Social Care Worker / Counsellor U18 Addiction Service | Midlands

Social Care Worker / Counsellor - U18 Addiction Service | Midlands (Mullingar & Athlone) Salary: €36,000 – €52,000 (DOE) Hours: 35 hours | Monday–Friday Contract: Fixed-term with potential to become permanent Supporting Young People at the Right Time This role focuses on early intervention with young people (U18) experiencing substance misuse, alongside support for their families. You’ll work in a community and outreach setting, where building trust, consistency and engagement is key. What You’ll Do Provide individual support and structured interventions Work with families and affected others Carry out assessments and care planning Collaborate with services such as CAMHS and Tusla Support access to education, health and recovery services Maintain professional and safeguarding standards What You’ll Need Qualification in Social Care, Counselling or related discipline Experience working with young people and/or addiction services Strong understanding of safeguarding and interagency working Ability to work across Mullingar and Athlone locations What You’ll Get Monday–Friday daytime hours Structured, supportive team environment Ongoing training and CPD Opportunity to work in a specialist youth-focused service Potential for permanency Hours: 35 hours per week Career level: Experienced [Non-Managerial] Closing date: 21 May 2026