Social Worker

Allied Health/Nursing; Leinster; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Health/Nursing in Co. Louth is seeking a CORU-registered Social Worker to join our Safety and Welfare team and support children and families.

You will undertake assessments, contribute to care and support planning, coordinate interventions and work with colleagues and professionals to promote safeguarding and positive outcomes for children and young people. This is a 35-hour per week, specified-purpose contract until 1 April 2027, with opportunities for professional development within a

Qualifications

• Recognised Social Work qualification.
• Current CORU registration.
• Full right to work in Ireland.
• Full driving licence desirable for community-based work.
• Strong assessment, communication and report-writing skills.
• Experience in child protection, safeguarding or child and family services desirable.

Responsibilities

• Undertake assessments and contribute to care and support planning.
• Coordinate interventions and work with colleagues and relevant professionals.
• Promote safety and welfare of children and support families.

Skills

Assessment skills

Communication skills

Report-writing

Team collaboration

Education

Recognised Social Work qualification

Job description

Are you a CORU-registered Social Worker looking for your next opportunity in Co. Louth?

We are currently recruiting a dedicated Social Worker for an opportunity within a Safety and Welfare team in Co. Louth.

This role offers the opportunity to work with children and families, contributing to safeguarding, assessment and intervention while supporting positive outcomes for children and young people.

The Role

As a Social Worker, you will play an important role in promoting the safety and welfare of children and supporting families. You will undertake assessments, contribute to care and support planning, coordinate interventions and work collaboratively with colleagues and relevant professionals.

What’s on Offer?

• Salary:€44,875–€65,040 per annum, depending on incremental point

• Hours: 35 hours per week

• Contract: Specified-purpose contract, expected to run until 1 April 2027

• Opportunity to contribute to child protection and family support services

• Collaborative working environment and opportunities for professional development

Requirements

• Recognised Social Work qualification

• Current CORU registration

• Full right to work in Ireland

• Full driving licence desirable for community-based work

• Strong assessment, communication and report-writing skills

• Experience in child protection, safeguarding or child and family services desirable