Senior Social Worker in Dublin
- Salary
- €62,675–€80,716 / year
- Contract
- Other
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 11 Nov 2026
About the Role
St. Michael’s House provides a comprehensive range of services and supports to men, women, and children with disabilities and their families in 170 locations in the greater Dublin Area. It supports 1,953 people and this has an impact on thousands of family members. St. Michael’s House is a company funded by the Health Service Executive (HSE), TUSLA and the Department of Education and Skills.
St. Michael’s House supports include; Residential supports and Independent living, Clinical supports, Day supports, Schools, Respite supports and Vocational training services.
Applications are invited for the post of Senior Social Work Practitioner to work as part of SMH Social Work Department (adult services). The post/s will be based in the North Region of SMH with cross-regional responsibility.
The successful candidates will support the effective delivery of the social work function in SMH. St Michael’s House seeks to employ proactive and progressive individuals who identify with the ethos of providing a continuum of innovative services that support people with an intellectual disability to integrate with the community.
Good assessment skills, planning skills and the ability to manage a complex caseload are essential as well as good clinical, organisational and administrative capacity to properly discharge the functions of this role.
This advert is for 2 positions, one is for full-time and the other is for part-time. Part time (17.5 hours) and Full time (35 Hours). Permanent Contract.
Requirements
Essential Requirement for this position:
- NQSW and Degree or Masters in Social Work.
- CORU registered.
- Three years post qualification experience.
- Full clean drivers’ license and access to a car.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
- Eligible to work in Ireland.
Details
Location: Dublin
Salary: €62,675–€80,716 per year
Closing date: 11 Nov 2026
Contract type: Full time, Part-time
Tenure: Permanent
How to Apply
The below documents must be submitted before the application is deemed complete:
- A comprehensive CV, detailing education, skills, career history, experience.
- A short cover letter/personal statement outlining why you wish to be considered for the post and where you believe your skills, experience and values meet the requirements of the position within St. Michael’s House
Informal enquiries are welcomed. Please contact Kim Senior (Head of Social Work), [email protected]
Documents & Campaign Information
Frequently asked
- What are the essential requirements for this Senior Social Worker role?
- NQSW and Degree or Masters in Social Work, CORU registered, Three years post qualification experience, Full clean drivers’ license and access to a car, Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail, Eligible to work in Ireland.
- What are the benefits of working at St Michael’s House?
- HSE Pay Scale, Premium Payments, Generous Annual Leave, Public Pension Scheme, Career Progression, Sick Pay Scheme, Paid Maternity Leave, Cycle to Work Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Training / CPD, Career Progression.
- What is the closing date for applications?
- 11 Nov 2026
- What documents are required to apply?
- A comprehensive CV, detailing education, skills, career history, experience. A short cover letter/personal statement outlining why you wish to be considered for the post and where you believe your skills, experience and values meet the requirements of the position within St. Michael’s House.