Respite Social Care Worker: Children & Adults

Rezoomo; Cork; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizons - Cope Foundation in Cork communities seeks an experienced Social Care Worker for children’s and adult respite services. You will support operations, coordinate care plans, and work with families and multidisciplinary teams to deliver person-centred care in a safe environment.

Role requires registration eligibility with CORU or holding a relevant qualification, and experience with intellectual disabilities or autism. Competitive salary scales and equal opportunity employer status apply.

Qualifications

• Holding professional registration or eligibility to register with CORU.
• Relevant social care qualification recognized for registration.
• Experience with children/adults with intellectual disability or autism valued.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care to children and adults with disabilities and autism.
• Assist management with day-to-day operations, including staff supervision.
• Develop and implement individual support plans / short breaks for each client.
• Support positive behaviour plans for respite attendees as needed.
• Foster strong relationships with families, children, and staff.
• Support recreational, social and therapeutic activities promoting development and inclusion.
• Ensure safeguarding and HIQA standards compliance and contribute to training.

Skills

IT Skills

Communication skills

Education

CORU registration eligibility

Social Care qualification

Job description

Horizons - Cope Foundation in Cork communities seeks an experienced Social Care Worker for children’s and adult respite services. You will support operations, coordinate care plans, and work with families and multidisciplinary teams to deliver person-centred care in a safe environment.

Role requires registration eligibility with CORU or holding a relevant qualification, and experience with intellectual disabilities or autism. Competitive salary scales and equal opportunity employer status apply.