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About Us: Local Homecare Services Ltd. is a leading provider of compassionate and professional homecare services throughout County Kerry. Our mission is to support individuals in living independently and comfortably in their own homes. We are dedicated to providing the highest standard of care and building strong, trusting relationships with our clients and their families. The Role: We are currently seeking dedicated and compassionate Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) to join our growing team in Tralee, Dingle, Killarney, Listowel, Castleisland. As a Healthcare Assistant, you will play a vital role in our clients' lives, providing essential support with daily living activities. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in your community and help individuals maintain their independence. The Financial Package (Fully Qualified Rates): We value your time, especially during unsocial hours. Next Steps: Click Apply Now. We review applications daily and will call you within 24 hours for a quick chat.
Instructor, Day Services
As a Section 39 organisation, KPFA operates its own pay scales. Annual increments are awarded up to the maximum point of the relevant scale. WE ARE CURRENTLY RECRUITING FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION Post: Instructor Contract: Specified Purpose, Part- Time (26 hrs per week) Maternity Leave Cover Location: Tralee Day Services Roster: Wk 1 : Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri 09:00 - 17:00 / Wk 2: Tues, Wed 09:00 - 17:00 , Fri: 09:00 - 16:30 *Please note, rosters may be subject to change due to the operational requirements of the service* If you are dedicated to making a positive impact and empowering people to thrive in their every day interests and pursuits; then we want to hear from you. The role As an Instructor, you will empower the people we support to achieve their goals and priorities while advocating for their participation and inclusion in the community. You will work within a person centred approach, fostering collaboration with internal and external services, particularly with families, to create a supportive and inclusive environment. In this supervisory role, your responsibilities will include completing reports and documentation, implementing New Directions in line with national standards for day services, and providing physical support, including personal care. You will also encourage personal growth by fostering hobbies and life skills while working alongside healthcare professionals to ensure the highest standards of care and well being. Essential Criteria: Employee Benefits: Sick Pay Scheme, Paid Maternity Leave, Flexible Working, Employee Assistance Programme, Pension Scheme (Site Dependent), Parking, Generous Annual Leave, Access to income continuance scheme, Discounted Health Insurance and Access to training. (A panel may be formed from which future vacancies for the Tralee Day Services may be filled up to the 31st of December 2026). *In relation to offers of employment, evidence of relevant employment experience must be clearly detailed in both your application form and CV. Failure to provide this information, along with a satisfactorily completed verification of service form before an agreed start date, will result in placement at Point 1 of the applicable scale. Incremental credit will only be applied from the date correct documents are submitted.* Canvassing Any attempt by candidates or others acting on their behalf, directly or indirectly, through written communication or any other means, to canvass or influence in the candidate's favour any staff member of Kerry Parents and Friends Association, or any individual involved in interviewing or evaluating applicants, will result in the candidate's automatic disqualification from the position. Kerry Parents and Friends Association is an equal opportunities employer
Support Worker, Day Services
As a Section 39 organisation, KPFA operates its own pay scales. Annual increments are awarded up to the maximum point of the relevant scale. WE ARE CURRENTLY RECRUITING FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION Post: Support Worker Contract: Permanent, Part-Time (31 hours per week) Location: Killarney Day Services 2 Roster: Mon- Thurs: 09:30 - 16:15 / Fri: 09:30 - 16:00 *Please note, rosters may be subject to change due to the Operational requirements of the Service* If you are dedicated to making a positive impact and empowering people to thrive in their every day interests and pursuits; then we want to hear from you. The Role: The Support Worker will play a vital role in empowering individuals by planning and setting meaningful goals that address their unique personal, social, recreational, academic, independent living, community integration, training, and supported employment needs. They will actively guide and support individuals to realise their aspirations, helping them reach identified priorities and achieve greater independence and self sufficiency. They will also advocate for inclusion and active participation in the community, ensuring access to opportunities that promote social and personal growth. The Support Worker operates within a person centred framework, prioritising each individual’s choices and needs. They will work closely with both internal and external services, fostering a culture of collaboration and partnership, and building strong relationships with families to ensure holistic support. In addition to supporting adults with intellectual disabilities, the Support Worker will be responsible for maintaining accurate records, completing relevant reports, and ensuring all documentation meets required standards. The role includes providing physical, emotional, psychological, and healthcare support, all while promoting dignity, respect, and personal autonomy. They will also facilitate life skills development through hobbies, interests, and activities, teaching skills such as budgeting, cooking, communication, and time management to promote greater independence. The Support Worker will work alongside a range of healthcare professionals to ensure all aspects of care are delivered to the highest standard. Their input will be essential in creating care plans that