An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Social Worker to join the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) team in North Dublin. The successful candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary team providing specialist mental health assessment and intervention to children, adolescents, and their families.
This role requires a motivated and experienced practitioner with strong clinical skills, a child- and family-centred approach, and the ability to work effectively within a dynamic mental health setting.
Key Responsibilities of the Senior Social Worker
Provide comprehensive psychosocial assessments of children and adolescents referred to CAMHS
Deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions to young people and their families
Contribute to multidisciplinary team formulation, care planning, and case reviews
Manage a defined caseload in line with service priorities and best practice guidelines
Undertake risk assessments and contribute to safeguarding and child protection processes as required
Liaise with external agencies including Tusla, schools, primary care services, and community supports
Maintain accurate and timely clinical records in accordance with professional and legal standards
Provide clinical supervision and support to junior staff and students where appropriate
Participate in service development, audit, and quality improvement initiatives
Essential Criteria for the Senior Social Worker
Qualification as a Social Worker recognised by CORU
Current registration with CORU (Social Workers Registration Board)
Minimum of three years post-qualification experience working with children and families
Demonstrated experience in assessment and intervention with vulnerable children and young people
Strong knowledge of child protection legislation and policy
Excellent communication, report-writing, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
Desirable Criteria
Experience working within Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) or a mental health setting
Postgraduate training relevant to child, adolescent, or mental health practice
Experience in therapeutic modalities relevant to young people (e.g., CBT-informed approaches, systemic/family work)
What’s on Offer
Senior-grade salary in line with HSE pay scales
Opportunity to work within a specialist multidisciplinary mental health team
Ongoing professional development and CPD support
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Meaningful work supporting children, adolescents, and families in North Dublin
Contact Us
If you or someone you know is interested in this position, please send a copy of your CV to nadams@medforce.ie
If you refer a candidate to us who is successfully hired, we can offer you a €150 thank you bonus! T&C’s apply!
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