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Health Care Assistant /Social Care Support Worker

Health Care Assistant /Social Care Support Worker

locationCarlow, Ireland
PublishedPublished: Published 2 days ago
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Health Care Assistant (HCA)/Social Care Support Worker

Location: Carlow, Ireland

Employer: Attuned Programmes Ireland

Full-Time, Part-Time & Relief Positions Available

Make a Difference, Grow Your Career

At Attuned Programmes Ireland, we believe in changing lives by being present, compassionate, and professional . Join us in providing high quality community, residential, and aftercare supports for adults with mental health needs. Be part of a team where your work matters-not just what you do, but how you do it.

What You'll Do
  • Provide person-centred support in a residential care setting, helping individuals to develop self-care & independent living skills
  • Deliver person-centred care, tailored to individual needs, building independence, self-care, and community integration
  • Collaborate with individuals to set and achieve personal goals
  • Support with daily living tasks while promoting dignity, autonomy, and choice
  • Maintain accurate records, contribute to support plans and engage in reflective practice
  • Participate in training, supervision, and team activities to continuously improve service quality
Who We're Looking For
  • Minimum QQI Level 5 in Health Care, Social Care, or equivalent (or strong relevant experience) Those who are enrolled in a QQI Level 5 course, and progressing are also welcome to apply.
  • Excellent communication, planning, report-writing & basic IT skills
  • Commitment to best practice standards, regulatory compliance, and safeguarding of individuals' rights
  • Reliability, empathy, flexibility, and a positive attitude
  • Garda vetting clearance required; full driving licence desirable but not essential
  • Right to work in Ireland
What We Offer
  • Free breakfast meals when needed
  • Fully paid induction and training, including trauma-informed reflective practice
  • A supportive, team-orientated working environment
  • Dual-occupancy residential centre
  • Paid sick leave
  • Company PRSA pension fund
  • Access to an education fund for continued professional development
Why Attuned vs Others
  • Purpose: You'll be helping people achieve meaningful, independent lives-not just executing tasks.
  • Growth: Unlike many who offer jobs but little investment, we commit to your development (education fund, training etc.).
  • Support & Culture: We aim to have strong management oversight, empathy, and respect-recognising the challenges and rewarding your contribution.
  • Flexibility: Choices around hours and contract type to help balance life and work.
How to Apply

Please send your CV to anu.joy@attunedprogrammes.ie / ericka.irvine@attunedprogrammes.ie . If you are passionate, caring, and ready to grow in social care - we'd love to hear from you.