Social Care Worker

Kare Plus Ireland; Dundalk; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Kare Plus Ireland is seeking compassionate Social Care Workers to join our residential care team in Dundalk. You will provide high-quality, person-centred care, supporting residents to maintain independence, dignity and rights while promoting their wellbeing.

You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, following individual care plans, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with CORU registration requirements and HIQA standards.

Qualifications

• Requires qualification in Social Care or equivalent.
• Knowledge of person-centred care and safeguarding practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care and support aligned with individual care plans.
• Promote residents' independence, dignity, privacy, choice and human rights.
• Assist with daily living activities, personal care and daily routines as needed.
• Support residents to engage in activities and social/community-based activities.
• Maintain accurate daily records and care documentation.
• Work collaboratively with families and multidisciplinary professionals.
• Ensure compliance with organisational policies and HIQA standards.

Skills

Person-centred care

Communication skills

Teamwork

Empathy

Education

Social Care qualification

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking compassionate, motivated and dedicated Social Care Workers to join our residential care team. The successful candidates will play an important role in providing high-quality, person-centred care and support to residents, promoting their independence, dignity, rights and overall wellbeing. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about making a positive difference in people's lives and who can create a safe, welcoming and supportive environment where residents are encouraged to reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care and support in line with individual care plans and assessed needs.
• Promote residents' independence, dignity, privacy, choice and human rights.
• Support residents with activities of daily living, including personal care, hygiene and maintaining daily routines, where required.
• Encourage residents to develop independent living skills and participate in meaningful activities.
• Support residents to engage in social, recreational and community-based activities.
• Promote residents' physical, emotional and psychological wellbeing.
• Implement individual support plans, risk assessments and positive behaviour support strategies, where applicable.
• Safeguard residents and report any concerns, incidents or changes in their wellbeing.
• Maintain accurate daily records, care documentation and incident reports.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families and multidisciplinary professionals.
• Ensure compliance with organisational policies, procedures and relevant HIQA standards.
• Contribute to creating a positive, respectful and homely residential environment.

Essential Requirements

• A recognised qualification in Social Care or an equivalent relevant qualification that meets applicable requirements.
• Knowledge and understanding of person-centred care and safeguarding practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• A compassionate, patient and respectful approach to supporting individuals.
• Good organisational, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Flexibility to work a shift roster, including weekends and public holidays, as required.
• Eligibility to meet applicable CORU registration requirements for the position.