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Social Worker

€40325 - €58983 Social Worker Cork

An experienced Social Worker is required to join the Tusla West Cork Social Work Department on a part-time, agency basis. This is a 6-month assignment (with possible extension), offering a rewarding opportunity to work with children, young people, and families in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver a professional social work service to children and families referred to Tusla
  • Conduct child protection and welfare assessments in line with Children First and Tusla procedures
  • Develop and review care plans, family support plans, and child protection plans
  • Work in partnership with families, carers, and professionals to support positive outcomes
  • Support children in care, including coordinating family access where appropriate
  • Maintain accurate and timely records and prepare professional reports for court and conferences
  • Contribute to case conferences, multidisciplinary meetings, and interagency reviews
  • Liaise with community services and external agencies to ensure coordinated care
  • Comply with Tusla policies, HIQA standards, and all relevant legislation
  • Engage in regular supervision, ongoing training, and professional development

Requirements:

  • Professional social work qualification recognised by CORU
  • CORU registration (or confirmation of application in progress)
  • Minimum of 2 years’ post-qualification experience in a relevant setting
  • Strong knowledge of child protection, alternative care, and family support frameworks
  • Full driving licence and access to own transport
  • Excellent assessment, communication, and report-writing skills

Desirable

  • Experience in statutory child protection or children in care services
  • Familiarity with Tusla systems, HIQA standards, and inter-agency collaboration

What’s on Offer

  • Agency contract through Excel Healthcare
  • Part-time position: 22 hours per week (typically across 3 days – flexible pattern available)
  • 6-month assignment with potential for extension
  • Competitive agency rates aligned with HSE Social Worker pay scale (€40,325-€58,983 pro-rata) plus agency premium

Start date: ASAP

If you’re a qualified Social Worker ready to take on a meaningful part-time role supporting families in West Cork, we would love to hear from you.

To apply or learn more, please call Barbara on 087 737 9636 or email

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