A whole host of events from coffee mornings, job fairs, webinars and even a storytelling competition took place around the country to mark Social Work Awareness Week from November 21st-27th.

The campaign celebrates the instrumental work social workers do every day in organisations and communities across Ireland. It is also a recruitment drive and awareness campaign for anyone interested in a career in social work.

During this week, industry leaders and front-line staff members shared their experiences and highlighted the importance of social workers and the positive difference they can make in a child’s life.

Tusla currently employs 1,609 social workers across Ireland, but the Agency is recruiting more social workers to match the growing demand across various teams, including adoption, fostering, child protection and family support.

Speaking about Social Work Awareness Week, Rosarii Mannion, National Director of People and Change, Tusla said: “Social workers are instrumental to the work we do in Tusla and within our partner agencies and organisations across the country. Throughout this week, we aim to celebrate this vital work that has had a positive impact on so many.

“It also provides us with an opportunity to highlight Social Work as a career for anyone ready to take the next step in their career, or those looking to make a career change.

“As a child and family agency, we understand and prioritise work-life balance and value family-friendly policies. Joining our social work team brings a range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, pensionable service, and financial security.

“Our hybrid working arrangement provides flexibility, ensuring a healthy work-life balance. Additionally, our inclusive and supportive family-friendly policies create a welcoming environment for a diverse workforce,” Rosarii added.

Make a difference, join Tusla. Email tuslarecruit@tusla.ie

                 

Joining our social work team brings a range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, pensionable service, and financial security. Our hybrid working arrangement provides flexibility and remote work options, ensuring a healthy work-life balance. Additionally, our inclusive and supportive family-friendly policies create a welcoming environment for a diverse workforce.