Job Description
Health Care Assistant (HCA)/Social Care Support Worker
Location: Carlow, Ireland
Employer: Attuned Programmes Ireland
Full-Time, Part-Time & Relief Positions Available
* Make a Difference, Grow Your Career
At Attuned Programmes Ireland, we believe in changing lives by being present, compassionate, and professional. Join us in providing high quality community, residential, and aftercare supports for adults with mental health needs. Be part of a team where your work matters-not just what you do, but how you do it.
What You'll Do
* Provide person-centred support in a residential care setting, helping individuals to develop self-care & independent living skills
* Deliver person-centred care, tailored to individual needs, building independence, self-care, and community integration
* Collaborate with individuals to set and achieve personal goals
* Support with daily living tasks while promoting dignity, autonomy, and choice
* Maintain accurate records, contribute to support plans and engage in reflective practice
* Participate in training, supervision, and team activities to continuously improve service quality
Who We're Looking For
* Minimum QQI Level 5 in Health Care, Social Care, or equivalent (or strong relevant experience) Those who are enrolled in a QQI Level 5 course, and progressing are also welcome to apply.
* Excellent communication, planning, report-writing & basic IT skills
* Commitment to best practice standards, regulatory compliance, and safeguarding of individuals' rights
* Reliability, empathy, flexibility, and a positive attitude
* Garda vetting clearance required; full driving licence desirable but not essential
* Right to work in Ireland
What We Offer
* Free breakfast meals when needed
* Fully paid induction and training, including trauma-informed reflective practice
* A supportive, team-orientated working environment
* Dual-occupancy residential centre
* Paid sick leave
* Company PRSA pension fund
* Access to an education fund for continued professional development
Why Attuned vs Others
* Purpose: You'll be helping people achieve meaningful, independent lives-not just executing tasks.
* Growth: Unlike many who offer jobs but little investment, we commit to your development (education fund, training etc.).
* Support & Culture: We aim to have strong management oversight, empathy, and respect-recognising the challenges and rewarding your contribution.
* Flexibility: Choices around hours and contract type to help balance life and work.
Please send your CV to apply. If you are passionate, caring, and ready to grow in social care - we'd love to hear from you.
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