Social Care Worker.

On behalf of our client in public health, we are currently recruiting Social Care Workers to join a dedicated team based in Roscommon. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a multidisciplinary service, supporting service users to maximise their independence, wellbeing, and quality of life in a person-centred environment. Both full-time and part-time opportunities may be available.

Main Duties

• Support service users in accordance with person-centred care plans, promoting independence, dignity, and choice.
• Build positive, professional relationships with service users while encouraging participation in daily living, social, and community activities.
• Contribute to the development, implementation, and review of individual care and support plans.
• Promote the rights, welfare, and safeguarding of service users at all times.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, healthcare professionals, and external agencies to ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Maintain accurate records and complete all required documentation in line with organisational policies and professional standards.
• Report and record incidents, concerns, and changes in service users’ wellbeing promptly and appropriately.
• Participate in team meetings, handovers, supervision, and training as required.
• Follow all relevant policies, procedures, and health and safety guidelines.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies and support service users in line with established protocols.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and contribute positively to the continuous improvement of the service.
• Carry out any other duties appropriate to the role as required by management.

Requirements

• A recognised qualification in Social Care or an equivalent relevant qualification.
• CORU registration, or evidence of eligibility or application for registration where applicable.
• Previous experience in a health or social care setting is desirable.
• A person-centred approach with a genuine commitment to supporting individuals to achieve positive outcomes.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organisational, and teamwork skills.
• Strong IT and record-keeping skills.
• A good standard of written and spoken English.
• A full clean driving licence may be required.

Job Details

• Location: Roscommon
• Position Type: Full-time (part-time opportunities may also be available)
• Work Setting: On-site
• Remuneration: Salary aligned with the current Department of Health pay scale.