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    Social Care Worker – Athlone

  • Athlone
  • REF NO: 1297955
  • 3Q Recruitment Jobs
  • Temp
  • €19.70

Social Care Worker – Athlone Community & Youth Support | Westmeath

3Q Recruitment is hiring a Social Care Worker to support young people under 18 and their families affected by substance and alcohol misuse in a community-based healthcare service in Athlone.

This is a meaningful front-line role focused on recovery, wellbeing and resilience.

Work pattern:
1 day per week in Athlone
1 day per week in Mullingar

What You’ll Do

• Support young people through person-centred care
• Work with families affected by addiction
• Develop and review individual support plans
• Liaise with CAMHS, Tusla, schools, GPs and youth services
• Maintain clear, confidential case notes
• Follow Children First and safeguarding procedures

What You’ll Need

Level 7 qualification (Social Care, Counselling, Psychology or related)
• Experience in community, youth or social care settings
• Strong communication and empathy
• Knowledge of child protection guidelines
Garda Vetting and right to work in Ireland
• Driving licence and transport desirable

Pay & Benefits

€19.70 per hour
Daytime shifts
Double pay weekends & Bank Holidays
Mileage allowance (Athlone ↔ Mullingar)
• Ongoing training and development
• Supportive recruitment team


About Us:

At 3Q Recruitment, We Operate a People-First Approach.

We are a full-suite niche specialist agency in temporary, permanent, and contract recruitment, focused on connecting the Healthcare Sector with experienced, reliable Catering/Hospitality professionals across Ireland. With our Head Office in Dublin and Candidate & Processing Hubs in Offaly and Galway, we work with Non-Profit, Communities, HSE, and Healthcare industries nationwide to provide high-quality staffing solutions, delivering trusted, experienced professionals efficiently and reliably.

Our team supports candidates and clients alike with tailored recruitment services that include interview preparation, upskilling, administrative guidance, on-site visits, and a 24/7 support line. What sets us apart? We always go the extra mile for candidates and clients. Our premium recruitment services are built on our 3 Q’s: Quality, Qualified, and Quantity. With 25 years of experience, 5 million temping hours, 200+ temps on panels, and 100s of careers created, We Don’t Just Fill Jobs; We Build Teams and Grow careers.

Apply Today!

If you’re ready for a fulfilling role as a Social Care Worker in Athlone. We invite you to apply and join our dedicated team.
For more information about this position and other opportunities in catering and hospitality, please contact our Office Team at (01) 878 3335. Join us in making a positive impact in the healthcare community and contribute to the well-being of those we serve.

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Social Care Worker job opportunity in Athlone and Mullingar supporting young people and families through a People-First, community-based healthcare service with 3Q Recruitment.

Job Expiry: February 7, 2026