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Social Care Worker

Attuned Healthcare
Athy
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Social Care Worker \- Athy, Co Kildare

Attuned HealthCare

www.attunedhealthcare.ie

Full\-Time \| Part\-Time \| Relief

*OUR VISION "A World Where Caring is Transformational"*

Attuned Healthcare is a values\-driven organisation delivering high\-quality, trauma\-informed, community\-based supports to children, young people, and families. We believe in meeting people where they are at and walking alongside them toward positive, sustainable outcomes.

Due to continued service growth, we are seeking passionate and committed Social Care Workers to join our Residential Services across Kildare and surrounding areas.

At Attuned, our people are our greatest strength. We prioritise supportive leadership, professional development, work\-life balance, and a strong team culture, making us an employer of choice within the social care sector.

What we offer

  • Work\-life balance culture

  • Paid sick leave

  • Positive and inclusive workplace

  • Ongoing supervision and mentoring from an experienced team

  • 24\-hour on\-call support

  • Sunday and Bank Holiday premium pay

  • Full paid, high\-quality training programme

  • Continuous Professional Development (CPD)

  • Clear pathway for career progression

  • Education Assistance Policy

  • Paid breaks

  • Meals provided

  • My Future Fund Pension

  • Employee Assistance Programme (Health Assured)

  • Free parking

  • Bike to Work scheme

  • Refer\-a\-friend bonus
Salary: €35,490 \- €38,532 DOE

The Role

As a Social Care Worker, you will provide high\-quality, person\-centred support in a small residential care setting, empowering individuals to live meaningful, independent lives.

Key Responsibilities

Delivering person\-centred support that promotes independence, self\-care, and life skills

Supporting community integration by accompanying residents to appointments, social and recreational activities, and family visits

Assisting with daily living tasks such as cooking, laundry, and household duties, while promoting dignity and self\-agency

Working collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team to plan, record, review, and monitor care plans and individual outcomes

Maintaining accurate records using digital systems and documentation standards

Upholding HIQA regulations and standards, best practice guidelines, health and safety, and safeguarding policies

Creating a safe, respectful, and empowering environment for all residents

Working in a small residential centre supporting a maximum of four residents, ensuring high\-quality, individualised care

Who Will Thrive in This Role

You will thrive at Attuned if you are:

Compassionate, reliable, and values\-driven

Committed to empowering children, young people, and families

Motivated to learn and develop professionally

Comfortable working independently in the community

Passionate about delivering high\-quality, ethical care

Essential Requirements

We are seeking motivated, compassionate, and professional Social Care Workers who are committed to delivering high\-quality residential care.

The ideal candidate will have:

A recognised qualification in Social Care / Health Care at QQI Level 7 or higher (or equivalent)

CORU Registration or proof of active CORU application

Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to plan, document, and report effectively

Confidence in using IT systems for record keeping and care documentation

A full, clean driving licence (essential)

A strong understanding of best practice in residential care and of individuals' rights and protection

Legal right to work in Ireland and successful Garda Vetting

A professional approach grounded in respect, empathy, flexibility, and initiative

Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Job Types: Permanent, Full \-time, Part\-Time, Relief

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