Social Care Worker

SeeMeHired.com; Drogheda; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Rainbow Community Services in Ireland is seeking a compassionate Social Care Worker to join our residential centre. You will work directly with young people, implement care plans, provide guidance, and help create a safe, nurturing home.

You will collaborate with therapists and case managers to deliver holistic care, develop crisis intervention and communication skills, and support vulnerable youth towards resilience and a brighter future.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years full-time relevant experience in social care, working with children and young people in mainstream care.
• A Bachelor's degree is required.
• Must hold a QQI Level 7 in Social Science / Social Studies / Social Care, or a related field such as Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy, Counselling, Addiction Counselling, Youth and Community, Family Support, or Applied Policing.
• Must hold a QQI Level 7 in Social Science, Social Care, Psychotherapy, Counselling, Youth and Community, Family Support, or a related discipline.
• Must be registered with CORU or in the process of registration.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must hold a Bachelor's degree.
• Must be registered with CORU or have an application in process.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with young people, providing support, guidance, and stability.
• Implement individual care plans and engage in therapeutic activities.
• Foster a positive, safe home environment and collaborate with a team of professionals.
• Coordinate with therapists and case managers to ensure holistic care for each resident.
• Develop skills in crisis intervention, therapeutic communication, and care planning.

Skills

Crisis Management

Team Leadership

Mentoring

Problem Solving

Regulatory Compliance

Emotional Intelligence

Communication

Planning and Organising

Empathy

Providing Care

Education

Bachelor's degree

QQI Level 7 in Social Science

QQI Level 7 in Social Care or related discipline

CORU registration

Job description

Social Care Worker

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people? We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Social Care Worker to join our team. In this vital role, you will be instrumental in creating and maintaining a safe, stable, and nurturing environment for the young individuals in our residential centre.

Your primary focus will be to ensure comprehensive Care and Placement Plans are meticulously implemented and monitored, always advocating for the rights and responsibilities of each young person. A strong understanding of the National Standards for Children's Residential Centres is essential to upholding our commitment to excellence.

This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to be a positive influence and a source of stability for vulnerable youth. If you are a self-motivated team player with outstanding communication skills and a required Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, we encourage you to apply and become part of a supportive organisation dedicated to quality care.

About the role

As a Social Care Worker, your day-to-day will be dynamic and deeply rewarding. You'll work directly with young people, providing support, guidance, and stability. This involves implementing individual care plans, engaging in therapeutic activities, and fostering a positive, safe home environment. You'll collaborate closely with a dedicated team of professionals, including therapists and case managers, to ensure a holistic approach to care for each resident.

This role offers significant growth opportunities, especially as our organisation expands with new centres. You'll develop advanced skills in crisis intervention, therapeutic communication, and care planning. What makes this role truly interesting is the profound impact you have, helping young people build resilience, self-esteem, and a brighter future. It’s a chance to be a mentor, an advocate, and a key part of their journey.

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About the company

Who We Are

Rainbow Community Services is an independent and private organisation that was established in 2005, and provides a range of residential services to young people aged 12-19 years.

Our ethos of care is underpinned by the core values of respect for our clients, partnership, empowerment, holistic development and solution focused interventions.

The Child Care Act 1991 requires TUSLA to provide care for a child by placing him or her in residential or foster care. Rainbow has been sub contracted by TUSLA and is in a contractually binding agreement to provide / complement the existing community based residential services operated by TUSLA.

Required Criteria

• Minimum of 3 years full-time relevant experience in social care, working with children and young people in mainstream care.
• A Bachelor's degree is required.
• Must hold a QQI Level 7 in Social Science / Social Studies / Social Care, or a related field such as Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy, Counselling, Addiction Counselling, Youth and Community, Family Support, or Applied Policing.
• Must hold a QQI Level 7 in Social Science, Social Care, Psychotherapy, Counselling, Youth and Community, Family Support, or a related discipline.
• Must be registered with CORU or in the process of registration.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must hold a Bachelor's degree.
• Must be registered with CORU or have an application in process.

Desired Criteria

• 1 year of experience in a social care setting.
• A full, valid driving licence.

Skills you'll need

• Crisis Management
• Leading Teams
• Mentoring & Coaching
• Problem Solving
• Regulatory Compliance
• Team Management
• Emotional Intelligence
• Initiative
• Motivation
• Verbal and Written Skills
• Building Relationships
• Legislation Compliance
• Teamwork
• Leadership
• Communication
• Planning and Organising
• Self Management
• Providing Care
• Empathy
• Experience working with vulnerable people
• Providing personal care