are responsive to evolving needs, fostering personal growth, wellbeing, and a sense of belonging within the community. This is a dynamic and rewarding position that requires dedication, a commitment to lifelong learning, and a strong passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of those supported. Essential Criteria: Employee Benefits: Sick Pay Scheme, Paid Maternity Leave, Flexible Working, Employee Assistance Programme, Pension Scheme, Parking ( Site Dependent), Generous Annual Leave, Access to income continuance scheme, Discounted Health Insurance and Access to training. (A panel may be formed from which future vacancies for the Killarney Day Services 2 may be filled up to the 31st of December 2026) *In relation to offers of employment, evidence of relevant employment experience must be clearly detailed in both your application form and CV. Failure to provide this information, along with a satisfactorily completed verification of service form before an agreed start date, will result in placement at Point 1 of the applicable scale. Incremental credit will only be applied from the date correct documents are submitted.* Your CV and application must be written independently and accurately reflecting your own experience, skills, and competencies. The use of AI or automated tools to complete any part is not permitted. Canvassing Any attempt by candidates or others acting on their behalf, directly or indirectly, through written communication or any other means, to canvass or influence in the candidate's favour any staff member of Kerry Parents and Friends Association, or any individual involved in interviewing or evaluating applicants, will result in the candidate's automatic disqualification from the position. Kerry Parents and Friends Association is an equal opportunities employer
Integrated Healthcare Area Lead, Acute Services, University Hospital
The IHA Lead Acute Services is required to:
Customer Service Advisor
Fexco Managed Services is seeking Customer Service Advisors to join our outsourcing division on a full-time, permanent basis. These roles offer the flexibility to work either fully onsite or in a hybrid arrangement, with 2–3 days per week in our Kerry offices, located in Killorglin, Co. Kerry. About this Opportunity Looking to enter the world of Customer Service? Do you want to work in a positive, friendly and forward-thinking environment? Then Fexco is the company for you… We provide excellent training and on the job support in all areas of phone, email and some admin duties with the opportunity to progress and develop your career within Fexco. How you will spend your day with us By the way… About us Fexco is recognised as one of the world’s most established Fintech and outsourcing organizations Fexco is one of Ireland’s leading private companies, based in Killorglin, Co Kerry. Founded in 1981, it has grown to employ almost 1000 people in Ireland and 2300 worldwide. Fexco Managed Services is one of Ireland’s leading outsourced services providers, delivering a high-quality service to a range of Government and Commercial clients. At Fexco we believe in nurturing and inspiring our people and we provide professional and personal development training throughout your career. Due to continued growth there are always opportunities for progression across our extended business units. Is this you? If you have the passion to succeed in a growing and innovative organisation and have the desired background, we would like to hear from you now. Part of this recruitment process may include a video interview – details of which will be sent to you should we progress with your application. Fexco is an equal opportunities employer and is proud to foster a work environment where our people are supported and encouraged to be themselves. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and sections of society and each application is given fair consideration.
Health Care Assistant / Home
LOCAL HOMECARE ASSISTANTS WANTED Listowel & Surrounding Areas Earn €14.15 to €17 per hour + Paid Travel Time & Mileage Flexible Local Work That Truly Matters Looking for work close to home with flexible hours that makes a real difference ? Join WHC HomeCare Services and support people in your own community to live independently and with dignity. No Experience? No Problem. ✔ Experience & QQI preferred ✔ Full Paid Training Provided ✔ Free QQI Qualification Available Why Work With WHC? • Flexible working hours (mornings, evenings & weekends available) • Paid travel time & mileage • Free QQI & moving & handling training • Referral bonus & Christmas bonus • Supportive out-of-hours team • Employee Assistance Programme • Friendly team & staff social events You’ll Need: • A caring, reliable nature • Full driving licence & access to a car • Good communication skills • Willingness to support personal care & daily living needs Apply Today �� 066 716 8963 �� hr@whcservices.ie
Community Care Social Worker
Community Care Social Worker Part-Time | 10 Hours Per Week Hybrid & Community-Based Role WHC Services is a growing provider of high-quality home support services dedicated to supporting individuals to remain safely, independently, and with dignity in their own homes and communities. We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated CORU-registered Social Worker to join our team in a newly created part-time role as a Community Care Social Worker . This is a varied and rewarding position combining safeguarding oversight responsibilities with practical involvement in community care operations, including home assessments, risk management, care planning support, family liaison, and quality improvement initiatives. The successful candidate will also act as the organisation’s Designated Safeguarding Officer in accordance with HSE safeguarding requirements and organisational policy. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced Social Worker looking for flexible part-time hours within a supportive and progressive homecare environment. Key Responsibilities To Apply Please submit your CV and cover letter to: hr@whcservices.ie Closing Date: Wednesday 27th of May WHC Services is an equal opportunities employer committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare, dignity, and rights of all service users.
