Job Overview
The Community Worker role within HSE South West offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact across communities in Kerry and Cork. This permanent, wholetime position focuses on supporting social inclusion initiatives and collaborating with voluntary, community, and statutory organisations to enhance local wellbeing and services.
This is an ideal role for a qualified Social Worker with strong community engagement experience who is passionate about improving outcomes for individuals and communities.
Key Responsibilities
- Work collaboratively with community, voluntary, and statutory organisations
- Support social inclusion initiatives across Kerry and Cork regions
- Engage with local communities to identify needs and develop appropriate responses
- Provide professional social work services in line with HSE standards
- Promote community development and empowerment strategies
- Contribute to multidisciplinary teams and inter-agency partnerships
- Maintain accurate records and reports in accordance with policy
- Support service planning and delivery at community level
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Recognised qualification as a Social Worker
- Registration with CORU (or eligibility to register)
- Demonstrated experience working with community, voluntary, or statutory organisations
- Strong understanding of community development principles
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Full driving licence and access to transport (desirable)
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
Salary Scale: €50,621 – €73,080 (including Long Service Increments)
Employment Type: Permanent Wholetime
Benefits include public sector pension, annual leave entitlement, and ongoing professional development opportunities.
Location & Employer Information
This role is based across multiple locations within HSE South West, including:
- Kerry Community Work Department, IHA Kerry
- Cork North Community Work Department, IHA Cork North & East
- Cork South Community Work Department, IHA Cork South & West
The position is offered by HSE South West, delivering essential health and social care services across Kerry and Cork. You will be working in a dynamic, community-focused environment aimed at improving social inclusion and public health outcomes.
Application Details
Applications should be submitted in line with HSE recruitment procedures. Please refer to the official documentation for full details:
- Job Specification SWHSC96486 (DOC, 58KB)
- Application Form SWHSC96486 (DOC, 73KB)
- Additional Campaign Information SWHSC96486 (DOC, 47KB)
For application queries, contact:
Regina McGivern
Social Inclusion, HSE South West
Áras Sláinte, Wilton Road, Cork, T12 XRRO
Email: Regina.McGivern@hse.ie
Mobile: 087 4065071
Informal enquiries:
Eleanor Moore
PCW Cork South & West
Email: eleanort.moore@hse.ie
Mobile: 087 6599485
Last Day to Apply: 05 May 2026 at 5:00 PM
