Case Worker - Maternity Cover: Social Care Impact

Depaul; Ireland; On-site; EUR 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Maternity leave 18 weeks

Pension matched

Health cash plan

Life Assurance 4x salary

Annual leave 25–30 days

Job summary

Depaul is seeking a Case Worker for a maternity cover role in Cork. The position is full time (35 hours across 7 days) on a fixed-term contract ending December 2026 with a likelihood of extension.

The role involves holistic care, risk assessment, and collaboration with external agencies to support residents experiencing homelessness. Applicants should have 2 years of social care experience, a Case Management qualification, and a strong commitment to Depaul's values.

Qualifications

• 2 year’s paid experience working in a social care field, desirably in a residential setting (essential).
• Social Studies / Case Management accreditation required.
• Experience with intimate partner violence contexts.
• Knowledge of risk assessment processes and systems.
• Understanding of harm reduction and low threshold working.
• Experience with needs assessment, keyworking and support planning for people with complex needs.
• Familiar with statutory and voluntary sector resources for homeless people.
• Commitment to Health and Safety in residential settings.
• Good IT skills and professional email use.
• Respect for Depaul values and ethos.

Responsibilities

• Meet residents' practical needs (food, laundry, bedding) in a safe, high-standard service.
• Assess needs and refer residents to appropriate agencies.
• Provide key working, document progress, and advocate for residents.
• Liaise with external agencies, health boards and county councils.
• Adhere to quality assurance policies and procedures.
• Assist medical staff with residents’ health care needs.
• Participate in handovers, supervise volunteers, support team decisions.
• Engage in supervision and annual appraisals; pursue development.
• Follow Depaul policies on Health and Safety, Confidentiality, and Conduct.

Skills

Good communication

Computer literacy

Team player

Education

Social Studies /Case Management Accredited Qualification

Job description

Depaul is seeking a Case Worker for a maternity cover role in Cork. The position is full time (35 hours across 7 days) on a fixed-term contract ending December 2026 with a likelihood of extension.

The role involves holistic care, risk assessment, and collaboration with external agencies to support residents experiencing homelessness. Applicants should have 2 years of social care experience, a Case Management qualification, and a strong commitment to Depaul's values.