Social Care Worker

Wallace Myers International; Dublin; On-site; EUR 39,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Ongoing training and professional dev.

Supportive team environment

Career development within a national·

Job summary

Wallace Myers International in County Dublin is seeking a dedicated Social Care Worker to join our residential services team supporting adults with intellectual disabilities, autism and complex needs. This permanent role offers 40 hours per week, with day and night shifts.

You will implement person-centred support plans, advocate for rights and wellbeing, and work with families and professionals to deliver positive outcomes.

Qualifications

• Level 7 QQI qualification in Social Care or related discipline.
• CORU registration or in progress.
• Minimum 1 year's experience supporting vulnerable adults or individuals with intellectual disabilities.
• Knowledge of current policies, legislation and best practice within disability and social care services.
• Ability to develop, implement and review individual support plans.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient IT skills: MS Office, SharePoint, OneDrive, MS Teams.
• Full driving license and access to own transport.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in daily living while promoting independence and choice.
• Implement and contribute to person-centred support plans.
• Foster a safe, inclusive and respectful environment.
• Advocate for the rights, dignity and wellbeing of those supported.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families and external professionals to achieve positive outcomes.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

IT proficiency

Education

QQI Level 7 in Social Care

CORU registration

Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

OneDrive

MS Teams

Job description

Social Care Worker - Residential Services

Location: Co. Dublin
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full-Type (40 hours per week, Monday to Sunday, including day and night shifts)
Salary: €39,088 - €56,349 per annum

Are you passionate about supporting individuals to live fulfilling, independent lives? We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Social Care Workers to join a person-centred residential service supporting adults with intellectual disabilities, autism and complex support needs.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a committed and supportive team within a leading national disability service provider. You will play a key role in empowering individuals to achieve their goals, participate in their communities, and enjoy meaningful life experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Support individuals in all aspects of daily living while promoting independence and choice.
• Implement and contribute to person-centred support plans.
• Foster a safe, inclusive and respectful environment.
• Advocate for the rights, dignity and wellbeing of those supported.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families and external professionals to achieve positive outcomes.

Requirements

• A minimum Level 7 qualification on the QQI Framework in Social Care, Social Studies, Health & Social Care, or a related discipline.
• CORU registration, or proof that registration is currently in progress (essential).
• Minimum 1 year's experience supporting vulnerable adults or individuals with intellectual disabilities.
• Knowledge of current policies, legislation and best practice within disability and social care services.
• Ability to develop, implement and review individual support plans.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good IT proficiency, including Microsoft Office, SharePoint, OneDrive and MS Teams.
• Full clean driver's licence and access to your own transport (essential).

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary package.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of others.
• Career development within a well-established national organisation.