liaise effectively with families, healthcare professionals, and relevant external services.
• Attend and actively participate in care planning and service delivery meetings.
• Facilitate meaningful activities that enhance personal development and quality of life.
• Implement organisational policies and procedures, including behaviour support plans where applicable.

Household Duties

• Assist with the preparation and provision of healthy, balanced meals.
• Support general housekeeping duties, including cleaning, tidying, and maintaining a safe and comfortable living environment.

Administration & Accountability

• Attend team meetings and provide updates to line management regarding service delivery.
• Maintain accurate written and verbal records relating to individual progress and care.
• Record and report incidents in line with organisational procedures.
• Follow emergency procedures appropriately when required.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team while also demonstrating initiative when working independently.
• Stay informed on relevant legislation, policies, and best practice standards.
• Participate in ongoing training, supervision, and professional development.
• Carry out additional duties as reasonably assigned by management.

Health & Safety

• Comply with all health and safety policies, procedures, and legislation.
• Promote and maintain a safe environment for service users, staff, and visitors.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and high standards of care delivery.

Skills & Requirements

Applicants must meet one of the following criteria:

• Be registered with CORU (Social Care Workers Register), or
• Hold a recognised Social Care qualification and have submitted a CORU registration application (evidence required).
• Hold a Bachelor of Arts (Applied) in Social Care Practice or an equivalent qualification.

In addition, candidates should demonstrate:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good organisational abilities.
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Job Type: Full-time / Part-time

Pay: €20.17-€27.59 per hour

Work Location: In person