Senior Medical Social Worker
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Medical Social Worker to join our multidisciplinary team in Kildare. The successful candidate will play a key role in providing professional social work services to patients, assessing their needs, and developing effective care plans.
About the Role:
The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Social Work or an equivalent qualification, be registered with the Social Work Registration Board at CORU, and have three years of post-qualification experience. They will also have Irish working rights, a full driving license, and own transport.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide professional social work services to patients, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of social work programs.
* Manage patient care to ensure high-quality standards using evidence-based care planning approaches.
* Collaborate with patients, families, carers, and other staff members to set goals and develop support/intervention plans.
* Participate in multidisciplinary/healthcare teams, working collaboratively with colleagues.
* Maintain comprehensive clinical records of assessments, interventions, and communications.
Requirements:
* Registration on the Social Worker Register maintained by the Social Work Registration Board at CORU.
* Hold a degree in Social Work or an equivalent qualification and be eligible for membership with the Irish Association of Social Workers.
* Three years of full-time post-qualification experience.
* Irish working rights.
* Full driving license and own transport.
Why Join Our Team?
This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, contributing to the well-being of patients and their families. We offer a collaborative and inclusive workplace, where you can grow professionally and make a meaningful difference.
If you are passionate about social work and eager to take on new challenges, please submit your application. We look forward to hearing from you!