Family Support Specialist - North East
Quick answer
Merchants Quay Ireland is hiring a Family Support Specialist - North East in Louth/Meath, Ireland, paying €37,099.00 - €41,614.00 per year, for a full-time position.
- Role
- Family Support Specialist - North East
- Organization
- Merchants Quay Ireland
- Location
- Louth / Meath, Ireland
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- €37,099.00 - €41,614.00 per year
- Category
- Other
The role
The Family Support Specialist role at Merchants Quay Ireland in the North East region of Louth/Meath involves providing evidence-based support to families affected by a loved one’s addiction, including individual support, assessments, and case management.
What you'll do
- Provide individual support to families affected by addiction
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of family members' needs
- Develop and manage care plans for clients
- Deliver evidence-based interventions
- Build and maintain relationships with local service providers
- Attend internal and external meetings and training sessions
What it takes
- Minimum Level 7 qualification in Social Care/Social Studies, Counselling, Psychology, or related field
- 1+ years of frontline experience in addiction-related services or family support
- Experience in group facilitation
- Knowledge of family programs
- Understanding of National Drug & Alcohol Strategy and National Drug Rehabilitation Framework
- Full clean driver’s license
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Paid Family Leave, Employee Assistance Programme, Educational Assistance, Minimum 172.5 hours Annual Leave, Death In Service, Defined Contribution Pension Scheme, Group VHI scheme, Competitive Salaries, Bike to Work
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in the North East region of Louth/Meath, Ireland.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is €37,099.00 - €41,614.00 per year.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a minimum Level 7 qualification in Social Care/Social Studies, Counselling, Psychology, or related field, and 1+ years of frontline experience in addiction-related services or family support.
How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted by the deadline of 16th October 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on Merchants Quay Ireland's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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