Nurse, Day Service
As a Section 39 organisation, KPFA operates its own pay scales. Annual increments are awarded up to the maximum point of the relevant scale. We are currently recruiting for the following position: Post: Nurse Contract: Permanent -Part Time (19.5 hrs per week) Location: Listowel Day Services Roster: Wk 1 : Thurs & Fri : 08:30 - 16:45 / Wk 2: Mon & Tues: 08:30 - 16:45 / Wed: 08:30 - 17:00 * Rosters may be subject to change due to the Operational requirements of the service* Are you eager to make a meaningful impact? Do you value inclusion, empowerment, and community support? Then we’d love to hear from you! The Role: We are looking for an energetic and compassionate Nurse to join our dedicated team in providing high quality care for adults with Intellectual Disabilities. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting individuals in achieving independence and improving their quality of life. As a Nurse in our service, you will play a key role in delivering holistic, person centred care, ensuring the physical, emotional, and social well being of the individuals we support. You will work closely with a team and adhere to professional guidelines set by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI) and the policies and protocols of the Association. Key responsibilities: Employee Benefits: Sick Pay Scheme, Paid Maternity Leave, Flexible Working, Employee Assistance Programme, Pension Scheme, Parking (Site Dependent), Generous Annual Leave, Access to income continuance scheme, Discounted Health Insurance and Access to training. (A panel may be formed from which future vacancies for the Listowel Day Services may be filled up to the 31st of December 2026) *In relation to offers of employment, evidence of relevant employment experience must be clearly detailed in both your application form and CV. Failure to provide this information, along with a satisfactorily completed verification of service form before an agreed start date, will result in placement at Point 1 of the applicable scale. Incremental credit will only be applied from the date correct documents are submitted.* Canvassing Any attempt by candidates or others acting on their behalf, directly or indirectly, through written communication or any other means, to canvass or influence in the candidate's favour any staff member of Kerry Parents and Friends Association, or any individual involved in interviewing or evaluating applicants, will result in the candidate's automatic disqualification from the position. Your CV and application must be written independently and accurately reflecting your own experience, skills, and competencies. The use of AI or automated tools to complete any part is not permitted. Kerry Parents and Friends Association is an equal opportunities employer
Clinical Nurse Specialist Palliative Care Service University Hospital
Details of Service Kerry Specialist Palliative Care Service (KSPCS) is a HSE funded service which is managed by the Head of Service of UHK who reports to the IHA lead for Kerry. Kerry Hospice Foundation is a fundraising organisation who are core to development of KSPCS working in partnership with the HSE. The Kerry Specialist Palliative Care Service (KSPCS) provided is currently led by three consultants, 24/7 on-call service which has proven of immense value to the hospital and community in improving palliative care services. The service is currently provided in the following settings: • Specialist Palliative In Patient Unit • Specialist Palliative Ambulatory Day Unit • Specialist Palliative Community Care Service • Specialist Palliative Acute Care Service Specialist Palliative Care In Patient Unit There is currently a 15 bed Specialist Palliative Care Inpatient Unit in Kerry which opened in December 2017 and it is co-located to UHK. KSPCS is currently in Phase 3 Development building works, which includes building 5 extra bedrooms. These works we hope will be completed in 2027. Patients are admitted to the Inpatient Unit for complex symptom management and end of life care that cannot be met in other care settings. Staffing of the Unit includes a CNM II, CNM Is, RGNs, Healthcare Assistants, Porters, Administration staff, Allied Health Professionals including Pharmacist, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Pastoral Care, Speech and Language Therapy, Medical Social Workers and Dietician. There is a CNM3 responsible for the IPU and Day Service. Community Specialist Palliative Care Service The Kerry Community Specialist Palliative Care Service is delivered by one team divided in 2 due to the large geographical spread of the county and its population. There are 2 bases, one in the Specialist Palliative Care Unit UHK covering North Kerry and the second base in Killarney delivering a service to South Kerry. The community nursing team includes a CNM3, Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNSs) and 2 Registered Advanced Nurse Practitioners (RANPs) for the Residential Care Facilities. In 2026, a new ANP will be recruited to join the community team. The RANPs are an integral part of KSPCS aligned to the community team and have strong integrated working relationship with Palliative Care RANP UHK. The community service delivers a seven-day service to patients in their place of residence. This may be the patient’s home, community hospital or private nursing home. The team works closely with the General Practitioners, Public Health Nursing team and staff of Residential Care Facilities. Specialist Palliative Day Ambulatory Day Unit The Specialist