Social Worker – Peter McVerry Trust

Background Information on Organisation

About Social Worker – Peter McVerry Trust

Established in 1983 by Fr Peter McVerry the charity works with individuals at risk of, or experiencing homelessness, primarily in the Dublin region. Peter McVerry Trust provides a wide range of services in the areas of prevention, housing, homelessness, under 18s residential and drug treatment.

Our Vision

“An Ireland that supports all those on the margins and upholds their rights to full inclusion in society.”

Our Mission

Peter McVerry Trust is committed to reducing homelessness and the harm caused by drug misuse and social disadvantage. Peter McVerry Trust provides low-threshold entry services, primarily to younger persons with complex needs, and offers pathways out of homelessness based on the principles of the Housing First model and within a framework that is based on equal opportunities, dignity and respect.

The role

To provide service delivery to participants with complex needs and effectively coordinate care through appropriate assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation

Responsibilities Include

Social Worker Responsibilities

  • Uphold all agreed quality standards and participate in the evaluation and audit of services in order to improve quality, standards of care and ensure effectiveness.
  • To promote continuity of care through the use of effective communication processes with fellow staff members
  • To identify any specific training needs required to carry out your role to the highest standard contributing towards confidence and competence
  • Provide health education/health promotion service to participants.
  • In conjunction with the duty team, deliver care to clients in line with policies, procedures and systems ensuring they meet the requirements of the key service objectives.
  • To build positive working relationships with community agencies and other stakeholders to promote inclusion and ensure that the needs of the participant are being met through community services

Criteria

Essential

  • Hold a relevant qualification to degree level in the area of social work
  • Be registered with CORU
  • Essential competencies: communication skills, commitment to providing the highest level of service, professionalism and maintaining professional boundaries, respect for others, promoting choice independence, health and well-being and resilience & positive outlook (All other competencies to be reviewed as part of the supervision and support process)
  • Full Drivers Licence

Desirable

  • At least 1 years experience post registration and a positive, calm and client centred approach to their work.
  • Experience of working with participants with complex needs in a residential setting. A keen interest in the area of complex needs/homelessness and an overall awareness/understanding of the social implications of drug misuse

Salary

€48,233 to €60,916

Benefits

  • Attractive Salary
  • Core Professional Training and CPD
  • Cycle to Work Scheme and Tax Saver
  • Death in Service Benefit
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Career progression opportunities

Closing date

29/07/2026

How to Apply/Contact Details

To apply, please download the PMVT application form from Housing Jobs – Peter McVerry Trust. Completed application forms should be sent to recruitment@pmvtrust.ie

Job Details

Job Title

Social Worker – Peter McVerry Trust

Company/Organisation

Peter McVerry Trust

Job Location

Housing First Mid East (Kildare & Wicklow)

Salary

€48,233 to €60,916

Closing Date

29/07/2026

Hours

Full-Time