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Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people and their families? We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Key Worker to join our Linx/ISF service.

In this impactful role, you’ll support young people currently in care or those with previous care experience, working to help them either return home or stay with their families. You will have the opportunity to create and implement tailored care plans, strengthen family relationships, and empower young people to thrive in a stable, supportive environment.

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Join our Complex Lives Intensive Support Team, a groundbreaking multi-agency initiative designed to provide intensive, person-centred support to individuals facing the most complex challenges.

In this role, you will work closely with service users across Belfast to help them access essential services, secure accommodation, and engage in a range of support options aimed at reducing harm and improving their overall wellbeing. You will provide tailored, practical, and emotional support to individuals, empowering them to navigate and overcome barriers in their lives, while promoting long-term stability and positive outcomes.

This is a challenging but incredibly rewarding opportunity to work with a dedicated team and make a real difference in the lives of those who need it most. If you’re passionate about supporting people through complex situations and want to be part of a transformative project, we want to hear from you!

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Are you committed to helping individuals break the cycle of homelessness and addiction? Extern’s Alcohol Housing Support Team in Belfast is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Key Worker to join our team.

In this role, you will support adults who are homeless or at risk of homelessness due to chronic or severe alcohol addiction. You will work closely with individuals to develop tailored support plans, helping them access safe housing, essential services, and the necessary interventions to manage their addiction and achieve long-term stability.

Your work will be instrumental in providing a lifeline to some of the most vulnerable people in our society, helping them rebuild their lives with dignity and support. If you are passionate about making a positive impact, have experience in addiction support or housing, and are ready to help create lasting change, we would love to hear from you.

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We’re looking for a Drug & Alcohol Community Engagement Worker to join our team in Belfast. In this role, you’ll work closely with the Belfast Drug and Alcohol Coordination Team (BDACT) and the PHA Belfast lead to deliver the local action plan focused on community needs. You’ll engage with local communities, gather insights on emerging trends in alcohol and substance use, and present these creatively to stakeholders.

If you’re ready to make a real impact and bring fresh ideas to the table, we want to hear from you. Apply now!

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We are looking for a Social Worker to join a collaborative project in partnership with the Northern Ireland Prison Service. The Prisoner Support Project aims to support safe and resilient communities by addressing offending behaviour and supporting the rehabilitation of short-term offenders.

In this role, you will provide sustained, intensive case management to challenge individuals’ behaviour and support their journey towards becoming active, responsible citizens. Your focus will be on reducing reoffending, decreasing contact with the criminal justice system, and addressing underlying issues such as drug and alcohol misuse and mental health challenges.

If you’re passionate about creating positive change and making a real impact in the rehabilitation of offenders, we want to hear from you. Apply now to be part of this transformative project!

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Extern is looking for a dedicated Traveller Primary Health Care Worker to join our team and support the health and wellbeing of the Traveller community. In this role, you will work closely with individuals and local organizations to promote informed healthcare, mutual aid, and local health initiatives.

You will play a key role in supporting the Traveller community by providing healthcare information, advocating for better access to services, and helping design health interventions that meet the unique needs of the community. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on health outcomes while fostering partnerships and promoting empowerment.

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Extern is seeking a dedicated Family Worker – MST Therapist to support young people (aged 12-17) involved in the Juvenile Court system in Cork. As part of the Bail Supervision Scheme (BSS), which also operates in Dublin and Limerick, you will deliver Multisystemic Therapy (MST) - a proven, evidence-based approach that works with young people and their families to reduce the risk of reoffending and prevent remand to Oberstown Children Detention Campus.

In this role, you will provide intensive, family-centered interventions to increase compliance with court-ordered bail conditions, strengthen family relationships, and create positive, long-term change. This is a unique opportunity to work within the justice system while making a real difference in the lives of young people and their families.

If you are passionate about rehabilitation and family support, we want to hear from you. Apply now to be part of this transformative programme!

About the role

Reporting to the CEO, the Director of Corporate Services will be responsible for leadership of the key central resource functions of ICT, Quality & Audit and Risk Management.  The Director of Corporate Services will ensure the highest standards of quality and compliance are in place across the organisation including ICT Cyber Security.

The postholder will act as a highly visible role model for colleagues within the organisation, fostering a positive and inclusive culture by being an engaging and inspiring leader.

They will provide strategic oversight and direction to ensure the delivery of high-quality guidance and support to employees, which will be legally compliant and enable Extern to achieve its vision and strategic objectives through its workforce.

