Social Care Worker

5 days ago

The Municipal District of Portlaoise, Ireland Staffline Group PLC Full time

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Social Care Worker - Full Time, Portlaoise

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Staffline Group PLC

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30.06.2025

Expiry Date:

14.08.2025

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Job Description:

Social Care Worker - Full-Time, Permanent

Location: Portlaoise & Portarlington, Co. Laois
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Working Hours: 24-hour shift model (includes 9-hour sleepover component)
Salary: €39,776 - €50,160 (depending on experience and qualifications)

A respected provider of residential social care services is seeking committed and compassionate Social Care Workers to join a centre supporting young people seeking international protection. This is a meaningful opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of vulnerable children and adolescents in a supportive, team-based environment.

The Role

As a Social Care Worker, you'll play a vital part in supporting young residents through structured daily routines, therapeutic care, and personal development. You will work closely with colleagues to provide consistent, trauma-informed care in line with individualised plans.

Key responsibilities include:

Delivering direct care and emotional support in a residential setting

Promoting wellbeing and independence through therapeutic engagement

Assisting with care planning, risk assessment, and reporting

Supporting residents with education, daily activities, and life skills

Ensuring a safe, inclusive, and respectful living environment

What We're Looking For

Minimum qualifications (Level 7 or higher) in one of the following areas:

Social Care / Social Studies

Psychology (must be Level 8)

Youth and Community Work

Counselling Psychotherapy (including Child & Adolescent or Addiction)

Social Work / Social Sciences

Family Support / Disability Studies

Applied Behavioural Analysis

Nursing Studies / Applied Policing

Higher Certificate in Custodial Care (or equivalent)

CORU-registered Social Care Worker (with or without relevant degree)

At least one year working with children or young people in a professional care setting

A full driving licence is strongly preferred

Only candidates who meet these criteria will be considered.

Employee Benefits

Structured induction and ongoing professional training

Income protection and death-in-service benefits*

Maternity pay scheme*

Access to professional supervision and debriefing

Confidential counselling services

Sick leave and compassionate leave entitlements

Access to Childlink and staff wellbeing resources

Social events and staff recognition initiatives

Hospital Saturday Fund*

Golf society membership

To express your interest or request further details, contact:
Shane Prendergast
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