Professionally Qualified Social Worker

Allied Health/Nursing; Dublin; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive HSE-aligned salary

Supportive multidisciplinary team environment

Ongoing professional development opportunities

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Dublin is hiring a Professionally Qualified Social Worker (PQSW) for a Mental Health Team. This role includes conducting psychosocial assessments, providing therapeutic support, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Candidates must hold a degree in Social Work and CORU registration or eligibility. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Social Work required along with CORU registration or eligibility.
• Experience working in mental health services is desirable.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Carry out comprehensive psychosocial assessments with service users.
• Provide therapeutic interventions and support to individuals with mental health needs.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Education

Degree in Social Work

CORU registration

Job description

We are currently recruiting a Professionally Qualified Social Worker (PQSW) to join a Mental Health Team based in Churchtown, Dublin. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive multidisciplinary team delivering essential services to adults experiencing a range of mental health difficulties.

Key Responsibilities of the Professionally Qualified Social Worker:

• Carry out comprehensive psychosocial assessments with service users
• Provide therapeutic interventions and support to individuals with mental health needs
• Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team including psychiatry, psychology, nursing, and allied health professionals
• Develop and implement care plans tailored to individual needs
• Support service users in accessing appropriate community supports and services
• Liaise with families, carers, and external agencies
• Participate in safeguarding and risk management processes
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records

Requirements for the Professionally Qualified Social Worker:

• Degree in Social Work
• CORU registration (or eligibility)
• Experience working within mental health services desirable
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Full driver’s licence and access to own transport

Desirable

• Experience within community mental health teams
• Knowledge of relevant mental health legislation and policies
• Experience working with crisis intervention and risk assessment

What’s on Offer

• Competitive HSE-aligned salary
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a specialist mental health setting
• Supportive multidisciplinary team environment
• Ongoing professional development opportunities