Social Care Worker
Job description
Social Care Worker Maganey , Co. Kildare | €40,000–€50,000 (DOE)
We are currently recruiting Social Care Workers on behalf of our client in Kildare. This is an opportunity to join a dynamic new team delivering high-quality, person-centred care to vulnerable young people and young adults transitioning from state or residential care. Location: Maganey, Co. Kildare 11 MINUTES TO CARLOW TOWN 35 MINUTES TO KILKENNY CITY or ABBEYLEIX 20 MINUTES TO TULLOW 25 MINUTES TO CASTLECOMER Key Responsibilities
- Partner with the Centre Manager and Social Care Leaders to deliver exceptional, high-quality care.
- Maintain a secure, nurturing, and stable residential setting that promotes the well-being and development of vulnerable young people.
- Drive the delivery of tailored, engaging day-to-day activities that support individual care plans and personal growth.
- Act as the main point of support, advice, and contact for young adults leaving state or residential care.
- Promote tenancy sustainment, life skills, and personal development.
- Advocate for young adults across housing, health, and welfare systems.
Qualifications
& Experience Candidates must hold one of the following:
- BA in Social Care (L7/L8)
- BA in Applied Social Care Studies in Social Care (L7/L8)
- BA in Social Care Work (L7/L8)
- BA in Social Care Practice (L7/L8)
- BSc in Health & Social Care (L8) – Atlantic Technological University Or be eligible to register with CORU as a Social Care Worker. Key Attributes & Competencies
- High emotional maturity, empathy, and a solutions-focused mindset.
- Exceptional flexibility, a positive attitude, and strong problem-solving skills.
- A valid, full, clean Irish/EU driving licence is desirable. What's on Offer
- Death in Service Insurance Cover*
- PRSA Scheme*
- Maternity Payment*
- Hospital Saturday Fund*
- Compassionate Leave
- Debriefing
- Career Breaks*
- Counselling
- Clinical Supervision
- Paid attendance at training
- Refer a Friend Scheme
- Employee Recognition Awards
- Long-Term Service Staff Awards
- Company Nights Out
- Team Building Apply today to take the next step in your social care career! For general enquiries or to learn more about the role, please contact Aamir at aamir.bafanda@mcma1.com or by phone on 087 482 1942.
Description copied from MCMA's careers page. Read the full posting before you apply.
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