Social Care Worker

On behalf of our client in public health, we are currently recruiting Social Care Workers to join a dedicated team based in Killarney. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a multidisciplinary service, supporting service users to maximise their independence, wellbeing, and quality of life in a person\-centred environment. Both full\-time and part\-time opportunities may be available.

Main Duties

• Support service users in accordance with person\-centred care plans, promoting independence, dignity, and choice.


• Build positive, professional relationships with service users while encouraging participation in daily living, social, and community activities.


• Contribute to the development, implementation, and review of individual care and support plans.


• Promote the rights, welfare, and safeguarding of service users at all times.


• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, healthcare professionals, and external agencies to ensure high\-quality service delivery.


• Maintain accurate records and complete all required documentation in line with organisational policies and professional standards.


• Report and record incidents, concerns, and changes in service users’ wellbeing promptly and appropriately.


• Participate in team meetings, handovers, supervision, and training as required.


• Follow all relevant policies, procedures, and health and safety guidelines.


• Respond appropriately to emergencies and support service users in line with established protocols.


• Engage in ongoing professional development and contribute positively to the continuous improvement of the service.


• Carry out any other duties appropriate to the role as required by management.

• A recognised qualification in Social Care or an equivalent relevant qualification.


• CORU registration, or evidence of eligibility or application for registration where applicable.


• Previous experience in a health or social care setting is desirable.


• A person\-centred approach with a genuine commitment to supporting individuals to achieve positive outcomes.


• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organisational, and teamwork skills.


• Strong IT and record\-keeping skills.


• A good standard of written and spoken English.


• A full clean driving licence may be required.

• Location: Killarney


• Position Type: Full\-time (part\-time opportunities may also be available)


• Work Setting: On\-site


• Remuneration: Salary aligned with the current Department of Health pay scale.

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