Trauma-Informed Special Care Worker – Limerick

MCMA; Limerick; On-site; EUR 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates aligned with HSE pay

Flexible shift options

Induction and CPD including TCI and SC

Job summary

MCMA Healthcare is seeking a Special Care Worker for Coovagh House, Limerick. Provide positive guidance and trauma-informed care to young people in a secure residential setting within Tusla services.

Role requires NFQ Level 7 or higher in Social Care or related field, emotional resilience, de-escalation skills, and Ireland work eligibility. Competitive rates, flexible shifts and ongoing CPD (TCI and Special Care) offered.

Qualifications

• NFQ Level 7 qualification or higher in Social Care or related field.
• Demonstrated emotional resilience and de-escalation skills.
• Commitment to at least two shifts per week (three preferred).
• Valid authorisation to work in Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for young people's rights and personal agency.
• Co-create and implement Care and Placement Plans.
• Promote holistic well-being across physical, emotional, social and educational areas.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, social workers and families.
• Uphold regulations, safety standards and organisational policies.
• Maintain accurate case documentation for regulatory compliance.
• Engage in reflective practice and supervision.

Skills

Emotional resilience

De-escalation skills

Trauma-informed care

Relationship-based care

Young-person-centred ethos

Education

NFQ Level 7 degree in Social Care

BA (Hons) Youth & Community Development

BA (Hons) Psychology

Disability Studies (Level 7)

Job description

MCMA Healthcare is seeking a Special Care Worker for Coovagh House, Limerick. Provide positive guidance and trauma-informed care to young people in a secure residential setting within Tusla services.

Role requires NFQ Level 7 or higher in Social Care or related field, emotional resilience, de-escalation skills, and Ireland work eligibility. Competitive rates, flexible shifts and ongoing CPD (TCI and Special Care) offered.