Job Title: Adult Education Development Worker (Mid-West Region)

Location: Based at MWRDAF Office, Corporate House, Mungret Street, Limerick (with a regional remit covering Clare, Limerick, and North Tipperary)
Employer: Mid-West Regional Drugs & Alcohol Forum (MWRDAF)
Reporting to: Regional Co-ordinator, MWRDAF

About Us

The Mid-West Regional Drugs & Alcohol Forum (MWRDAF) was established under the National Drugs Strategy 2001–2008 to coordinate a regional response to illicit drug use. In partnership with the HSE Mid-West Drug and Alcohol Service, we lead strategic development and implementation across Clare, Limerick, North Tipperary, and Limerick City. Our current Strategic Plan (2024–2027) prioritises expanding recovery opportunities and fostering a culture of recovery in services and communities.

Role Overview

We are seeking a dynamic Recovery Worker to lead the development of a regional recovery strategy and implement supportive structures and processes. This role plays a vital part in increasing meaningful progression opportunities and embedding recovery across the Mid-West.

Across the continuum of services in the Mid-West we have identified the need to develop opportunities for education, training, occupation, employment and pro-social activities for those in recovery from addiction. The purpose of this post will be to enhance access and availability in these areas for service users in recovery; with a view to identifying pathways post treatment into further education, training and employment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of a Mid-West recovery strategy
• Engage with services, communities, and stakeholders to promote a culture of recovery
• Design and support processes that enable meaningful progression opportunities
• Collaborate with partner agencies and the HSE to align efforts and maximize impact
• Report regularly to the Regional Co-ordinator, MWRDAF

Required Qualifications & Skills

• A relevant third-level qualification in social care, community development, addiction studies, or a related field
• Strong understanding of recovery in substance use contexts
• Excellent communication, engagement, and facilitation skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Experience in strategy development and community engagement

Desirable Experience

• Direct experience working in the addiction recovery field
• Knowledge of regional and national drug and alcohol policy frameworks
• Experience working with statutory and community-based services

Terms & Application

This is a full-time position based in Limerick, with regional travel required.

To apply or for further information, please contact: 

Application Deadline: Please forward your CV and cover letter by Thursday, June 13th at 5:00 PM to info@mwrdtf.ie

Helen Ryan
Regional Co-ordinator, MWRDAF
Phone: 061 607242 / 087 3735900
Email: helen.ryan9@hse.ie

Rory Keane
Regional Co-ordinator, HSE Mid-West Drug & Alcohol Service
Phone: 061 318 633 / 087 246 4393
Email: rory.keane1@hse.ie