Social Care Practitioner

Job description

Job Title: Social Care Practitioner

Location: Limerick/Clare

Role Type: Full-Time | Permanent

Reports To: Centre Manager / Line Manager

About the Role:

Noel Group is currently seeking an experienced and compassionate Social Care Practitioner on behalf of a client operating within the accommodation and resident support sector. This role is centred around supporting residents with a broad range of social care and integration needs, with a particular focus on vulnerable individuals and those requiring additional support accessing services and community resources.

The successful candidate will play a key role in promoting resident wellbeing, supporting integration into the local community, and ensuring residents have access to appropriate healthcare, education, social supports, and advocacy services. This is a rewarding opportunity for a motivated and empathetic professional who is passionate about delivering person-centred care and making a positive impact within diverse communities.

The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and the ability to work collaboratively with both internal teams and external agencies.

What’s in it for you?

• €50,000 per annum (DOE)
• Opportunity to work within a meaningful and rewarding social care environment
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative working culture
• Opportunity to build strong community partnerships and make a lasting impact
• Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation
• Employee assistance and wellbeing support.
• Exposure to multidisciplinary and community-based working environments

Key Responsibilities

Resident Support & Wellbeing

• Support and promote the overall wellbeing, dignity, safety, and independence of residents at all times.
• Develop, implement, and monitor Integration Plans tailored to the individual needs of residents.
• Identify residents with additional or special reception needs and ensure appropriate supports are put in place.
• Provide practical and emotional support to residents in a compassionate, respectful, and culturally sensitive manner.
• Respond proactively to resident queries, concerns, and complaints, ensuring all matters are managed professionally and efficiently.
• Assist residents in accessing healthcare services, trauma counselling, education, training, childcare, family supports, and community resources.
• Signpost and/or refer residents to relevant external services and agencies where appropriate.

Community & Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with local service providers and community organisations including:
• GPs and healthcare providers
• Schools, colleges, and educational institutions
• Family and child support services
• Volunteer and charity organisations
• Citizen Information services
• Local sporting and community groups
• Religious and faith-based organisations
• Establish and maintain effective communication channels with national support organisations and NGOs including organisations focused on migrant, refugee, women’s, and human rights supports.
• Encourage resident participation and integration within the wider local community.

Safeguarding & Vulnerability Support

• Identify vulnerable residents and implement appropriate support and safeguarding measures.
• Maintain accurate, confidential, and up-to-date records in line with GDPR and organisational policies.
• Ensure all safeguarding, welfare, and protection concerns are escalated appropriately.
• Promote equality, diversity, inclusion, and anti-discriminatory practice in all aspects of the role.

Operational & Team Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with colleagues, management, and external stakeholders to ensure effective service delivery.
• Maintain excellent professional relationships with residents, colleagues, and partner organisations.
• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of policies, procedures, and best practice standards.
• Participate in training, supervision, team meetings, and continuous professional development.
• Carry out additional duties as reasonably required by management.

Key Requirements

Essential Requirements

• QQI Level 7 qualification in Social Care, Applied Social Studies, Social Work, Community Development, Psychology, or a related discipline.
• Previous experience working within social care, community support, residential services, refugee support services, homeless services, or similar environments.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, trauma-informed practice, and person-centred care.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong organisational, administration, and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience supporting vulnerable individuals from diverse cultural and social backgrounds.
• Good working knowledge of relevant social support services and referral pathways in Ireland.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to maintain accurate records.
• Full clean driving licence desirable.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience working with migrant, refugee, or international protection applicants.
• Knowledge of Irish social care legislation, child protection, and safeguarding frameworks.
• Additional training in trauma-informed care, mental health support, conflict resolution, or intercultural awareness.
• Experience liaising with external agencies, NGOs, and community groups.