Social Worker – South East Region

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

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Child protection focus

Collaborative team

Job summary

Medforce Healthcare Recruitment in partnership with our client, a Children and Family Services based in the South East Region of Ireland, is recruiting a Social Worker for the Safety and Welfare team in Waterford.

You will assess, support safeguarding and intervention planning for children and families, working with colleagues and professionals to promote positive outcomes. A 35-hour week and a specified-purpose contract are offered.

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.
• Contribute to care and support planning.
• Coordinate interventions.
• Collaborate with colleagues and relevant professionals.

Skills

Assessment skills

Communication skills

Report writing

Education

Recognised Social Work qualification

CORU registration

Job description

Social Worker (CORU Registered) – South East Region – Waterford

Medforce Healthcare Recruitment in partnership with our client a Children and Family Services based in the South East Region of Ireland are currently recruiting a dedicated Social Worker for an opportunity within a Safety and Welfare team.

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

Interested?

Whether you’re actively seeking a new position or exploring your next career move, we’d love to have a confidential discussion.