Social Care Workers Special Care Dublin

TN Ireland; Dublin; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated Social Care Workers to support youth in a special care setting. This role involves promoting the welfare of young individuals, implementing care plans, and collaborating with families and professionals. With a commitment to providing compassionate care, the ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment. The organization offers competitive pay rates, including time and a half on Saturdays and double time on Sundays, alongside comprehensive training opportunities. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Time & a half on Saturdays

Double time on Sundays & Bank Holidays

Paid Induction

Training provided

Paid training hours

Qualifications

• Degree in relevant fields required for the role.
• Commitment to shifts and client-focused approach essential.

Responsibilities

• Promote rights and responsibilities of young persons in care.
• Participate in developing and implementing care plans.
• Liaise with families and professionals regarding care.

Skills

Client focus

Compassion

Empathy

Teamwork

Flexibility

Initiative

Education

Degree level 7+ in Social Care or Applied Social Studies

Degree in Youth and Community

BA(Hons) Youth and Community Development

BA (Hons) Counselling and Addiction Studies

Disability Diploma (Primary Degree)

Social Science

Job description

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Location:

Dublin, Ireland

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

19.04.2025

Expiry Date:

03.06.2025

Job Description:

MCMA Healthcare is a leading provider of agency staff to prominent Health and Social Care providers. We specialise in the provision of agency Social Care staff to Mainstream Services working with young people, High Support and Special Care Services as well as Disability Residential Care & Day Services. We pride ourselves in supporting our staff to work in interesting and challenging environments nationwide.

Recruiting for: Social Care Workers

Tusla - Special Care Setting - Youth Based Residential

Locations:

Ballydowd - Palmerstown, Dublin 20

Responsibilities:

• Promoting the rights and responsibilities of each young person within the service
• Participating in the development and implementation of Care and Placement Plans
• Promoting physical, emotional, social, educational, and religious welfare of each young person
• Liaising with family members and other professionals in relation to the care of young persons
• Adhering to policies and procedures
• Documentation and report writing
• Attending regular supervision with the Social Care Leader / Manager

Qualifications:

A degree level 7+ on the National Framework of Qualifications in one of the following disciplines:

• Social care or Applied Social Studies
• Youth and Community
• BA(Hons) Youth and Community Development
• BA (Hons) counselling and Addiction Studies
• Disability Diploma (Primary Degree)
• Social Science

Minimum Requirements:

• A commitment to a minimum of 2 shifts per week, ideally 3
• Client focus, compassion and empathy are essential to the role
• Teamwork as well as flexibility and the ability to work off one's own initiative

What we can offer you:

• Time & a half on Saturdays
• Double time on Sundays & Bank Holidays
• Full lines available or option to work individual shifts (minimum commitment of 2 shifts per week)
• Paid Induction
• Training provided & training hours paid for the following:

• TCI (therapeutic crisis intervention)
• Crisis Management Training
• First Aid
• Special Care model of care
• MCMA Special Care salary scale (post grad exp.)