Senior Social Worker

About Nua Healthcare Services

Nua Healthcare Services is a prominent private healthcare provider in Ireland, specializing in residential, mental health, and supported living services for children and adults with complex needs. The position is based in Gormanstown, County Meath.

Summary of Role

The Senior Social Worker role is suited for experienced professionals ready to advance their career in a progressive healthcare environment. Candidates must be qualified, CORU-registered social workers with at least three years of experience in a related social care setting.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Adhere strictly to company policies and procedures.
• Utilize company IT systems securely and responsibly, in compliance with GDPR regulations.
• Support individuals with mental health conditions to improve their quality of life.
• Collaborate as part of a multidisciplinary team to offer comprehensive patient care.
• Recognize and address the unique challenges faced by patients.
• Conduct assessments, individual and group sessions, and evaluate living conditions to identify concerns and areas for development.
• Prepare detailed reports based on findings to aid team decision-making.
• Guide patients to understand their circumstances, challenge their thoughts constructively, and help them set attainable life improvement goals.
• Work under applicable legal frameworks such as the Mental Health Act (2001) and engage in ongoing professional development.

Qualifications and Experience

• Recognized qualification in social work with CORU registration.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in a similar social care environment.

Required Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Competent IT skills and a good aptitude for learning.
• Effective problem-solving, planning, and decision-making capabilities.
• Capacity to comply with deadlines and manage pressure efficiently.
• Empathy and the ability to understand the needs of others.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Self-motivated with reliability and flexibility.

Employee Benefits

• Company pension scheme.
• Comprehensive induction program.
• Continuous professional development opportunities.
• Excellent career progression prospects.
• Life assurance/death-in-service coverage.
• Paid maternity and paternity leave.
• Educational assistance.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Working hours include a 7-day roster involving shift work.
• Bike to Work scheme participation.
• Referral and retention bonuses for recommending friends.
• Nationwide discounts with various retailers.