Social Care Worker

FRS Recruitment; Portlaoise; On-site; EUR 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift premiums

Bank holiday premiums

21 days annual leave

EAP scheme

Job summary

FRS Recruitment in Ireland is seeking compassionate Social Care Workers to join a new intellectual disability service based in Laois. You will act as Key Worker for residents, support life skills, and liaise with families and external professionals.

A Level 7 in Social Care and CORU registration are required, with excellent organisational and communication skills. Night work and weekend premiums apply; driving license may not be essential.

Qualifications

• A Level 7 qualification in Social Care or equivalent.
• CORU registration is required.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Work positively and constructively with service users, contributing to planning, implementation and review of individualised support programmes.
• Support development of key life skills through individualised support plans.
• Act as Key Worker, liaising with families, advocates and external professionals.
• Administer, supervise and record prescribed medication in line with policy.
• Collaborate with colleagues and guide Support Workers and Assistants.
• Take responsibility for wellbeing, safety and quality of life of people we support.
• Promote positive interpersonal relationships within the service and community.
• Support autonomy, self-esteem and meaningful choices for service users.
• Provide day-to-day care ensuring needs are met respectfully and consistently.

Education

Level 7 in Social Care

CORU registration

Tools

Social Care Tools

Job description

Social Care Worker - Laois - ID Sector - €37k plus premiums FRS Recruitment is looking for compassionate and dedicated Social Care Workers to join a new intellectual disability service based in Laois. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a new project in the intellectual disability sector. Its vision is delivered through its core values of client - centres services, committed to being and doing the best for their service users, staff and organisation.

In your new role you will:

• Work positively and constructively with service users, contributing to the planning, implementation, and review of individualised approaches and support programmes.
• Support the development of key life skills, including self-help, domestic, kitchen, community, leisure, and social skills, through the creation and delivery of individualised support plans.
• Act as Key Worker for residents, including liaising with families, advocates, and external professionals.
• Administer, supervise, and accurately record prescribed medication in line with organisational policy and professional standards.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and provide appropriate guidance to Support. Workers and Assistant Support Workers consistent with the expectations of the Social Care Worker role.
• Take responsibility for the wellbeing, safety, and quality of life of the people we support within the service.
• Support the development of positive interpersonal relationships within the service and the wider community.
• Promote self-esteem, individuality, and personal autonomy, enabling each person to value themselves and make meaningful choices.
• Provide day-to-day care and support, ensuring that each person's needs are met respectfully and consistently.

To be a successful candidate you will have:

• A minimum Level 7 in Social Care and CORU registration.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills, with the ability to adapt communication to the individual.
• A proven ability to work independently and use own initiative.
• Experience working with adults with complex needs in residential/ respite or day service.

Will accept individuals without a full drivers license.

In return you will receive:

• Comprehensive induction process.
• Premia for night work, Sundays and bank holidays
• Excellent potential for progression with a clear pathway to promotion.
• A supportive and inclusive environment with a clear focus where your ideas and input are encouraged and valued.
• Modern, well-proportioned facilities extensively refurbished to support service user's needs.
• Annual Leave: 21 days paid annual leave per year (pro-rata), plus public holidays.
• Pension - automatic enrolment into the State Auto Enrolment Retirement Savings Scheme, with employer matched contributions.
• Training and development opportunities.
• EAP scheme provided.
• Free carparking.
• Worklife balance - predictable rosters and a supportive team culture.
• A unique opportunity to join a new organization at an early stage, directly contribute to its growth and development and help shape its culture.