Role Overview
We are seeking a skilled Maternity Social Work Specialist to provide high-quality medical social work services in a maternity setting.
This is a full-time locum opportunity for a staff grade or senior grade level professional.
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
* Managing the delivery of medical social work services to inpatients and outpatients in a maternity setting.
* Serving as the designated officer for child protection/welfare cases as they arise.
* Liaising with multidisciplinary team members to arrange pre-birth and discharge planning.
* Supervising undergraduate students.
* Developing and maintaining management information systems.
The ideal candidate will possess:
* A recognized qualification as a Social Worker with CORU registration.
* A minimum of 3-5 years postgraduate experience working as a social worker, preferably with supervisory/management experience.
* Excellent knowledge of child protection legislation and guidelines.
* Permission to work in Ireland.
* A professional approach to work.
* Flexibility in work practice.
Key Qualifications
• Recognized Social Work qualification with CORU registration
• 3-5 years postgraduate experience in social work, ideally with supervisory/management experience
• Excellent knowledge of child protection legislation and guidelines
• Permission to work in Ireland
Benefits
The right candidate can expect a challenging and rewarding role that offers opportunities for growth and development.