Location: Dublin, Ireland
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: Competitive, depending on qualifications and experience
Reports To: Care Manager
Experience Required: Previous experience in a care or support role is highly desirable

Job Description:

We are looking for a compassionate, professional, and motivated Social Care Worker to support individuals who require assistance due to age, disability, illness, or social challenges. The successful candidate will promote dignity, independence, and well-being while delivering personalized care and support services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide person-centered care and support to clients based on individual needs and care plans.
• Assist with daily activities such as personal hygiene, dressing, eating, mobility, and medication reminders.
• Encourage and support clients to maintain independence and participate in community and social activities.
• Develop and maintain trusting relationships with clients, families, and other professionals.
• Maintain accurate and timely records, including care notes, incident reports, and assessments.
• Advocate for clients’ rights and needs, ensuring safeguarding practices are followed.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, healthcare providers, and external agencies.
• Respond to emergencies or crises in a calm, responsible manner.
• Participate in regular training and supervision to ensure best practices are upheld.

Requirements:

• Relevant qualification in social care, health and social care, or a related field.
• Previous experience in a care or support role is highly desirable.
• Understanding of safeguarding, health and safety, and data protection practices.
• Basic knowledge of mental health, disability, or elderly care issues.
• Valid driver’s license (if travel is required).

Skills and Attributes:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Empathy, patience, and a genuine passion for helping others.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Working Conditions:

• Based in a residential care unit.
• May involve physical effort, emotional resilience, and dealing with challenging behaviour.

Equal Opportunities: GS Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.