JN -092026-10819
joanna.wator@cplhealthcare.com
Social Care Worker – Residential Service, Stillorgan
Location: Stillorgan, Co. Dublin
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full-Time, 39 hours per week
Salary: €38,918 – €45,421
About the Organisation
Our client is a respected Irish disability service provider delivering specialist supports to autistic adults through residential, respite, day, and community-based services. Their mission is centred on promoting independence, inclusion, dignity, and choice, enabling individuals to live meaningful lives within their communities.
They are currently seeking a dedicated and motivated Social Care Worker to join their Residential Service in South Dublin.
The Role
The Social Care Worker will provide high-quality, person-centred support to autistic adults living in a residential setting. Working as part of a multidisciplinary support team, the successful candidate will help individuals develop life skills, maximise independence, participate in their communities, and achieve personal goals.
This role requires flexibility to work a roster that includes evenings, weekends, and waking night shifts.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver person-centred supports in accordance with individual support plans and assessed needs.
- Support residents with daily living activities, personal care, household tasks, and social participation.
- Promote independence, self-determination, and active decision-making.
- Assist individuals in developing practical, social, and life skills.
- Support residents to access community activities, education, employment, and recreational opportunities.
- Contribute to the development, implementation, and review of person-centred plans (PCPs) and care plans.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with organisational policies and regulatory requirements.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, advocates, and multidisciplinary professionals.
- Promote safeguarding, health and wellbeing, and positive risk-taking practices.
- Ensure all supports are delivered in line with current legislation, regulations, and best practice standards.
Essential Requirements
- QQI Level 7 Degree in Social Care, Applied Social Care, Social Care Practice, or an equivalent qualification recognised in Ireland.
- Eligibility for CORU registration as a Social Care Worker (or proof of registration/application in progress).
- Minimum of 6 months’ recent experience supporting individuals with complex needs in a Social Care setting.
- Understanding of autism and person-centred approaches to support.
- Full manual driving licence.
- Availability to work a flexible rota including evenings, weekends, and waking night shifts.
- Full permission to work in Ireland.
Skills and Competencies
- Strong knowledge of legislation and regulations relevant to disability and social care services.
- Experience implementing and reviewing support plans and person-centred plans.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care and support.
If this role sounds like the right fit, apply through the link below or contact Joanna Wator on email: joanna.wator@cplhealthcare,com
