Social Care Worker
We are currently recruiting a Social Care Worker to join a Primary Care Social Work Team base in Dublin, supporting individuals living in the community to achieve greater independence, wellbeing and quality of life.
The successful candidate will work as part of the wider multidisciplinary team and will provide practical, person-centred support to individuals in line with their individual needs and personal plans. The role focuses on promoting dignity, choice, independence and participation in everyday life.
Key Responsibilities of the Social Care Worker:
- Provide high-quality social care support in accordance with professional standards, legislation and relevant policies.
- Develop positive and respectful relationships with individuals and their families.
- Promote the rights, dignity, independence and wellbeing of service users.
- Support individuals to participate in care planning and decision-making.
- Implement and review care plans and interventions developed by the Social Work Team.
- Support individuals with aspects of home management, including budgeting, cleaning and personal hygiene.
- Assist with the organisation of personal documents, information and finances.
- Accompany and support individuals attending medical, clinical and community appointments.
- Support individuals to access training, social and community activities.
- Act as a keyworker where required.
- Coordinate and maintain networks of formal and informal supports around the individual.
- Liaise with statutory and voluntary agencies to arrange appropriate services and supports.
- Participate in case reviews, meetings and multidisciplinary working.
- Provide clear written and verbal updates to the Social Work Team and wider MDT.
- Promote safeguarding and ensure individuals are protected from abuse, bullying and other risks.
- Participate in crisis management in line with relevant policies and procedures.
About You
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Strong professional knowledge and understanding of Social Care and Social Work practice.
- Knowledge of appropriate theoretical models and approaches.
- Ability to apply appropriate interventions to meet individual needs.
- Strong assessment, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage and prioritise a busy caseload.
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to advocate effectively for the rights, choices and needs of individuals.
- Commitment to person-centred and user-focused services.
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, email and internet-based systems.
Professional Development
The successful candidate will have access to professional supervision and will be expected to engage in reflective practice, ongoing training and continuing professional development. The role also involves maintaining knowledge of relevant legislation, professional standards and best practice.
What’s on Offer
- Opportunity to work within a Primary Care Social Work Team.
- Meaningful community-based work supporting individuals to live as independently as possible.
- Multidisciplinary working with a range of healthcare and community professionals.
- Professional supervision and ongoing development opportunities.
- A varied and rewarding role focused on person-centred care and improving quality of life.
Contact Us:
If you or someone you know is interested in this position, please send a copy of your CV to nadams@medforce.ie
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