Social Care Worker

Location: On site / Monasterevin, Co. Kildare, Ireland

Job type: Permanent / Full-time

Sector and subsector: Medical & Healthcare Social Care / Social Worker

Annual Salary range: € 35,490.00 to € 38,532.00

Social Care Worker - Monasterevin, Co Laois Attuned Healthcare

Attuned Healthcare is a values-driven organisation delivering high-quality, trauma-informed, community-based supports to children, young people, and families. We believe in meeting people where they are at and walking alongside them toward positive, sustainable outcomes.

Our Vision

A World Where Caring is Transformational

What we offer

• Work-life balance culture
• Paid sick leave
• Positive and inclusive workplace
• Ongoing supervision and mentoring from an experienced team
• 24-hour on-call support
• Sunday and Bank Holiday premium pay
• Full paid, high-quality training programme
• Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
• Clear pathway for career progression
• Education Assistance Policy
• Meals provided
• My Future Fund Pension
• Employee Assistance Programme (Health Assured)
• Free parking
• Bike to Work scheme
• Refer-a-friend bonus

The Role

As a Social Care Worker, you will provide high-quality, person-centered support in a small residential care setting, empowering individuals to live meaningful, independent lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centered support that promotes independence, self-care, and life skills
• Support community integration by accompanying residents to appointments, social and recreational activities, and family visits
• Assist with daily living tasks such as cooking, laundry, and household duties, while promoting dignity and self-agency
• Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team to plan, record, review, and monitor care plans and individual outcomes
• Maintain accurate records using digital systems and documentation standards
• Uphold HIQA regulations and standards, best practice guidelines, health and safety, and safeguarding policies
• Create a safe, respectful, and empowering environment for all residents
• Work in a small residential centre supporting a maximum of four residents, ensuring high-quality, individualised care

Who Will Thrive in This Role

You will thrive at Attuned if you are:

• Compassionate, reliable, and values-driven
• Committed to empowering children, young people, and families
• Motivated to learn and develop professionally
• Comfortable working independently in the community
• Passionate about delivering high-quality, ethical care

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

• A recognised qualification in Social Care / Health Care at QQI Level 7 or higher (or equivalent)
• CORU Registration or proof of active CORU application
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to plan, document, and report effectively
• Confidence in using IT systems for record keeping and care documentation
• A full, clean driving licence (essential)
• A strong understanding of best practice in residential care and of individuals' rights and protection
• Legal right to work in Ireland and successful Garda Vetting
• A professional approach grounded in respect, empathy, flexibility, and initiative
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Job Types

Permanent, Full-time, Part-Time, Relief