Social Care Worker, An Cuan

An Cuan is a regional support service for people with an intellectual disability whose quality of life is compromised as a result of them communicating through behaviours that challenge.

An Cuan assists individuals and their circle of support (including services and families) to enhance their quality of life through the implementation of an effective Person-Ccentred Plan (PCP), Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) plan, and through the provision of interdisciplinary recommendations.

This position is an exciting and unique opportunity for a Social Care Work professional to work as part of an interdisciplinary team (IDT) to develop their knowledge, skills and interest in the areas of PCP and PBS.

For more information see our website at: https://www.horizonscork.ie/ancuan/

Social Care Worker x 1 (2-year fixed contract)

Aligned to the HSE Salary scale for Social Care Worker as of the 01/06/2026:

€41,260, €42,832, €44,769, €46,186, €47,618, €49,058, €50,520, €52,015, €53,528, €55,098, €56,717, €57,789LSI

New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies.

The successful candidate will:

• Work collaboratively with the Positive Behaviour Support Specialists (PBSS) for PBS data assessment, planning, implementation, review and documentation.
• Support the development of Person-Centred Plans and documentation associated with same.
• Be the point of contact for external stakeholders.
• Travel to various locations (dependent on the needs of the person being supported and their circle of support) to carry out their work.
• Partake in the delivery of PCP and PBS presentations that are delivered with the PBS specialists.
• Liaise with other members of the An Cuan IDT when required and appropriate.

Applicants must possess the following:

• A minimum of three years’ experience of working with people who have an intellectual disability/autism and behaviours that challenge.
• A relevant third level qualification in Social Care or equivalent as per CORU requirements.
• A working knowledge of the implementation of Person-Centred Planning, Positive Behaviour Support and positive risk.
• Confidence and self-motivation, excellent interpersonal skills, planning and organisational skills with the ability to build rapport, negotiate and liaise effectively with others (i.e. with families/other members of the interdisciplinary team).
• The ability to problem solve and facilitate problem solving.
• A flexible and creative approach to service delivery.
• Very good IT skills.
• A full clean driving licence and their own vehicle.

What we offer:

• Salary in line with the HSE consolidated pay scales.
• Membership of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme.
• Ongoing supervisory support from Team Leaders.
• Group supervision sessions and learningwith Positive behaviour Support Specialists.
• Regular team reflective practice to support learning and service enhancement.
• Opportunities for learning, professional development and career growth through regular and ongoing contact with members of the IDT. This will also include support with developing and implementing your own professional goals on an annual basis.
• A flexible work environment. An Cuan primarily operate Monday to Friday, however due to the person-centred nature of our work, a level of flexibility is necessary.
• An opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives.

Informal enquiries may be made to Joe McDonald, Regional Coordinator: Email: mcdonaldj@horizonscork.ie

Application forms must be returned no later than Friday 18th September 2026. Applicants may be short listed on the basis of their application.

The Department of Health & Children Consolidated Scales apply.

Visit our website at An Cuan - Horizons