Basic Grade Social Worker - CDNT, Dublin Pike

St. Michael’s House provides a comprehensive range of services and supports to men, women, and children with disabilities and their families in 170 locations in the greater Dublin Area, supporting 1,953 people and impacting thousands of family members. The organisation is funded by the Health Service Executive (HSE), TUSLA, and the Department of Education and Skills (figures from 1st May 2021).

Description Professionally Qualified Basic Grade Social Worker

Part‑time, Fixed‑term 12 month contract

Coolock Children’s Disability Network Team

This is an exciting opportunity for a basic grade Social Worker to support children and their families presenting with complex needs arising from a combination of intellectual, physical and/or sensory disabilities. The Social Worker is a valuable member of the Children’s Disability Network Team (CDNT), working as part of a multi‑disciplinary team. A Social Work Team Leader, Senior Practitioner and Basic Grade posts comprise each CDNT. Opportunities for training and regular clinical supervision are provided. This temporary post is assigned to the Coolock CDNT;staff will see children in the CDNT offices at Coolock Primary Care Centre on Cromcastle Road and also at home and in preschool/school.

The successful candidate must have the following:

Degree or Masters in Social Work or equivalent

National Qualification in Social Work (NQSW)

Full registration with CORU

Commitment to the delivery of high‑quality, person‑centred, community‑based services

Excellent communication, time‑management skills and the ability to work independently

Full clean driver’s licence and access to a car

Experience working in children’s disability services

Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team

Benefits of working at St Michael’s House

Premium Payments (Frontline staff)

Sick Pay Scheme

Paid maternity leave

Pension

Cycle‑to‑Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Training / CPD

To Apply

Comprehensive CV detailing education, skills, career history and experience

Short cover letter/personal statement (no more than 2 pages) outlining why you wish to be considered and how your skills, experience and values meet the requirements of this role at St. Michael’s House

Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted

Salary scale :€50,621 – €73,080 LSI

Those with no prior public sector experience will be placed at point 1 of the pay scale

We endeavour to give as much notice as possible for interview dates; candidates should make themselves available

All interviews will be held in person

Candidate note : canvassing will disqualify applicants.

St. Michael’s House is an equal opportunities employer.

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