Social Care Support Worker

Job title: Social Care Support Worker

Company: FRS Recruitment


Job description: Social Care Healthcare Assistant/Support Worker – Disability residential service – County Cork– Permanent full timeSalary: €14.50-16.00 per hourAre you an experienced and dedicated Social Care Healthcare Assistant seeking a rewarding career in a Disability residential service? Join our passionate team across Cork county providing comprehensive care for vulnerable people.Key Responsibilities:

• Working as part of a team while ensuring quality care for service users.
• Create a safe and nurturing environment for service users with disabilities, focusing on their physical, emotional, and mental well-being.
• An understanding of current policy and developments at national and sectoral level in relation to Social Care within disability services.
• Good knowledge of HIQA Regulations and Standards and the relevant regulative framework
• Good knowledge and understanding of safeguarding requirements including Trust in Care, and Children’s First
• Monitor and supervise, responding effectively to behavioural or emotional issues.
• Be committed to pro-actively supporting service users in their daily lives and choices.
• Maintain accurate records of progress, development, and incidents.
• Communicate effectively with families, and colleagues.
• Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and collaborate with professionals for comprehensive care.
• Support educational activities and address learning or behavioural challenges.
• Organise recreational and social activities, fostering a positive and inclusive community.
• Handle crises and emergencies, following established protocols and collaborating with external agencies.
• Stay informed about best practices and legislative changes.

Requirements:

• Health or Social Care qualification e.g. third level degree in Psychology, Social care, Social Work etc.
• OR
• Fetac Level 5 – Health Care Major Award or its equivalent
• Experience working in a care environment.
• Good knowledge of the principals and techniques utilised in cognitive rehabilitation.
• Previous experience in providing care for persons with an intellectual disability.
• Experience working in a rehabilitation setting.
• Full driving licence.
• Have completed Intellectual Disability Module as part of Fetac 5 Major Award.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• Pay scales
• Career progression opportunities
• Work/life balance
• Paid annual leave
• Refer a friend scheme
• Employee Assist Programme offering advice and counselling
• Death in Service Benefit
• Paid mandatory training
• Paid travel expenses

If you are interested in this fantastic opportunity and would like to find out more, please contact Ciara, Senior Recruitment Consultant on 086-2006546.

Expected salary: €14.5 – 16 per hour

Location: Cork

Job date: Sat, 10 May 2025 22:31:50 GMT

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