The postholder will be responsible for the implementation of systems and processes to support best practice and appropriate governance and compliance in the areas of ICT, Cyber Security, Quality & Audit and Risk Management for the organisation. They will drive change, set clear direction and inspire multi-disciplinary teams to overcome barriers to efficiency including technology and process improvement. They will also provide accurate and timely risk management requirements and advice to the CEO, Strategic Leadership Team and the Board on developments and trends in their area of responsibility, plus all matters relating to the strategic planning of those services and their services.

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Are you passionate about supporting children and families in need? Strength 2 Strength is a community-based intervention designed to help children aged 8-13 and their families build resilience and access the support they need.

As a Key Worker, you will work directly with families to provide tailored interventions, guidance, and advocacy, helping to create positive change in their lives. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in your community.

If you’re ready to support children and families, apply today and be part of the Strength 2 Strength team!

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Extern is currently seeking Bank Workers to join our Community Crisis Intervention Service (CCIS) — a vital, community-led initiative in Derry/Londonderry.

CCIS provides a rapid, non-clinical response to individuals who are in distress, vulnerable, and at potential risk of suicidal behaviour. Operating outside of traditional service hours, the team offers compassionate, person-centred support within approximately 30 minutes of a referral, helping people navigate emotional, social or situational crises.

As a Bank Worker, you will play a key role in delivering this timely support, offering empathy, stability, and signposting to further services as needed.

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Are you passionate about supporting people with complex needs to make positive life changes?

Extern is currently recruiting a Criminal Justice Social Worker to join our Floating Support Service, commissioned by Supporting People. This vital service works directly in the community with individuals who have a history of offending behaviour and who require support to rebuild their lives.

The primary focus of the role is to help service users secure and maintain suitable accommodation — a crucial foundation for rehabilitation and reintegration. Through a person-centred approach, you will provide tailored support and interventions that promote independence, reduce risk, and encourage positive lifestyle choices.

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Are you passionate about creating lasting change in the lives of young people?

Extern is recruiting for a Project Worker to join our specialist Janus Justice Project in Limerick. This innovative and intensive programme supports young people aged 12–24 who are involved in offending behaviour and may also be facing complex challenges such as addiction, homelessness, and mental health difficulties.

Working on a one-to-one basis, you will support young people who are at high risk of entering custody, experiencing escalating offending or anti-social behaviour, disengaging from Youth Diversion Programmes, or living in residential care. Your role will focus on building trusted relationships and delivering tailored interventions that address the root causes of offending and support young people to take positive steps forward.

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Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with disabilities and their families?

Extern is seeking a compassionate and motivated Project Worker to join our Disability Respite Service (EDRS) – Time Out Programme. This essential service is designed to support individuals whose home placements may be at risk of breakdown, by providing short-term respite and helping them build the skills needed to live a more independent and fulfilling life.

As a Project Worker, you will apply a social care model to deliver structured, person-centred support to both service users and their families. Through tailored programmes, you will focus on developing life skills, effective communication, and behaviour management, while also offering much-needed relief and support to families and carers.

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Extern is currently seeking a proactive and professional Receptionist/Administrator to join our dedicated Support Services team.

In this vital role, the successful candidate will be the first point of contact for visitors and callers, delivering a welcoming and helpful experience while ensuring that day-to-day administrative tasks are handled efficiently and accurately.

We’re looking for someone who is friendly, detail-oriented, and able to manage a busy and varied workload with confidence and professionalism. If you thrive in a supportive, fast-paced setting and want to contribute to a team that makes a real difference in the community, we would love to hear from you.

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We are excited to recruit for a new opportunity within Extern — Administrative Co-ordinator — to support our Head of Safeguarding (HoS).

This important role will provide key administrative and coordination support to ensure the effective and efficient delivery of safeguarding procedures across all companies within the Extern Group.

The successful candidate will play a vital part in preparing for internal investigations, compiling statistical reports, supporting safeguarding training coordination, and ensuring the smooth delivery of assurance and reporting activities. You will work closely with the HoS, helping to uphold the integrity of our safeguarding frameworks and practices across a diverse and impactful organisation.

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We are currently seeking a highly organised and proactive Support Services Officer to join our team at Extern.

In this varied and dynamic role, the successful candidate will provide key administrative support across a number of essential operational areas, including the management of Extern’s owned and leased fleet vehicles, Estates & Facilities, Insurance, and Health & Safety.

The Support Services Officer will be a vital member of the Support Services team, ensuring systems run efficiently, records are accurate and up to date, and organisational compliance is maintained across these key functions. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.