Social Care Worker
Letteragh, Galway, Ireland
Permanent, Full-Time
39 hours per week (7-day rota, including weekends, sleep-ins, and night shifts as rostered)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
We are delighted to recruit on behalf of our client, a highly regarded organisation providing exceptional services to children and adults with intellectual disabilities and autism across Galway City and County. Their mission is to empower individuals to live inclusive, self-directed lives through residential care, day programmes, respite, and community-based supports. Each person is supported and valued within an environment that promotes their overall autonomy, health, and wellbeing.
With a new residential service in Letteragh, Galway, we are seeking a qualified and dedicated Social Care Worker to join a passionate team and make a genuine difference in the lives of the people they support.
The Role
The Social Care Worker will provide residential and respite care within a staff team for children and adults with an intellectual disability, working in accordance with all relevant policies, procedures, and guidelines. You will play a vital role in promoting independence, dignity, and inclusion, while ensuring the highest standards of care and safety for every individual you support.
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality residential and respite care, supporting daily living, personal care, and household routines.
Act as key worker, developing and implementing individualised care plans tailored to each person's aspirations and needs.
Work positively with individuals who present with behaviours that challenge, contributing to the planning and delivery of specific support programmes.
Administer, supervise, and accurately record prescribed medication in line with policy.
Teach and develop independence skills including self-help, domestic, community, leisure, and social skills.
Foster meaningful relationships with individuals, their families, and multidisciplinary team members.
Facilitate community-based activities and promote social inclusion and integration.
Provide guidance and direction to Care Assistants as required, and act as Person in Charge in the absence of the Service Manager.
Maintain accurate records and reports as required for the efficient running of the service.
Undertake driving duties in service vehicles or own transport as required.
Work a flexible shift rota spread over 7 days, including weekends, sleep-in duties, and night duty as rostered.
Essential Requirements
A professional degree (minimum Level 7) in Applied Social Studies or a relevant qualification.
CORU registration as a Social Care Worker, or registration actively in progress.
Previous experience supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities or in a similar care setting.
Full, current driving licence with access to your own vehicle.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Strong problem-solving skills and excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Motivated, energetic, and enthusiastic with a genuine commitment to person-centred care.
An ability to advocate effectively on behalf of the people you support.
What's on Offer
Permanent contract.
22 days annual leave initially, plus public holidays.
7% contributory pension scheme.
A wide variety of on-the-job training including Studio III and medication management.
Bike to Work Scheme and flexible benefits package exceeding statutory minimum requirements.
Four-week rolling rosters to support work-life balance.
10% discount on LAYA Healthcare.
A supportive and inclusive working environment where your ideas and input are genuinely valued.
Opportunities to grow and develop professionally through training, mentoring, and hands-on experience.
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