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Social Care Practitioner, Children's Residential Services
Elkanna Limited · Ireland · Full-time, rostered shifts
Support children and young people in safe, structured residential care settings with consistency, compassion, and professional accountability.
About this role
Elkanna is seeking Social Care Practitioners to provide day-to-day therapeutic care for children and young people in our residential services.
This role suits professionals who can combine warmth, boundaries, practical support, and strong safeguarding practice in a child-centred environment.
Key responsibilities
- Provide direct care, routine, and emotional support to children and young people in line with individual care plans.
- Promote safety, stability, dignity, and positive relationships throughout daily residential life.
- Maintain accurate records, handovers, incident reports, and care documentation.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, social workers, schools, and external professionals.
- Apply trauma-informed, rights-based, and safeguarding-led practice in every interaction.
What we're looking for
- Relevant qualification in Social Care, Applied Social Studies, Youth and Community Work, Psychology, or a related discipline.
- Experience supporting children, young people, families, or vulnerable groups.
- Strong communication, professional boundaries, and reflective practice.
- Willingness to work rostered shifts, including evenings, weekends, and sleepovers where required.
- Eligibility to work in Ireland and complete required safeguarding and vetting checks.
Desirable experience
- Experience in residential care, disability support, child protection, or trauma-informed practice.
- Full clean driving licence.
- CORU registration or active progression toward registration where applicable.