Now Hiring: 2 Addiction Case Workers

Donnycarney Addiction, Family & Child Service

Donnycarney Youth Project is a vibrant and dynamic community-based addiction team committed to supporting individuals and families affected by addiction. We provide a comprehensive wrap-around service that addresses the complex needs of our clients and their families.

We are currently seeking two dedicated Addiction Case Workers to join our passionate and experienced team.

About the Role:

As an Addiction Case Worker, you will play a key role in delivering person-centred, holistic services to individuals experiencing addiction-related issues, as well as providing support to their families.

The Ideal Candidates:

• Has a strong commitment to promoting recovery and making a positive difference in the lives of others
• Brings significant experience in individual case work and group facilitation
• Is passionate, empathetic, and resilient
• Thrives in a team-based, community-focused environment

This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a motivated team working at the heart of community addiction services.

Position Comparison: Role One vs Role Two

Criteria

Qualification

• Role One
  Level 8 Degree in Social Care, Social Science, Addiction Studies, or related field
   
• Role Two
  Level 8 Degree in Social Care, Social Science, Addiction Studies, or related field

Experience in Substance Use Settings

• Role One
  Minimum 3 years full-time paid experience
   
• Role Two
  Minimum 12 months experience full-time paid experience

Experience in Evidence-Based Interventions (MI, CRA, CRAFT, CBT)

• Role One
  Essential
   
• Role Two
  Desired

Group Work

• Role One
  Experience in the design, delivery, and evaluation of therapeutic groups
   
• Role Two
  Knowledge of addiction-related issues and their effects on individuals, families, and communities

Working Hours

• Role One
  Flexibility required, including regular evening support
   
• Role Two
  Flexibility required, including regular evening support

Driving Licence

• Role One
  Full Clean Driver’s Licence essential and DI licence desirable
   
• Role Two
  Full Clean Driver’s Licence desirable

Additional Information:

• Location: Successful candidates will work across Donnycarney and Bonnybrook/Coolock areas.
• Relief Panel: We are also recruiting for relief staff to form a panel. The above criteria will apply accordingly.
• Salary: Aligned with the HSE Social Care Worker Salary Scale, and commensurate with experience.

How to Apply:

Email CV and Cover Letter to jen@dyp.ie by 27th June, interviews will be held week commencing 7th July