Social Care Worker

Emerald Locums; Cork; On-site; EUR 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Full-time opportunities

Supportive multidisciplinary team

Ongoing professional development

Meaningful impact in adult services

Varied and rewarding caseload

Job summary

Emerald Nursing in Cork City is recruiting CORU-registered Social Care Workers for Adult Services. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established service supporting adults in a person-centred and community-focused environment.

We offer full-time or flexible opportunities within residential and community settings. Successful candidates will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to maximise independence, wellbeing, and quality of life.

Qualifications

• QQI Level 8 qualification in Social Care or a recognised equivalent.
• Current CORU registration as a Social Care Worker.
• Previous social care experience desirable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to person-centred care and safeguarding practices.
• Full driving licence desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred care and support.
• Support service users to achieve personal goals and maximise independence.
• Develop and implement individual care and support plans.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation.
• Work collaboratively with families, colleagues, and healthcare professionals.
• Promote the dignity, rights, safety, and wellbeing of service users.
• Ensure care is delivered in line with relevant policies, procedures, and professional standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Driving licence

Education

QQI Level 8 in Social Care

Job description

Adult Services

Emerald Nursing is currently recruiting CORU-registered Social Care Workers for Adult Services based in Cork. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established service supporting adults in a person-centred and community-focused environment.

We are seeking compassionate and motivated professionals looking for either full-time or flexible opportunities within residential and community settings. Successful candidates will work as part of a multidisciplinary team supporting service users to maximise their independence, wellbeing, and quality of life.

Location

Cork City, Cork

Expire Date

2026-11-30

Salary

€30 - €35 per hour

Job Ref

SOCIA81472_1793637238

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Full-time opportunities available
• Supportive multidisciplinary team environment
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in adult services
• Varied and rewarding caseload

Duties

• Provide high-quality, person-centred care and support
• Support service users to achieve personal goals and maximise independence
• Develop and implement individual care and support plans
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation
• Work collaboratively with families, colleagues, and healthcare professionals
• Promote the dignity, rights, safety, and wellbeing of service users
• Ensure care is delivered in line with relevant policies, procedures, and professional standards

Requirements

• QQI Level 8 qualification in Social Care or a recognised equivalent
• Current CORU registration as a Social Care Worker
• Previous social care experience desirable
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to person-centred care and safeguarding practices
• Full driving licence desirable