Social Care Worker

Social Care Worker - Riverview Children’s Residential Centre

Permanent Full-Time Contract (2 Positions Available)

Applications are invited for the position of Social Care Workerin Riverview.

Riverview provides accommodation and support for young girls aged 16 - 18 years who are out of home or transitioning from other care settings.

Within the residential centre, the Social Care Worker will work as part of a team to provide a caring, warm, nurturing and safe environment for young people.

This is a full time contract, involving 39 hours per week. The role involves shift work, including weekdays, weekend shifts along with sleepover shifts.

Essential Requirements:

• A recognised professional qualification in Social Care
• Registered with, or eligible for registration with CORU
• A professional, caring, and empathetic approach to working with vulnerable young people
• Strong communication skills with the ability to handle information confidentially and appropriately

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain trusting, supportive relationships with young people
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of Children First: National Guidance for the Protection and Welfare of Children
• Liaise effectively and professionally with colleagues within Good Shepherd Cork and external agencies
• Demonstrate excellent team-working and interpersonal skills
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Implement all organisational procedures and policies including health & Safety and Child Protection guidelines
• Show a genuine interest in the work of Good Shepherd Cork and commitment to its vision, mission and values
• Undertake any additional duties appropriate to the role as assigned from time to time

Closing date: Wednesday 11th February 2026

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: €30,446.96-€31,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Bike to work scheme
• Company pension
• Employee assistance program
• Flexitime
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person