Company Description
Empowerment Plus is a nationwide non-profit organization with registered charitable status, committed to supporting young people and families at risk within their home or community. We offer wraparound, needs-based support available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week across the nation. Our services include outreach support, respite provision, access supervision and support, emergency placement breakdown support, family support (including support for foster placements), and supervised transport.
Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role for a Social Care Worker, based in Dublin. The Social Care Worker will be responsible for providing direct support to young people and families at risk, including outreach support, supervising access, providing emergency placement breakdown support, and assisting with supervised transport. The role also involves developing individual care plans, conducting assessments, maintaining accurate records, and collaborating with other social care professionals.
Qualifications
* Experience in social care, outreach support, and providing family support
* Skills in developing individual care plans and conducting assessments
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation
* Experience working with young people and families at risk
* Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field
* Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
* Relevant certifications and training in social care are highly beneficial