Social Care Worker
Location: Kildare
Service Type: Residential - Adults Disabilities
Contract Type: Permanent Full time/Part time
Social Care Worker salary scale; point 1; €36,379 - point 12; €52,445 per annum
Role Purpose
As a Social Care Worker, you will provide high-quality, person-centred support in residential settings. You will empower service users to develop independence, social inclusion, and meaningful daily living skills. This role combines direct support work, instructional activities, and care provision to ensure individuals reach their full potential.
Key Responsibilities
Direct Support & Care
Provide day-to-day support to individuals in residential and/or day service settings.
Assist with personal care, daily living tasks, and emotional support as required.
Promote independence, dignity, and choice in all aspects of care.
Plan and deliver structured learning, recreational, and life skills activities.
Support service users in developing social, communication, vocational, and personal skills.
Adapt activities to meet individual needs and abilities.
Facilitate community participation, outings, and educational opportunities.
Encourage engagement in hobbies, sports, creative arts, and work-related programmes.
Maintain a safe, inclusive, and stimulating environment.
Work within a homely, therapeutic environment, supporting residents in their daily routines.
Support meal preparation, household tasks, and community integration.
Ensure consistent care across all shifts, including evenings, weekends, and sleepovers where required.
Essential Requirements
Level 7 degree in Social Care (or equivalent recognised qualification).
Experience in disability, day service, or residential care settings.
Knowledge of HIQA regulations and person-centred practice.
Full clean driving licence and access to own transport.
Authorised to work in Ireland
CORU Registered or in process of registration
Benefits
Premium Payments - Saturday Rates, Double time on Sunday, Unsocial pay rates applicable
Permanent Full time
22 Days annual leave
40 Hours per week based on a roster system; Day and Night duty cover
Pay scales
Paid annual leave
Death in Service Benefit
Paid travel expenses
Additional Benefits
Additional Staff on shift
Advance notice of roster
Cycle to Work Scheme
Parking available
Career progression opportunities
Work/life balance
Refer a friend scheme
Employee Assist Programme offering advice and counselling
Paid mandatory training
Skills
Community Social Care Worker
Residential Social Care Worker
Caring Social Care Worker
Professional Social Care Worker
Personal Social CareWorker
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