Social Care Worker - Under 18s Residential
JO-2512-560148
Posted: 04/12/2025
- Negotiable
- Republic of Ireland, Dublin City Centre
- Full Time
- Healthcare/Medical
Social Care Worker – Under-18s Residential Services
Locations: Dalkey, Dublin City Centre & Templeogue
Salary: €37,604 – €41,997 depending on experience
Contract Types: Full-Time Permanent & Part-Time Permanent
Cpl Healthcare, in partnership with our client, Ireland's leading not-for-profit working to prevent people becoming, remaining or returning to homelessness, is seeking committed and compassionate Social Care Workers to join their Under-18 Residential Services in Dublin. These services support young people aged 15–18 who are out of home and experiencing crisis. Working within a short-term residential setting, you will be part of a dedicated team providing safety, stability, and encouragement as young people take their first steps toward a brighter future.
Role Benefits:
- 25 days Annual Leave + 3 Concession Days
- 7% Employer Pension Contribution
- Maternity Top-Up (26 Weeks)
- Paid Sick Leave Policy
- Premium Rates for Unsocial Hours
- Tax-Saver Scheme
- Education Assistance Policy
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Reflective Practice & Supervision
- Wellbeing Supports, including monthly guided meditations
Your Role:
As a Social Care Worker, you will:
- Act as Key Worker to allocated young people, building positive relationships and collaborating with external agencies.
- Develop and implement individualised support programmes, helping young people break the cycle of homelessness and prepare for independent or supported living.
- Support young people who have experienced trauma and may present with challenging behaviour.
- Advocate for young people across housing, social work, social welfare, education, training, and legal supports.
- Refer and support young people in accessing other services that meet their social, emotional, educational, employment, or accommodation needs.
- Participate in a 24/7 rota, including evenings, nights, weekends, and public holidays.
What You’ll Need:
- A CORU-approved Social Care Worker qualification and evidence of CORU registration application OR A relevant Level 8 degree (e.g., Social Care, Psychology, Sociology).
- Experience working in a children's residential centre or with young people with complex needs.
- Ability to support and manage young people in crisis who present with challenging behaviours.
- Strong written communication skills.
- Knowledge of Child Protection legislation and procedures.
- Understanding of the Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) model.
- Valid working rights for Ireland and a strong level of English.
For more information or to apply, please reach out to Zoe Lawlor today –
Call: + 353 1 947 6238
Email: zoe.lawlor@cplhealthcare.com