Trauma-Informed Youth Residential Care Worker — Lucan

MCMA; Palmerstown; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates

Flexible shifts

Induction & CPD

Job summary

MCMA is seeking a Special Care Worker for a residential setting in Lucan, County Dublin. You will support young people with trauma-informed, relationship-based care within a secure residential environment.

We offer a supportive induction, ongoing CPD including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI), and flexible shift options across day and night rosters. Applicants must hold an NFQ Level 7 qualification or higher in Social Care or related field.

Qualifications

• NFQ Level 7 qualification or higher in Social Care or related social science discipline.
• Demonstrated emotional resilience and de-escalation skills.
• Willingness to commit to at least two shifts per week (three preferred).

Responsibilities

• Advocate championing each young person's rights and personal agency.
• Co-create and implement tailored Care and Placement Plans.
• Promote holistic well-being across physical, emotional, social, and educational dimensions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, social workers, and families.
• Uphold statutory regulations, safety standards and policies with integrity.
• Deliver accurate case documentation for regulatory compliance.
• Engage in reflective practice and supervision for development.

Skills

Emotional resilience

De-escalation skills

Trauma-informed care

Young-person-centred ethos

Education

NFQ Level 7 degree or higher in Social Care

Job description

MCMA is seeking a Special Care Worker for a residential setting in Lucan, County Dublin. You will support young people with trauma-informed, relationship-based care within a secure residential environment.

We offer a supportive induction, ongoing CPD including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI), and flexible shift options across day and night rosters. Applicants must hold an NFQ Level 7 qualification or higher in Social Care or related field.