Senior Social Worker

Acquired Brain Injury Ireland; Ireland; Hybrid; EUR 67,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Acquired Brain Injury Ireland is seeking a Senior Social Worker to join the Midlands team (Laois, Offaly and West Meath) on a hybrid, 35-hour contract. The role supports people living with acquired brain injury and their families, delivering person-centred social work and leadership across services.

Ideal candidates will hold CORU registration with at least 5 years post-qualification experience (2 in disability services) and demonstrate clinical expertise, safeguarding, team mentoring, and

Qualifications

• CORU-registered Social Worker (C.Q.S.W/N.Q.S.W or equivalent).
• Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience, including 2 years in disability services.
• Neurorehabilitation or biopsychosocial model experience desirable.
• Experience supporting individuals with autism, physical or sensory disabilities.
• Strong communication and report-writing skills.
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and support staff.
• CORU registration is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centred social work assessments for clients with an acquired brain injury.
• Provide emotional and practical support, advocating for clients and families.
• Lead safeguarding efforts for vulnerable adults and children with liaison to statutory bodies.
• Supervise and mentor social work staff and students.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and external agencies to enhance services.
• Maintain high standards of case recording and CORU-compliance.

Skills

CORU-registered Social Worker

Leadership

Communication

Report-writing

Time management

Conflict resolution

Problem-solving

Education

5+ years post-qualification experience

2 years in disability services

Neurorehabilitation experience / biopsychosocial model

Tools

MS Office / Excel

Job description

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives?

We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Senior Social Worker to join our Team in the Midlands, where person-centred care is at the heart of everything we do.

About The Role:

As a Senior Social Worker, you will play a pivotal role in supporting individuals living with an acquired brain injury. You will support individuals and families to navigate the emotional, social, and practical impact of an acquired brain injury – from adjustment and identity changes to housing, safeguarding, advocacy, and community reintegration. The role combines direct therapeutic work with leadership responsibilities, including supervision, service development, and contributing to organisational strategy.

This is a Permanent, Full-Time, 35 hours contract.

The role will be Hybrid with office bases across our Midlands services; Laois, Offaly and West Meath.

The salary range is €67153-€77460 – DOE.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Deliver compassionate, person-centred social work assessments supporting clients with an acquired brain injury and their families
• Provide emotional and practical support, advocating for clients needs around adjustment, relationships, bereavement and financial matters
• Lead safeguarding efforts for vulnerable adults and children, including risk identification and liaison with statutory bodies
• Supervise, mentor, and induct Social Work staff and students, contributing to a high-performing team culture
• Collaborate across interdisciplinary team and external agencies to enhance support services and drive strategic goals
• Maintain high standards in case recording, reporting, professional development, and compliance with CORU and best practice guidelines
• For a more detailed list of duties, please review the attached job description

Who We're Looking For:

We’re seeking a skilled, compassionate, and confident Senior Social Worker who brings strong clinical judgement, emotional resilience, and a deep commitment to person-centred practice. You will have advanced clinical expertise in assessment, therapeutic intervention, safeguarding, and complex case management, ideally within disability, neurorehabilitation, or health and social care settings. You will be comfortable in a leadership role, while working collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team. A natural advocate, you will promote autonomy, dignity, and inclusion for people with acquired brain injuries, building strong relationships with families, carers, and external agencies. You will also demonstrate emotional resilience and the ability to guide individuals and families through challenging transitions. CORU registration and a commitment to ongoing professional development are essential.

Must Haves:

• CORU-registered Social Worker (C.Q.S.W/N.Q.S.W or equivalent)
• Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience, including 2 years in disability services
• Neurorehabilitation and biopsychosocial model experience (community/residential) desirable
• Experience supporting individuals with autism, physical, or sensory disabilities
• Strong communication and report-writing skills
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and support staff
• Person-first approach with sound judgment and attention to detail
• Skilled in time management, planning, and decision-making
• Proficient in conflict resolution and problem-solving
• Strong MS Office skills, especially Excel

Why Join Us:

• Making a Real Impact - Be part of a mission-driven team passionately advocating for supporting people impacted by brain injury to rebuild their lives with dignity
• Grow with Us - Access tailored induction and specialist training, plus meaningful career development opportunities to help you reach your potential
• Feel Valued - Enjoy long service awards, premium pay (where applicable), paid maternity leave, and a supportive culture that celebrates your contribution
• Work-Life Balance Matters - Flexible working options and wellbeing initiatives empower you to live fully- at work and beyond
• Financial Security & Perks - Competitive salary, defined contribution pension scheme (for eligible employees), free life cover, and access to the Health Care Staff Credit Union
• Support When You Need It - Benefit from the Employee Assistance Programme, revenue-approved mileage rates, and the Bike to Work Scheme

If you’re ready to step into a role that balances professional impact with personal purpose, we’d love to hear from you.

You’re welcome to get in touch with informal queries by emailing the Hiring Manager.

Marian O'Neill - National Service Manager - [e-mail]

Apply by 5pm on the 18th October 2026