Would you like to work with a skilled & experienced team in a dynamic & challenging environment for a progressive & professional organisation?

The DoCCFS are seeking applications to the post of 

Family Worker (Fixed Term contracts) 

for placement on our Assessment Team in North Dublin

The Daughters of Charity Child and Family Service (DoCCFS) is a publicly funded not for profit organisation. We provide a range of therapeutic supportive services to children and families based in the greater Dublin region. We are a research-informed organisation, led by the values of honesty, justice, fairness, respect and compassion. We put people first, and we are committed to ensuring that the services we provide make a difference. This is reflected in our organisational Strategic Plan, which is based on root and branch consultations with those we serve, our valued teams who provide the service, as well as the leadership and external partners. We invest significantly in supporting our people to the highest level. Our services include: Early Childhood Development Service (ECDS) Family Centre Service Dublin Safer Families Service Assessment Services

Candidates must be educated to degree level in a relevant discipline (e.g. Social Work or Social Care) and must have a minimum of two years’ experience in working with children and families. Successful candidates will carry out initial Child Protection and Welfare assessments on behalf of Tusla using the Signs of Safety framework. Full training in the model will be provided. Experience with SOS model would be a distinct advantage

Experience using mechanisms to evaluate the outcome of work and experience using file keeping software (e.g. Salesforce) will give a distinct advantage.

CV can be forwarded to hr@docharity.ie before 10th January 2025. A job description for the role is also available on request.

Successful applicants will be placed on a panel from which current and future appointments will be made. The panel will be valid for twelve months.

Details of the organisation are available at http://www.docchildandfamily.ie/

Salary scale for the role is €40,452 – €57,438

Successful candidates will benefit from ongoing investment in training and development; will have regular professional supervision and will be eligible for benefits such as competitive salary, credit union scheme and health insurance group scheme. 

A full valid driving licence is required.

The Daughters of Charity is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Honesty, Respect, Fairness, Justice & Compassion