0.5WTE (17.5 hours)/1 WTE (35 hours)Specified purpose (Approx. 12 months)H.S.E. fundedBased in the Community Palliative Care Team, Harold's CrossAn exciting opportunity has arisen in the Social Work department for a motivated and enthusiastic individual wishing to progress their career. The successful candidate will provide a comprehensive social work service as part of a multi-disciplinary team, where the focus is on the psychosocial aspects of patient and family care, bereavement support and counselling.QualificationsEssential RequirementsNational Qualification in Social Work (NQSW) or equivalentRegistration as a Social Worker with CORUFull drivers LicenceExperienceThree years post qualification experienceExperience in the area of bereavement and lossIntermediate level IT skillsInformal enquiries are most welcome.Please contactLouise Casey|Principal Medical Social Worker| |A detailed Job Description and Person Specification is available below or from the HR department | | Latest date for receipt of applications is 13th October 2025Department of Health & Children salary scales will apply for HSE funded posts. A panel may be formed from which future Senior Medical Social Worker positions based in Wicklow (permanent, full time) may be filled in line with Our Lady's Hospice & Care Services panel management guidelines.Our Lady's Hospice & Care Services is an equal opportunities employer and supports a smoke free environment.