Overview
CoAction West Cork provides quality services to support children and adults with an intellectual disability, and children with autism. This is achieved by helping each service user reach their full potential, working in partnership with their families and carers, within the community.
Social Care Worker
Responsible to: Children's Services Coordinator
Department: Children's Services and Home Support
Working pattern: Saturday Allowance
Contract: Permanent, Part time, 39 hours per week
Closing date: Tuesday 28th October 2025
For full position details and job description or for details on submitting an application please visit our website www.coaction.ie or you can email hrgen@coaction.ie
The following description gives a broad outline of the post only. It is neither inclusive nor definitive. Duties may be altered or amended to suit the changing needs of our clients. Staff will be consulted regarding any such changes. It is our policy to review job descriptions on an on-going basis.
Overall Purpose of Position
To take responsibility for the day-to-day activities in the group home. To assist the social care leader in responsibility for health and safety, programme implementation, personal care plans, budget management, staff planning, staff support and family liaison.
Job Goal
To listen to, learn from, support and work to achieve the priorities of the residents in compliance with the National Standards for Residential Services Children & Adults with Disabilities 2013, and related regulations. To provide them with a home-from-home in accordance with CoAction’s Mission Statement.
Responsibilities
Main Responsibilities
* Care for the day to day needs of the residents in compliance with the Health Care Act 2007 (Care and support of residents in designated centres for persons (Children and Adults) with disabilities) regulations 2013 and related regulations and standards.
* Promote, create and maintain a welcoming, caring and supportive environment in the Group Home with a high standard of care.
* Treat residents with dignity and respect at all times.
* Be attentive to the physical and emotional needs of the people supported.
* Encourage group participation in day-to-day running of the house (cleaning, budgeting, cooking, menu planning, shopping, recreation activities).
* Contribute to provision of a programme of stimulating activities and assist residents in developing hobbies.
* Escort and assist on group outings arranged.
* Ensure residents are not subjected to any form of abuse, including bullying or threats of bullying.
* Implement agreed service user programmes in liaison with the social care leader.
* Maintain relevant records within the house to a high standard.
* Share in duties essential to maintaining hygiene and domestic duties to keep the house clean and tidy.
* Maintain good relationships with clients’ families and other professionals under guidance of the Social Care Leader/Area Manager.
* Participate in staff meetings and ensure health and safety guidelines are adhered to at all times.
* Report and address all accidents/incidents and complaints in line with CoAction policies and procedures.
* Keep the social care leader/area manager informed of residents’ welfare through regular reports and oral communication.
* Be alert to potential dangers in premises or equipment and address promptly.
* In case of immediate danger, take appropriate action to reduce risk of injury.
* Develop relevant skills by taking part in training courses; deliver induction and training to residential staff as agreed with the Social Care Leader/Area Manager.
* Carry out day-to-day supervision of staff reporting to you.
* Contribute positively to the development of CoAction and its services, ensuring adherence to policies.
* Maintain confidentiality within the team while sharing information as needed.
* Perform other duties as discussed with the Social Care Leader/Area Manager.
* Teach daily living and social skills to residents.
* Administer and record prescribed medication to residents.
* Be an active member of the day/residential team and attend meetings/case conferences as required.
Health & Safety
* Be aware of and practice correct use of aids and appliances (e.g., hoists).
* Report and document accidents/incidents in the accident/incident book.
* Know duties under Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005.
* Report faulty equipment to the Person in Charge, Staff Nurse/Supervisor.
* Know emergency actions and plans; ensure fire and safety precautions are maintained.
Leadership
* Under supervision, manage, develop and support staff, including induction, supervision and training in line with Foundation practices and regulations.
* Contribute to coordination and development of individual plans; hold supervision meetings with support staff as directed.
* Set goals and develop with support staff; ensure policies and procedures are followed.
* Develop and maintain communication with residents, colleagues, families and stakeholders.
* Promote dignity at work and ensure relationships with residents are respectful and promote independence.
* Embrace advocacy in person-centred care; handle complaints per policy.
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications
* A recognised qualification with a third-level supervised practice element, or a recognised professional qualification for Social Care (examples include Youth and Community Degree, BA & Hdip, NQSW/BSW/MSW, RNID, RNMH, HETAC/DIT diplomas, etc.).
* Driving licence is essential.
Essential Skills
* Interpersonal skills; ability to relate to people with intellectual disabilities; flexibility; willingness to learn; ability to work on own initiative; knowledge of advocacy; ability to write reports; computer literacy; good communication; leadership ability.
Essential Experience
* Minimum 12 months experience in a residential setting with adults with an intellectual disability.
* Good working knowledge of HIQA; supervisory and budgetary experience; intimate/personal care; record keeping.
Desired Experience
* Experience with HIQA Regulations and inspections.
Remuneration
* The remuneration for this post will be as per the CoAction 2024 salary scale for a Social Care Worker: €38,108 to €50,954 per annum. This pay scale may increase in 2025 per WRC agreement for Section 39 organisations.
Benefits
* Generous 25 days annual leave, pension, paid parental leave, sick leave, income protection, Health Bunny, long service vouchers, EAP, staff savings scheme, onsite parking.
Only applicants with existing legal rights to work in Ireland can be considered.
This job description indicates the main functions and responsibilities of the post and may be reviewed with notice of changes as determined by the Director of Services/CEO or designated Line Manager. CoAction reviews job descriptions regularly.
Equal Opportunity
CoAction West Cork is an equal opportunity employer.
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