Social Care worker for DCP
Job Opportunity: Social Care Worker (DCP Team)
Location: Southgate, Drogheda, Co. Louth
Hours: Full-Time (39 hours per week)
Salary: HSE payscale
Are you a Social Care Worker looking to join an organisation where people are at the heart of everything they do?
Medforce are recruiting an Innovative, Passionate and Committed Social Care Worker (7-8) for DCP who has genuine interest in supporting individuals in a residential care setting located in Drogheda, co. Louth.
This is an incredible opportunity for you to become a Social Care Worker and be an integral part of a day and residential support team who work intensively with individuals to discover what will constitute a good life for the individual and to establish what supports the individual will need to achieve their goals.
I’ve partnered with a truly remarkable client who believes that everyone deserves to live a life of dignity and receive the care they require. As a Social Care Worker you will have the chance to contribute to the well-being and happiness of individuals who rely on our support, fostering a sense of safety, stability, and belonging within their lives.
The Social Care Worker should be responsible, reliable, and skilled in household management, creating a homely and supportive environment. They must possess maturity, conflict resolution skills, and the ability to empower individuals with diverse perspectives.
Responsibilities
- Support individuals with intellectual disabilities in daily living, personal care, and community integration in the DCP department.
- Develop and implement person-centered plans.
- Foster autonomy, advocacy, and social skills.
- Manage household operations, finances, and team coordination.
- Ensure compliance with policies, health, safety, and HIQA standards.
Requirements
- Level 7 qualification in Social Care or equivalent.
- Minimum 1 year of experience with vulnerable adults.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and IT skills.
- Full driver’s license and own transport is preferred
Benefits
- Incremental salary with premiums for Sundays/holidays.
- Career progression and work-life balance.
- Paid annual leave, training, and travel expenses.
- Employee Assistance Program and more.
Ready to take the next step in your social care career? Reach out to Lana Shvets at Medforce at sshvets@medforce.ie / 01 963 7070 for more information.
If you refer a candidate to us who is successfully hired, we can offer you a €150 thank you bonus! T&C’s apply!
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