Now Hiring: Addiction Case Workers

Donnycarney Addiction, Family & Child Service

We have expanded: Join Our Team at Brook Recovery Hub and Donnycarney Youth Project

Position: Addiction Case Worker

Location: Coolock, Dublin 17 and Donnycarney, Dublin 5

Brook Recovery Hub and Donnycarney Youth Project (DYP) are 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.

As we have expanded our services, we are looking for passionate, motivated, and proactive individuals to join our growing team! The successful candidate will work between our premises in Coolock and Donnycarney. Family and Child Case Work will be included in the role.

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 Candidate:

• 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.

Role Criteria 

• Qualification: Level 8 Degree in Social Care, Social Science, Addiction Studies, or related field
• Experience in Substance Use Settings: Minimum 3 years full-time paid experience
• Experience in Evidence-Based Interventions (MI, CRA, CRAFT, CBT, SMART): Formal accreditation or training in these specific addiction based interventions
• Group Work: Experience in the design, delivery, and evaluation of therapeutic groups
• Working Hours: Flexibility required, including regular evening support
• Driving Licence: Full Clean Driver’s Licence essential and DI 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.

Ready to Apply?

Please submit:

• A cover letter outlining how you meet the above criteria
• Your up-to-date CV
• Contact details of two referees

Send your application to: admin@dyp.ie 
Closing Date: 12th September at 1pm

Donnycarney Youth Project CLG
Le Chéile, 
Collins Avenue East, 
Donnycarney, 
Dublin 5

01 8314985
(Please quote reference: ACW in your application)

Want to Know More?

For the full job description or further details, contact Catherine on: 01 8314985 or admin@dyp.ie

Donnycarney Youth Project CLG Charity Number: CHY15594 | Reg. 291455 is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Shortlisting will apply based on the essential criteria. Garda vetting is required for the successful candidate.