Social Care Worker Lotus Care provides a range of respite, residential and support services to Children & Adults with intellectual disabilities in a homely and comfortable community setting.
We aim to empower people with the necessary skills to live full and satisfying lives as equal citizens of their local communities.
This role is also suitable for Social Care Assistants.
Benefits Competitive premiums for unsocial hours Full induction training Extensive inhouse training programme Ongoing mentoring and support Refer a Friend Scheme Employee of the Month Scheme EAP Access Company events Free onsite parking CPD support Role Overview Reporting to: Person in Charge Contract Type: Full-time Working Week: Average of 40 hours a week, day and waking night shifts required Location of Work: Co.
Kildare & Co.
Laois Role Responsibilities Facilitate and encourage decision-making, independence, and personal development.
Provide support in daily living skills, including personal hygiene, health and appearance.
Work in a person-centred manner to meet individual care plans and goals.
Adhere to policies and procedures, standards, regulations, and codes of practice Administer and document the dispensation of prescribed medication.
Undertake key worker responsibilities, helping service owners achieve goals.
Document and report incidents and complaints involving staff, service owners or visitors.
Work with MDT to achieve the goals of service owners.
Essential Requirements Minimum Level 7 qualification in Applied Social Studies or equivalent.
Registered (or in process) with the Social Care Workers Registration Board by CORU.
Hold a full Irish driving license Prior experience in social care or healthcare.
Working knowledge of HIQA standards and regulations.
Excellent verbal and writing skills.
Garda Vetting/Police Clearance Competitive Salary Job ID: Facebook Job type: Permanent Job terms: Full-time Address: On site / Kildare, Ireland Sector: Medical & Healthcare | Social Care / Social Worker Created at: Nov 3, 2025 3:48 PMClose date: Nov 10, 2025 Published by: Jen Barber IND1