Empowering Social Care Worker - Disability Services

AA Euro Group; Cork; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

AA Euro Healthcare is recruiting a Social Care Worker in Cork City to join a disability services team on a permanent 30 hour per week contract. The role includes day, night shifts and sleepovers, working with a dedicated care team to support adults with disabilities to live as independently as possible while promoting choice, dignity, safety and quality of life.

You will provide person-centred support in residential and respite services, assisting with daily living, maintaining care plans, and

Qualifications

• Hold a minimum Level 7/8 qualification on the QQI Framework – BA in Social Care Studies.
• Be CORU registered or currently in the process of registration – evidence of registration/application required.
• Have previous experience supporting individuals with disabilities.
• Demonstrate a person-centred and compassionate approach.
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Have a good understanding of professional confidentiality and GDPR.
• Have knowledge of HIQA regulations and standards for disability services.
• Be flexible to work according to the needs of the service.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care and support to residents and respite service users.
• Assist with activities of daily living, including personal care.
• Support individuals to achieve their personal goals and maximise independence.
• Act as a Keyworker and contribute to individual care plans.
• Support safe medication management in line with policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate care records and documentation.
• Promote a safe, comfortable and homely environment.
• Record and report incidents and accidents appropriately.
• Work collaboratively with families, colleagues and healthcare professionals.
• Follow HIQA standards, safeguarding, infection prevention and health & safety requirements.
• Undertake shift‑leader responsibilities when required.

Job description

AA Euro Healthcare is recruiting a Social Care Worker in Cork City to join a disability services team on a permanent 30 hour per week contract. The role includes day, night shifts and sleepovers, working with a dedicated care team to support adults with disabilities to live as independently as possible while promoting choice, dignity, safety and quality of life.

You will provide person-centred support in residential and respite services, assisting with daily living, maintaining care plans, and