Social Care Worker, Kerry Residential
Job Title: Social Care Worker
Location: Rathmore, Co. Kerry
Contract: Permanent Full Time, Part Time and Relief hours available
Basic Hourly Rate: From €16.50 per hour (Premium rates apply to night, weekend and public holiday shifts)
About Us:
At Resilience Healthcare, we are redefining disability services in Ireland. As a Certified B Corp, we deliver exceptional person-centred care while creating a workplace where our teams can realise their potential and progress into leadership.
We support individuals to live independently and lead meaningful lives within their communities. With 75% of our senior team promoted internally and continuous growth plans, we offer real opportunities to progress into leadership and the chance to shape a rewarding, long-term career in a well-supported, professionally run environment.
Our Benefits:
- Competitive salary package
- Premium payments for unsocial hours
- Clear opportunities for career progression and internal promotion
- Ongoing training and continuous professional development
- Supportive, collaborative, and team-focused working environment
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Comprehensive benefits package (including pension, annual leave, and wellness initiatives)
- Generous annual leave entitlement (25 days)
- Bike to Work Scheme
- Positive and inclusive workplace culture
- Opportunities to grow within a rapidly expanding organisation
What We’re Looking For
- Level 7 Degree in Social Care (or equivalent)
- Registration with CORU
- Full Clean Irish driving license essential
- Right to work in Ireland
- Experience working in social care, disability services, residential care or community based services
- Experience supporting individuals with complex needs and person-centred supports
- Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Experience supporting or mentoring colleagues, students or new staff is desirable
- Experience in undertaking shift leadership responsibilities is advantageous.
Skills / Competencies:
- Person-Centred Care & Compassion; Demonstrates empathy and a commitment to supporting individuals with dignity, respect, and independence
- Communication Skills; Communicates clearly and effectively with service users, families, and colleagues
- Teamwork & Collaboration; Works positively as part of a team and contributes to a supportive working environment
- Reliability & Professional Responsibility; Takes accountability, follows procedures, and maintains professional boundaries at all times
- Adaptability & Problem Solving; Responds effectively to changing needs and challenges, using initiative and sound judgement
Key Responsibilities of Social Care Worker
- Support and empower individuals to live fulfilling, independent lives using a person-centred approach
- Contribute to the development, implementation, and review of personalised care/support plans
- Provide personal and intimate care while respecting privacy, dignity, and choice
- Assist with daily living activities, including household tasks, community participation, and transportation
- Administer medication and carry out tasks in line with policy and training
- Maintain accurate daily records and service documentation
- Report safeguarding concerns, incidents, accidents, and potential risks promptly
- Communicate professionally with service users, families, colleagues, and external stakeholders
- Work as part of a team, including attending meetings, training, and supervision
- Work flexibly across a 24/7 service, including day, evening, weekend, and outreach shifts
Resilience Healthcare Ireland is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
