Aftercare Support Worker

Emerald Care RCS Limited; Kildare; On-site; EUR 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-funded training

Career progression

HSF Health Plan

Weekly salaries

Job summary

Emerald Care is opening a new Aftercare Service in Naas, Co. Kildare.

We are recruiting Residential / Social Care Workers and Support Workers to support young adults aged 18-23 as they transition from care to independent living. You will provide practical, emotional and social support to help young adults build confidence, develop life skills and achieve personal goals within a new service from the ground up.

Qualifications

• Qualification in Social Care or related field is required.
• CORU registration is acceptable.
• Knowledge of Children First and the National Aftercare Policy is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical, emotional and social support to young adults aged 18-23.
• Promote independence through life-skills development (budgeting, cooking, tenancy skills).
• Support access to education, training, employment and community activities.
• Contribute to Aftercare Plans and provide updates to management and professionals.
• Maintain records and communicate within the team.
• Uphold safeguarding and professional boundaries; participate in supervision and training.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Reliability

Resilience

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Patience

Education

QQI Level 7 in Social Care

CORU registration

Related field qualification

Job description

Emerald Care is opening a new Aftercare Service in Naas, Co. Kildare in the upcoming months. We are now recruiting Residential / Social Care Workers and Support Workers to support young adults aged 18-23 as they transition from care to independent living. As part of our Aftercare Team, you will provide practical, emotional and social support that helps young adults build confidence, develop life skills and achieve their personal goals. This is a unique opportunity to help shape a new service from the ground up.

What You’ll Do

• Provide practical, emotional and social support to young adults.
• Promote independence through life‑skills development (budgeting, cooking, organisation, tenancy skills).
• Support access to education, training, employment and community activities.
• Contribute to Aftercare Plans and provide updates to management and relevant professionals.
• Maintain clear records and communicate effectively within the team.
• Uphold safeguarding, safety procedures and professional boundaries.
• Participate in supervision, reflective practice and ongoing training.

What We’re Looking For

• Empathy, patience and strong communication skills.
• Reliability, resilience and good judgement.
• A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young adults.
• The ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations.
• A positive and collaborative approach to teamwork.

Essential Requirements

• Applicants must have either: A recognised QQI Level 7 qualification (or higher) in Social Care or a related field such as Psychology, Social Work, Youth & Community Work, Early Years Care, Counselling/Psychotherapy, Nursing, Education, Disability Studies or similar.
• OR A recognised qualification from the Support Worker pathway, including: QQI/HETAC Diplomas in Childcare, Social Care, Applied Social Studies, Disability Studies, Healthcare Support (QQI Level 5 Major Award) or Pre-Nursing Studies.
• OR CORU registration.
• And the requisite knowledge, ability, suitability and professional standards for the role.

Candidates Should Also Demonstrate

• Knowledge of Childrens First, the National Aftercare Policy and relevant legislation.
• Strong professional values and trauma‑informed practice.
• The ability to work flexibly as part of a residential care rota.

Why Join Emerald Care?

At Emerald Care, we are committed to providing high‑quality, relationship‑based care for Children in Care & Young Adults, while supporting our staff to grow and succeed in their careers.

We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Employer‑funded training and professional development.
• Opportunities for career progression.
• Access to HSF Health Plan (upon passing probation).
• Weekly salaries.
• Salary from €16.00 depending on qualifications, experience and/or CORU registration.

All appointments are subject to

• Garda Vetting.
• Reference checks.
• Verification of qualifications.

If you are passionate about supporting young people and want to be part of a service that values care, compassion and professional excellence, we would love to hear from you. TPBN1_IJ