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Professionally Qualified Social Worker

Negotiable Allied Health Professionals Drogheda, Dundalk

Position: Professionally Qualified Social Worker – Adults Disabilities
Location: Drogheda or Dundalk, Co. Louth
Contract: Full-time, , 6-12 months, with strong potential for extension

Role: Monday- Friday, 35 hour working week
Start Date: Immediate
Salary: HSE Pay Scale – Professionally Qualified Social Worker

Excel Recruitment is proud to partner with a well-established disability service in the northeast to recruit a dedicated Social Worker for a full-time role based in Drogheda or Dundalk.

This is a rewarding opportunity to work directly with adults who have intellectual disabilities, promoting their rights, autonomy, and inclusion within the community, while also offering support to families and carers.

Job Purpose:

To provide professional, person-centred social work support to adults with intellectual disabilities and their families, promoting dignity, independence, and equal participation in community life. The Social Worker will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to assess needs, develop care plans, safeguard vulnerable adults, and advocate for appropriate supports and services.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Carry out psychosocial assessments and develop individualised care/support plans in collaboration with service users, families, and carers.
  • Support adults with intellectual disabilities in navigating life transitions, such as independent living, employment, and community integration.
  • Provide emotional and practical support to families and caregivers, ensuring they are equipped to meet the needs of their loved ones.
  • Promote and advocate for the rights and welfare of service users in accordance with relevant legislation and HSE guidelines.
  • Participate in safeguarding procedures, reporting concerns of abuse or neglect and following up as per national policy.
  • Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders including disability support teams, primary care, day services, and residential settings.
  • Maintain accurate, timely, and professional documentation and case notes in accordance with best practice and data protection standards.
  • Contribute to service planning and development by identifying gaps in services and advocating for improvements.
  • Participate in team meetings, supervision, and ongoing professional development.

Essential Criteria:

  • Professional Qualification in Social Work
  • CORU Registration (essential)
  • Experience working with adults with intellectual disabilities or in disability services
  • Sound understanding of safeguarding principles, disability rights, and person-centred care
  • Strong communication, advocacy, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
  • Full clean driving licence and access to own transport
  • Valid Garda vetting and overseas police clearance (where applicable)

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For more information about this opportunity, please reach out confidentially to Charlene Cooke by email or contact Charlene by telephone 089-9455139.

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