Job Title: Social Care Worker
Location:
Drogheda, on behalf of a client delivering homecare services.
Job Description:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Social Care Worker to join our team in a family home setting. As part of this role, you will provide high-quality social care services in line with regulatory requirements and company policies.
Responsibilities:
* Assist with personal care, toileting, meal preparation, supervise medication, and perform light housework/basic shopping needs.
* Offer emotional and social support to clients.
* Monitor and document client progress.
* Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team.
* Create a safe and nurturing care environment for clients.
* Provide assistance, guidance, and community resource mobilisation to carers.
* Report and record any incidents.
* Adhere to Health and Safety regulations.
* Work around the 24-hour needs of the house (including days and nights).
Requirements:
* Hold a degree-level qualification in Social Care/Social Studies or a related discipline.
* Be eligible for registration with CORU (an advantage).
* Possess a full clean driving license.
* Have knowledge of New Directions Services and Supports for adults with disabilities (advantageous).
* Be able to work independently.
* Have a fluent level of English (written and oral).
* Be flexible and willing to adapt to changing circumstances, shift patterns, and expectations.
* Be eligible to work in the Republic of Ireland.