Social Care Worker – Under 18s Residential

Cpl Healthcare; Dublin; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Concession days

Pension contributions

Maternity top-up

Sick leave

Unsocial hours pay

Tax-Saver

Education assistance

Employee assistance

Reflective practice

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Cpl Healthcare, in partnership with Ireland’s leading not-for-profit, seeks compassionate Social Care Workers for Under-18 Residential Services in Dublin. You will be part of a team supporting 15–18-year-olds in short-term residential care, focusing on safety, stability and future steps.

Role requires degree-level qualification or CORU registration, driving licence, and direct social care experience; you’ll work across multiple sites in Dalkey, Dublin City Centre and Templeogue.

Qualifications

• Degree-level qualification in Social Care, Youth Work, Social Studies, Psychology, Addiction Studies, or CORU registration.
• Full clean driving licence.
• Direct experience in a social care environment.
• Experience supporting marginalised groups, ideally adolescents.
• Knowledge of trauma, attachment and substance misuse.
• Knowledge of child protection and national residential care standards.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a residential care team within established policies and procedures.
• Act as Key Worker for allocated young people, coordinating with external agencies as required.
• Develop, implement, and record care and placement plans.
• Support young people who have experienced trauma and/or display challenging behaviour.
• Advocate for young people around education, aftercare, health and wellbeing.
• Promote the welfare of each young person across physical, emotional, social and spiritual aspects.
• Liaise with families, social workers, and other professionals.
• Participate in a full 7‑day, 24‑hour roster.

Skills

Report writing

IT skills

Crisis support

Driving licence

Communication

Education

Degree in Social Care / Youth Work / Social Studies / Psychology / Addiction Studies or CORU

Job description

Social Care Worker – Under-18s Residential Services

Locations: Dalkey, Dublin City Centre & Templeogue

Salary: €37,604 – €41,997 depending on experience

Cpl Healthcare, in partnership with our client, Ireland’s leading not-for-profit workingto prevent people becoming, remaining or returning to homelessness, is seeking committed and compassionate Social Care Workers to join their Under-18 Residential Services in Dublin. These services support young people aged 15–18 who are out of home and experiencing crisis. Working within a short-term residential setting, you will be part of a dedicated team providing safety, stability, and encouragement as young people take their first steps toward a brighter future.

Role Benefits:

• 25 days Annual Leave + 3 Concession Days
• 7% Employer Pension Contribution
• Maternity Top-Up (26 Weeks)
• Paid Sick Leave Policy
• Premium Rates for Unsocial Hours
• Tax-Saver Scheme
• Education Assistance Policy
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Reflective Practice & Supervision
• Wellbeing Supports, including monthly guided meditations

Key Responsibilities

• Work as part of a residential care team within established policies and procedures.
• Act as Key Worker for allocated young people, coordinating with external agencies as required.
• Participate in the development, implementation, and recording of care and placement plans.
• Support young people who have experienced trauma and/or display challenging behaviour.
• Advocate for young people around education, aftercare, legal rights, health, and wellbeing.
• Promote the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual welfare of each young person.
• Encourage participation of young people in decisions affecting their lives.
• Liaise with families, social workers, and other relevant professionals.
• Maintain accurate records in line with statutory and health & safety requirements.
• Attend team meetings, reviews, and training sessions.
• Support organisational policies and contribute to ongoing service development.
• Participate in a full 7‑day, 24‑hour roster.

Essential Requirements

• Degree‑level qualification in Social Care, Youth Work, Social Studies, Psychology, Addiction Studies, or related field OR registration as a Social Care Worker with CORU.
• Full clean driving licence.
• Direct experience working in a social care environment.
• Experience supporting marginalised groups, ideally adolescents.
• Knowledge of issues impacting young people (e.g., trauma, attachment, substance misuse).
• Ability to support young people in crisis using best‑practice approaches.
• Strong understanding of child protection and national residential care standards.
• Experience with key working, assessment, and care planning.
• Excellent report writing and IT skills.
• Knowledge of the Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) model.
• Valid working rights for Ireland (sponsorship not available)