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Social Care Worker / Counsellor | U18 Addiction Service | Midlands (Mullingar & Athlone) Hourly Rate: €20.07 Contract: Part-Time 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. Duties to include - 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 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 Structured, supportive team environment Ongoing training and CPD Opportunity to work in a specialist youth-focused service Potential for permanency