Senior Social Worker – Children’s Disability Network Team (CDNT)

Allied Health/Nursing; Dublin; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public sector pension

Generous annual leave

Job security

Job summary

Allied Health/Nursing in Ireland seeks a Senior Social Worker for the Children’s Disability Network Teams (CDNT) across multiple locations. The role involves safeguarding, family-centred practice, and leadership in clinical supervision within an interdisciplinary team.

You will provide psychosocial support and advocacy, coordinating IFSPs with other professionals. A CORU registration and 3+ years of post-qualification experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Social Work.
• Current CORU registration is essential.
• Minimum of 3 years post‑qualification clinical experience (Senior grade).
• Experience in disability, paediatrics, or child and family services is highly desirable.
• A full clean driver’s licence and access to a car for community visits.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential psychosocial support, advocacy, and therapeutic interventions within CDNT.
• Work with an interdisciplinary team including OTs, SLTs, and Psychologists to deliver IFSPs.
• Support families following diagnosis or during transitions with emotional and practical guidance.
• Advocate for entitlements, schooling, and community resources for families.
• Lead safeguarding efforts and contribute to service policy development in senior roles.

Skills

Family-centred practice

Trauma-informed care

Excellent communication

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor or Master’s degree in Social Work

Job description

Senior Social Worker - Multiple Locations (Ireland)

Are you a compassionate Social Worker dedicated to supporting children with complex needs and their families? We are currently seeking Social Workers and Senior Social Workers to join our interdisciplinary Children's Disability Network Teams (CDNT).

The Role

• Service: Children's Disability Network Team (CDNT).

• Location: Positions available across various community networks.

• Contract: Permanent, Full-time (35 hours per week).

• Salary: HSE Consolidated Pay Scales.

  • Social Worker: €47,823-€66,750 (DOE).

  • Senior Social Worker: €65,391-€76,143 (DOE).

As a Social Worker within the CDNT, you will provide essential psychosocial support, advocacy, and therapeutic interventions. You will work as part of an interdisciplinary team alongside OTs, SLTs, and Psychologists to deliver integrated Individual Family Support Plans (IFSP).

Key Responsibilities

• Family Support: Providing emotional and practical support to families following a diagnosis or during transition periods.

• Advocacy: Assisting families in navigating systems and accessing entitlements, schooling, and community resources.

• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Contributing to the assessment and goal-setting process within the team.

• Safeguarding: Acting as a lead on safeguarding concerns and ensuring all practice aligns with Children First national guidelines.

• Senior Duties: (Senior Grade) Providing clinical supervision to staff grade social workers, leading complex case conferences, and contributing to service policy development.

Requirements

• Education: A Bachelor or Master's degree in Social Work.

• Registration: Current registration with CORU (Social Workers Registration Board) is essential.

• Experience:

  • Staff Grade: Experience in disability, paediatrics, or child and family services is highly desirable.

  • Senior Grade: Minimum of 3 years post-qualification clinical experience.

• Skills: Strong understanding of family-centred practice, trauma-informed care, and excellent communication skills.

• Transport: A full clean driver's licence and access to a car is required for community visits.

What’s on Offer

• Impactful Work: Be part of a transformative model of care that puts families at the heart of decision-making.

• Professional Growth: Access to regular clinical supervision and HSE-funded CPD opportunities.

• Comprehensive Benefits: Public sector pension, generous annual leave, and job security.

• Collaborative Culture: Work within a supportive, multi-skilled team environment.

Application Note:

We aim to provide feedback where possible. By submitting your CV, we may contact you about other suitable roles unless you indicate otherwise. CVs are reviewed by our central recruitment team to ensure your profile reaches the most relevant recruiter.

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