Support Worker- Mallow, Co. Cork

Barróg Healthcare; Mallow; On-site; EUR 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with annual raises

Flexible working hours

Contributory pension scheme

Overtime on Sundays/Bank Holidays

Career progression

Job summary

Barróg Healthcare is seeking a part-time Support Worker / Social Care Worker to assist individuals with physical and intellectual disabilities in daily living activities and community integration. You will support clients during outings, manage mobility needs, and help execute care plans in line with their goals.

Role requires flexibility, strong communication, and a person-centered approach. Competitive hourly pay, progression opportunities, and pension options are provided as part of a

Qualifications

• Permission to work in Ireland.
• QQI Level 5 Major Award in Health/Social Care (or equivalent) or commitment to complete major award.
• BA in Social Care (QQI Level 7) or relevant field with CORU registration.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with disabilities in daily living activities and personal goals.
• Facilitate community integration, outings and recreational activities.
• Assist clients with mobility needs and manage challenging behaviours using support plans.
• Provide activity reports to management and attend staff meetings.

Skills

Person-centered care

Positive behaviour support

Communication

Teamwork

Education

QQI Level 5 Health/Social Care

BA in Social Care (CORU)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

Purpose of Role:

To support individuals with physical and intellectual disabilities to integrate into their local community in line with their care plans and goals. Activities include nature walks, swimming, cinema, gym, and social outings, creating a safe environment for clients to reach their full potential.

The Company:

Barrog Healthcare is a private health and social care provider delivering residential care and day packages nationwide across mental health, disability, aftercare, and social care. We champion both service users and staff, striving to enhance lives through community inclusion and equal citizenship.

Role Details:

• Job Title: Support Worker / Social Care Worker
• Job Type: Part Time
• Reporting To: Disability Coordinator

Salary / Pay Rates:

• Support Workers: €15.00 - €18.62 per hour
• Social Care Workers: €16.00 - €20.90 per hour
• It is expected all new extrants will start at the first point on the pay scale.

Shifts & Availability:

• Roster: Monday to Sunday availability required.
• Hours: Shifts are rostered between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM.
• Flexibility: Shift lengths vary from 4 to 12 hours depending on service needs

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with annual increments
• Flexible working hours
• Contributory pension scheme
• Sunday and Bank Holiday overtime rate
• Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
• Yearly Christmas Bonus
• Death-in-service insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle-to-Work and tax-free travel schemes
• Financial training assistance of €500 per year following 1 year's continuous service
• Career progression
• Mentoring and SupportUniform provided
• €500 Refer-a-friend bonus
• Half price driving lessons
• Length of Service Recognition

Essential Criteria:

• Permission to work in Ireland
• Support Worker: QQI Level 5 Major Award in Health/Social Care (or equivalent), OR commitment to complete the major award if at least 2 modules are already completed.
• Social Care Worker: BA in Social Care (QQI Level 7) or relevant field, plus CORU registration as a Social Care Worker.

Desirable Criteria:

• 1 year of experience in a healthcare or social care setting
• Knowledge of report writing and client support plans
• Full, clean driver's license (Category B)

Candidate Skills:

• Respectful, person-centered approach focused on client goals
• Understanding of positive behavior support and managing challenging behavior
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills
• Comfortable using IT and writing progress reports

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

• Support individuals with disabilities/autism in daily living activities and personal goals.
• Facilitate community integration, outings, and recreational activities.
• Practice safe driving and maintain company vehicles (hygiene, presentation, reporting maintenance needs).
• Act as a client advocate and assist in formulating and executing care plans.
• Assist clients with mobility needs and manage challenging behaviors using support plans.
• Provide activity reports to management and attend staff meetings.

Note: Duties may adapt as assigned by management to meet service needs.