Social Care Worker

Emerald Locums; Ireland; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full-time opportunities

Professional development

Multidisciplinary team

Meaningful impact

Varied caseload

Job summary

Emerald Nursing in Cork is recruiting CORU-registered Social Care Workers for Adult Services in Cork. Join a well-established service focused on person-centred, community-based care.

We offer full-time and flexible opportunities across residential and community settings, with a multidisciplinary team supporting service users to maximise independence and wellbeing. Applicants should have a CORU registration, QQI Level 8 in Social Care or equivalent, and communicate effectively within a team.

Qualifications

• CORU registration as a Social Care Worker is required.
• QQI Level 8 qualification in Social Care or recognised equivalent.
• Previous social care experience is desirable and beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, person-centred care and support.
• Assist 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 dignity, rights, safety and wellbeing of service users.
• Ensure care aligns with policies, procedures and professional standards.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

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.

Location

Cork City, Cork

Expire Date

2026-09-24

Salary

Negotiable

Job Ref

SOCIA81472_1787843556

Social Care Worker

Cork

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.

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