Project Worker – Church Road, Mulhuddart – Full-Time (37 Hours) & Fixed Term Contract to end 31 December 2026
Mulhuddart, Dublin 15
Why work at Barnardos?
Are you a purpose driven individual who is passionate about making a difference and helping some of society’s most vulnerable children? At Barnardos, we pride ourselves on delivering impactful services that make a difference to the lives of children and families across Ireland.
We believe that childhood lasts a lifetime. As trauma informed specialists our core purpose is to provide the necessary support for children to overcome childhood adversity, embedding a trauma informed ethos and practice into every service we provide.
What we can offer you:
As a Project Worker, we appreciate the value of your time when providing essential services, that’s why we have the necessary support structures and network in place that will allow you to make a real impact on the lives of children across Ireland. We also offer the following:
- Barnardos offers a competitive salary – recognising the experience you bring to the role
- Generous annual leave entitlements plus discretionary Company days
- Employee pension scheme with employer contribution/ Company Sick Pay Scheme
- Access to regular trauma informed support, supervision, training and many other professional development opportunities
- Tax saver and bike to work schemes in operation
- Access to the Employee Assistance/Wellbeing programme for employees and their immediate family members
What’s the Role and Service?
We are looking for an experienced Project Worker to join our team in the family service Mulhuddart. The primary purpose of this role is to conduct Initial Assessments (IAs) on low – medium risk referrals received from Tusla’s social work department using the Signs of Safety approach to child protection and welfare concerns.
You will also implement programmes that respond to the needs of children and families referred to the service for family support work, working in partnership with families and other organisations, community, voluntary bodies and statutory bodies as appropriate.
What will my day to day look like?
- Assess the needs of the children and the families engaging with the projects.
- Plan, implement and review programmes for children/young people/carers/families based on an assessment of their individual and group needs. This includes direct work through key working, group sessions, outreach, and centre-based activities, as well as advocacy at both individual and group level.
- Liaise effectively with families and other statutory, community and voluntary bodies and to attend and contribute to reviews and case conferences as required.
- Undertake initial family assessments using the signs of safety framework on child welfare and protection referrals made to TUSLA social work department.
- Participate in interagency group consultation meetings on complex family referrals and assessments.
- Provide family support services (group and individual supports) to children in the age range of 0-18 years of age and their families.
What experience do I need?
A minimum of 2 years’ experience, comprising:
- 1 year post-qualification experience, and
- 1 year prior qualification experience working with vulnerable children and families
Desirable Knowledge:
- Up to date with evidenced informed thinking with regard to interventions for children and families on an individual and group level.
- Use of Signs of Safety as a tool for screening and assessing risk.
- Experience of Meitheal processes.
- Maintaining electronic records.
Do I need a qualification?
A recognised third level practice qualification (minimum Level 7 on the QQI) in one of the following:
- Early Childhood Care and Education
- Social Care
- Education
- Social Work
- Youth Work
- Or related discipline (Psychology, Counselling or Nursing, etc.).
A full driving licence and access to the use of a suitably insured car is essential.
Applicants must be registered or eligible for registration with CORU as a Social Care Worker. This includes those currently in the process of registration under CORU’s transitional arrangements (‘grandparenting route’). Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria but have not yet completed registration are encouraged to apply. However, you will be required to provide proof of registration or evidence they have initiated the application process.
The post-holder is initially assigned to work in the Mulhuddart, Dublin 15 service but may be required in the future to work in other project(s) in the Dublin area in line with organisational needs.
Full Job Description Project Worker – Church Road, Mulhuddart
Barnardos is an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.
Please complete the Application form on Barnardos Website to apply today!
Application Procedure
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Shortlisting will apply (please note, CVs are not accepted on their own, candidates must complete and submit our application form through Barnardos website).
Candidates who are moved to the 2nd stage of our Recruitment process are required to complete a medical questionnaire and the E-Vetting process. References will also be taken up at this stage.
Vacancy Details
LOCATION
Mulhuddart, Dublin 15
Employment Type
Full-Time (37 Hours) & Fixed Term Contract to end December 2026
Salary
€37,498 - €57,961
Contact Person
Joan Dunne on 018204033 / [email protected]
Closing Date
Interview Date
Thursday 5th February