Social Care Worker

Job description

SOCIAL CARE WORKER – Children’s Residential Services (Drumcondra, Dublin 9)
Salary Scale: €38,951 – €54,989 per annum (in line with public sector pay scales)

This is a challenging yet highly rewarding role within a high-support children’s residential service in Drumcondra, Dublin 9, providing trauma-informed care to young people aged 13-17. To be considered, candidates must hold or be eligible for CORU registration. If you are unsure about your eligibility, full guidance and support will be provided.

The role focuses on building therapeutic relationships and supporting positive attachment and growth. You will engage directly with young people, assist with household and administrative tasks, work closely with the care team, and uphold the highest standards of safety and professional practice.

This is a chance to make a genuine difference in young lives while developing your own professional skills and experience.

Employee Benefits

• Paid Maternity Leave
• Family-Friendly Policies
• Health Services Credit Union
• Workplace Flu Vaccinations
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Tax Saver Commuter Options
• Health, Wellbeing & Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible Transfers: Option to relocate to other services nationwide after two years of permanent employment
• Career Break: Eligible to apply for a one-year break after two years, with a guaranteed return

Why use Orange Recruitment?

• Interview Preparation: Personalised coaching to help you perform confidently at interview
• Ongoing Communication: Regular updates and support throughout every stage of the recruitment process
• Salary Negotiation: Guidance and advocacy to ensure you secure the best possible offer
• Professional Support: Access to advice and insights from experienced social care professionals

Role Overview

• Care Planning: Contribute to the development and documentation of Care and Placement Plans
• Advocacy: Promote and protect the rights of young people in care
• Wellbeing: Safeguard the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of each young person
• Collaboration: Work closely with families, schools, and external agencies to support progress
• Engagement: Encourage participation in education, training, and age-appropriate activities
• Home Life: Support with daily household tasks, including budgeting and preparing nutritious meals
• Child Protection: Follow child protection procedures and ensure compliance with HIQA standards
• Continuous Development: Stay informed of legislation and participate in ongoing professional training

Job Requirements

• Registration with the Social Care Workers Registration Board (CORU), or
• A CORU-approved Social Care qualification with proof of application for registration, or
• Eligibility for registration with the Social Care Workers Registration Board, with supporting evidence