Palliative Care Ambulatory Day Unit is also co-located to UHK and opened in 2007. The service provides a mixed medical/social/supportive model of care. Staffing of the unit includes a CNM II, CNM1, RGNs, Healthcare Assistants, Porters, Administration staff, Allied Health Professionals including Pharmacist, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Pastoral Care, Speech and Language Therapy, Medical Social Workers Dietician and Psychotherapist. There is a CNM3 responsible for the IPU and Day Service. Acute Specialist Palliative Care Service- University Hospital Kerry The Acute Specialist Palliative Care Service includes Consultants in Palliative Medicine, SPRs/Registrar, Senior House Officers, Advanced Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Social Worker and Administration support. It provides 24/7 palliative care to UHK. Six Health Regions have been established within the HSE, on the basis of the geographical boundaries agreed by the Government in July 2019 and they will be operational from 2024. Each Health Region will be tasked with population specific planning resourcing and delivery of health and social care services for the needs of its unique population. This will result in improved accountability and governance in terms of finance and performance, while also bringing decision-making closer to the frontline. Health Regions will enable and empower staff to provide services that are: • Integrated, locally planned and delivered • Easier to access and navigate • Available closer to home Health Regions are geographically based units with clearly defined populations. They align community and hospital services within specific areas. The HSE will retain a strong but leaner central organisation, with more service provision developed at a local level. The HSE South West health region will manage and deliver all public health and social care services in Cork and Kerry. HSE South West includes all hospital and community healthcare services in the region. This includes: • South / South West Hospital Group S/SWHG • Cork Kerry Community Healthcare CKCH The Department of Population and Public Health is also now aligned with this health region Services in the South West health region: HSE Services working within this region include: • Acute Hospitals • Primary care services • Community services • Social care services • Health and social care professionals • Voluntary sector services South / South West Hospital Group and Cork Kerry Community Healthcare became part of HSE South West health region on 3rd March 2025 and the transition to the new structures will continue throughout 2026. Purpose of the Post The CNS post holder will deliver care in line with the five core concepts of the role set out in the Framework for the Establishment of Clinical Nurse Specialist Posts, 4th edition, National Council for the Professional Development of Nursing and Midwifery (NCNM) 2008. Caseload A Clinical Nurse Specialist in (Palliative Care) is required to act as a specialist palliative resource for all primary care teams, community hospitals, nursing homes and other community settings. He/she is responsible for his/her own caseload by providing specialist knowledge and expertise in caring for patients with a progressive illness. He/she holds accountability for making complex decisions in the area of pain and symptom management. The concepts are: Clinical Focus (Direct and Indirect Care) Service user/client Advocacy Education and Training Audit and Research Consultancy (including leadership in clinical practice) Informal Enquiries We welcome enquiries about the role. Contact Name: Eimear Hallissey, Clinical Nurse Manager 3 Email: Eimear.Hallissey@hse.ie Contact Number: 087 193 6157 Contact Meagan McGlynn Campaign Lead on meagan.mcglynn@hse.ie for enquiries relating to the recruitment process.
Customer Service Advisor
Fexco Managed Services is seeking Customer Service Advisors to join our outsourcing division on a full-time, permanent basis. These roles offer the flexibility to work either fully onsite or in a hybrid arrangement, with 2–3 days per week in our Kerry offices, located in Killorglin, Co. Kerry. About this Opportunity Looking to enter the world of Customer Service? Do you want to work in a positive, friendly and forward-thinking environment? Then Fexco is the company for you… We provide excellent training and on the job support in all areas of phone, email and some admin duties with the opportunity to progress and develop your career within Fexco. How you will spend your day with us By the way… About us Fexco is recognised as one of the world’s most established Fintech and outsourcing organizations Fexco is one of Ireland’s leading private companies, based in Killorglin, Co Kerry. Founded in 1981, it has grown to employ almost 1000 people in Ireland and 2300 worldwide. Fexco Managed Services is one of Ireland’s leading outsourced services providers, delivering a high-quality service to a range of Government and Commercial clients. At Fexco we believe in nurturing and inspiring our people and we provide professional and personal development training throughout your career. Due to continued growth there are always opportunities for progression across our extended business units. Is this you? If you have the passion to succeed in a growing and innovative organisation and have the desired background, we would like to hear from you now. Part of this recruitment process may include a video interview – details of which will be sent to you should we progress with your application.
