Are you a dedicated Social Care Worker seeking a rewarding opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of young people? MCMA is actively seeking passionate individuals to join our team in Tusla residential units in Dundalk. As a leading agency, we pride ourselves on connecting talented professionals with impactful roles, offering unparalleled flexibility and support.
We understand the importance of work-life balance and career growth. When you join MCMA, you're not just taking a job; you're gaining a partner committed to your professional journey. This role offers you the chance to work with diverse client groups, allowing you to focus on areas of social care that truly resonate with your passion and expertise.
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The unique opportunity to gain varied experience across different client groups or specialise in your preferred area of social care.
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Exceptional flexibility to help you achieve an optimal work-life balance.
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Dedicated, individualised support from the MCMA team throughout your placement.
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Competitive pay rates, aligned with Tusla's established remuneration scales.
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Access to a comprehensive health insurance scheme.
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Participation in our Public Transport Scheme, providing significant savings on bus and rail fares.
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A qualification at degree level 7 or higher on the National Framework of Qualifications in Social Care, Applied Social Studies, Social Care Practice, or an equivalent field.
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Current or ongoing registration application with CORU as a Social Care Worker.
About The Role
As a Social Care Worker with MCMA in Tusla residential units, you will play a pivotal role in fostering a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment for service users. You will be instrumental in promoting their rights and responsibilities, actively contributing to their holistic development, and ensuring their welfare is at the forefront of all interventions. This role demands a proactive approach, combining compassionate care with professional dedication.
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Actively promote and uphold the rights and responsibilities of each service user within the residential setting.
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Collaborate effectively in the development and meticulous implementation of individualised Care and Placement Plans.
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Champion the physical, emotional, social, educational, and religious welfare of every service user, advocating for their best interests.
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Liaise professionally and effectively with family members and other external professionals, where applicable, to ensure integrated support.
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Strictly adhere to all organisational policies and procedures, maintaining the highest standards of practice.
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Complete accurate and timely documentation and report writing, ensuring clear and comprehensive records.
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Demonstrable client focus, coupled with profound compassion and empathy, is absolutely essential.
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Proven ability to work effectively within a team, alongside the flexibility and initiative to work autonomously when required.
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A current, full, and clean driver’s licence is highly desirable for this role.
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Ongoing or complete registration as a Social Care Worker with CORU is a mandatory requirement.
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Possession of valid work permissions for Ireland.
Required Criteria
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A qualification at degree level 7+ on the National Framework of Qualifications in Social Care, Applied Social Studies, Social Care Practise or equivalent
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Complete or on-going registration application with CORU as Social Care Worker
Desired Criteria
Current full clean driver’s licence
Skills Needed
About The Company
We’re MCMA, and for over three decades, we’ve taken immense pride in delivering unparalleled staffing solutions to Ireland’s social care and healthcare sectors. As an Irish-owned organisation founded on a legacy of high-quality residential care, our commitment to excellence now extends into placing vetted, highly qualified professionals in residential services, hospitals, and nursing homes across the country.
We currently support more than 70 residential care units nationwide, partnering with valued clients including TUSLA, HSE mental health services, Fresh Start, Daffodil, Solis MMC, and Camphill Communities.
Our rigorous, in-depth interview and Garda vetting processes—spanning four to six weeks—ensure we match right-fit professionals with each client’s needs. This dedication has led to exceptional staff-to-client compatibility and an impressively high migration rate of our candidates into full-time roles.
We operate 24/7 administration, maintain high client consistency, and draw from our more than 30 years of industry experience to continuously exceed national standards and follow best practice in care delivery.
Above all, our promise is simple: to deliver staffing solutions that are professional, compassionate, and tailored to support the evolving needs of Ireland’s care providers—because every person deserves the highest standard of care, delivered by people you can trust.
Company Culture
At MCMA, our culture is deeply rooted in a commitment to excellence, empathy, and equality — values that guide us every day.
We bring more than 30 years of experience to the table, but what truly defines us is how personally we care about our people—and theirs. Every team member is thoroughly interviewed, Garda vetted, and hand-matched to take care of vulnerable individuals in places like residential units, hospitals, and community-based settings. This attention to detail helps us maintain exceptional staff compatibility and trust.
Equality and fairness are foundational to how we operate. As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment—regardless of gender, age, ability, race, or background. Our recruitment and workplace policies ensure every individual is treated with dignity and given equal access to roles and development opportunities.
We pride ourselves on being client-focused and flexible. By adapting to care providers’ needs—whether it’s scheduling, specialised staff, or ongoing support—we foster collaborative partnerships grounded in reliability and trust.
Professionalism and accessibility are central to our ethos. We operate with a 24-hour administrative backbone, maintaining clear communication channels and ensuring our clients always have the support they need when they need it.
At our heart lies a fundamental belief: that excellent care begins with excellent people. We strive to enrich our healthcare community by providing skilled, dedicated professionals—and by doing so, we ensure safer, more compassionate environments for those who need it most.
Company Benefits
Health insurance, Vacation, Paid time off, Paid sick days, Retirement plan and/or pension, Flexible schedule, Referral bonus
Salary
Not disclosed
