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Social Care Worker / Counsellor U18 Addiction Service | Midlands

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    3Q Recruitment
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    Ref: #JOB-2444334
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    3Q RECRUITMENT, Spencer House, Spencer Row, Dublin 1, D01 R9T8
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    No of positions: 1
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    Paid Position
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    35 hours per week
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    36000.00 - 52000.00 Euro Annually
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    Published On: 23 Apr 2026
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    Closing On: 21 May 2026

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Social Care Worker / Counsellor - U18 Addiction Service | Midlands (Mullingar & Athlone)

Salary: €36,000 – €52,000 (DOE)
Hours: 35 hours | Monday–Friday
Contract: Fixed-term with potential to become permanent

Supporting Young People at the Right Time
This role focuses on early intervention with young people (U18) experiencing substance misuse, alongside support for their families.
You’ll work in a community and outreach setting, where building trust, consistency and engagement is key.

What You’ll Do
Provide individual support and structured interventions
Work with families and affected others
Carry out assessments and care planning
Collaborate with services such as CAMHS and Tusla
Support access to education, health and recovery services
Maintain professional and safeguarding standards

What You’ll Need
Qualification in Social Care, Counselling or related discipline
Experience working with young people and/or addiction services
Strong understanding of safeguarding and interagency working
Ability to work across Mullingar and Athlone locations

What You’ll Get
Monday–Friday daytime hours
Structured, supportive team environment
Ongoing training and CPD
Opportunity to work in a specialist youth-focused service
Potential for permanency 
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Career Level

  • Experienced [Non-Managerial]

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