Jakub Kostanski
Lobinstown,Meath
Summary
Have experience in managing and supervising a team within a busy and stressful work environment. Compassionate and knowledgeable Social Care Worker with 4 years of experience within ID and Mainstream services. Enabling positive support for service users and experience in providing tailored support to help service users increase independence and quality of life. Dedicated and motivated individual with strong knowledge of safeguarding principles to protect service users and staff from risk. I've also been involved in the Order of Malta for the last 8 years, this has equipped me in working in stressful environment and helping people in de-stress.
Overview
1
1
Certificate
8
8
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Social Care Worker/Team Lead
Access Healthcare
Dublin, Leinster
2026.02 - Current
- Assisted in daily tasks, improving client independence and confidence.
- Facilitated smooth transitions during relocations ensuring minimal disruption for the individual involved.
- Handled challenging behaviours calmly, reducing stress levels within the household.
- Trained in various therapeutic interventions, aiding in the management of challenging behaviours.
- Championed person-centred care, leading to increased levels of dignity and respect for service users.
- Built strong relationships with other healthcare professionals to deliver integrated services.
Senior Social Care Worker / Team Leader
Talbot Group
Bettystown
2026.01 - 2026.02
- Advocated on behalf of service users, ensuring their rights and interests were protected.
- Performed crisis intervention tasks during emergencies maintaining calm environment.
- Assisted in daily living activities for increased independence of service users.
- Managed complex caseloads to deliver high-quality social care services.
- Guided team towards achievement of set targets through motivational leadership.
- Improved team performance with hands-on training and supervision.
Social Care Team Leader/Deputy Person In Charge
Ability West
Galway
2025.05 - 2025.12
- Assisted in daily tasks, improving client independence and confidence.
- Ensured safety regulations were met for the well-being of clients.
- Facilitated smooth transitions during relocations ensuring minimal disruption for the individual involved.
- Provided respite care services to families, giving them much needed breaks.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Improved team performance with hands-on training and supervision.
- Coordinated staff rosters to ensure 24 and 7 coverage.
Social Care Worker
Access Healthcare
Galway
2024.07 - 2025.03
- Facilitated regular leisure activities to fully engage clients.
- Supported clients to maintain their personal hygiene, improved self-esteem.
- Supported, guided and empowered service users to achieve their optimal capabilities.
- Facilitated visits to healthcare professionals, ensured comprehensive medical care.
- Worked closely with other care staff for seamless service delivery.
- Ensured safety within home setting by performing regular risk assessments.
Store Manager
Open The Door Escape Room
Galway, County Galway
2018.01 - 2022.08
- Enforced safety regulations to reduce workplace accidents.
- Implemented cost reduction measures, reduced overhead expenses.
- Boosted department efficiency by streamlining operational processes.
- Secured new business opportunities with successful networking events.
- Improved team performance with hands-on training and supervision.
- Administered medication under supervision for optimum patient health.
- Liaised effectively with other managers, ensuring continuity of services 24/7.
Cadet Leader/National Staff Officer
Order Of Malta
Dublin, Leinster
2018.05 - 2026.04
- Coordinated staff training for improved performance.
- Led the team, ensured productivity and peer development.
- Supervised on-site personnel, ensured optimal productivity.
- Led project coordination, resulting in timely delivery.
- Maintained operational standards by supervising employee performance.
- Handled confidential information discreetly, ensured security of data.
- Liaised with clients, established strong relationships.
- Assisted young individuals in building life skills through various interactive activities and discussions.
- Conducted risk assessments prior to outdoor activities ensuring safety of all participants.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Care
Technological University of The Shannon
Athlone, County Westmeath 2020.09 - 2025.05
Skills
- Emergency first response
- Leadership in diverse environments
- Risk assessment and harm mitigation
- Staff recruitment and supervision
- Effective communication
- Advocacy and community engagement
- Crisis intervention strategies
- Gender-sensitive social work
- Active listening skills
- Interpersonal effectiveness
- Problem-solving abilities
- Team building and leadership
- Time management expertise
- Safeguarding vulnerable adults training
- Data confidentiality practices
Certification
- Social Care Worker (CORU Reg: SCW004338)
- National Staff Officer for Cadet
- Emergency First Aider with the Order of Malta.
- PAL trained with GAISCE.
- Full driving license in automatic vehicles.
- Fully qualified Phlebotomist
Work availability
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Social Care Worker/Team Lead
Access Healthcare
2026.02 - Current
Senior Social Care Worker / Team Leader
Talbot Group
2026.01 - 2026.02
Social Care Team Leader/Deputy Person In Charge
Ability West
2025.05 - 2025.12
Social Care Worker
Access Healthcare
2024.07 - 2025.03
Bachelor of Science - Social Care
Technological University of The Shannon
2020.09 - 2025.05
Cadet Leader/National Staff Officer
Order Of Malta
2018.05 - 2026.04
Store Manager
Open The Door Escape Room
2018.01 - 2022.08
References
References available upon request.
Placement
- I have done 8 weeks of placement with Cope Galway in the Homeless section.
- I have 14 weeks placement with Foroige in Galway.
- I have 3+ years experience with volunteering with Youth Work Ireland.
- I have 6+ year experience volunteering with the Order of Malta Ambulance Corp.
References
References available upon request.