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Youth Advocates
Youth Advocate Programmes Ireland Vacancies: Advocates – Fixed Purpose Contracts YAP Ireland is continuously recruiting male and female Advocates from all areas to work within their local communities, supporting children, young people and families to achieve their goals. YAP Advocates come from all walks of life and make a huge difference to the lives of Young People and Families. The young people we work with come from diverse ethnic, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. We welcome applicants with first hand work / life experience of the issues facing these young people and their families including Roma and Travellers. We provide training and experience that creates opportunities for Advocates to become skilled at working with young people and families within their community in a strengths-based way. Please Note: If you are not in these area’s but you’re still interested in working as an Advocate, please fill out the application form and someone will contact you when we are recruiting in your area. Youth Advocates – Fixed Purpose Contracts – Person Spec and Job Description The Youth Advocate reports to a Team Leader. This post requires working within the YAP strengths-based model, to provide 1:1 support for vulnerable young people and their families and to support them in their home and local communities so that they can achieve their goals. YAP Ireland provides a strengths-based, needs led service for 6-12 months to children, young people and families who are struggling with a range of issues in their lives. You will work intensively with them to achieve positive change and meet their goals. 1. Responsibilities and Tasks: 1. To deliver a 1:1 service to young people and families under the supervision and support of the Team Leader. 2. Together with the Team Leader to build a positive, supportive working relationship with the young person and their family using the YAP strengths-based model to help them achieve their goals. 3. Together with the Team Leader, to develop a plan of work (Individualised Service Plan) to focus on the abilities, strengths and needs of the young person and their families. 4. To carry out day to day work with the young person and family, addressing their needs as outlined in the ISP. This may involve supporting the young person to participate in appropriate education, accessing appropriate services or finding community activities to link the young person into. 5. To promote, enable and empower the young person and families voice to be heard and ensure they have a voice in their service/life/community. This includes activity groups, participation and consultation groups. 6.Together with the Team Leader, to adopt a Wraparound approach that will bring together those key people and services who can offer support to the young person and family during and after the YAP Service. 7. To identify and evaluate the changing needs and interests of the child/young person as the relationship progresses and to adapt the service accordingly. 8. To understand the Health and Safety policies required for all activities with young people including any specific medical history, medications and specific special needs and/or diagnosis. 9. To complete in a timely and accurate manner the required weekly paperwork and to submit to the line manager by the agreed deadlines. 10. To be familiar with all Yap’s current policies and procedures, especially in the areas of Child Protection, Confidentiality and On-Call and to work within those in a professional manner. 11. To attend staff development, training and supervisory sessions as scheduled. This will include regular supervision. Some training courses are mandatory and advocates will be required to attend this training. 12. To undertake other duties as appropriate. Advocate Person Specification Experience Essential Life Experience relevant to young people and families e.g. raising children, child minding, sports coaching, community work, volunteering, youth club or lived experience of overcoming the challenges facing young people and families. Non-essential 3 months experience of working / volunteering within a youth work, family support or community setting Skills Essential A positive attitude towards children and young people and an ability to work from a strengths based perspective, be non-judgemental and creative. A knowledge/understanding of issues affecting young people. Good communication skills Good time management and organisational skills Basic computer skills Ability to write reports on work undertaken Full Driving Licence and own transport. What we offer: PLEASE CLICK THE APPLY NOW BUTTON TO GO DIRECTLY TO THE OFFICIAL CAREERS WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO APPLY FOR YOUR AREA
Retail Store Manager
Why The Works? We don’t just sell products.We inspire reading, learning, creativity and play. The Works . It literally means everything. And whatever your story or background, we’re all about unlocking imagination and making creativity accessible to everyone. Whether you’re engaging with customers on the frontline or supporting our colleagues behind the scenes, your impact can be profound and far-reaching.This is more than toys and books and art supplies. This is about inspiring people to read, learn, create and play. So, with the right passion, it all starts with you. Become a Retail Store Manager As a Store Manager, you are responsible for leading your store to success. You’ll inspire and develop your team, drive commercial performance, and ensure every customer enjoys a welcoming, well-run, and engaging shopping experience. You’ll take ownership of all aspects of store operations, from people and performance to standards and service. Your mission is to deliver exceptional service, spark brilliant conversations, and help customers with their shopping missions - whether it’s discovering new products they'll love, or finding the perfect gifts for someone else. By getting to know their interests or shopping mission, you’ll be ready to recommend things that surprise, delight, and inspire them. You’ll also play a key role in keeping the store well-stocked, tidy, safe, and welcoming. You help create an environment where everything runs smoothly and everyone feels supported, included and developed in the team. Being a Brand Ambassador Being a brand ambassador at The Works isn’t your job title. It’s the way you bring our brand to life every day through the moments you create. It’s the smile that puts someone at ease, the warm welcome into the store, the way you support your colleagues with kindness and teamwork, the conversation that helps a child discover their new favourite toy, or the encouragement that inspires someone to reconnect with their creativity or their love of reading. These small interactions - the ones that feel ordinary to you, often become extraordinary memories for the people who walk through our doors. Whether you’re on the shop floor, in our distribution centre, or at our support centre, you’ll always be representing our products, services, values and behaviours in a positive and authentic way. You help build trust, awareness and loyalty simply through how you show up. At The Works, we are all Brand Ambassadors. Your Mission
Locum Worker
Purpose of the Job The role of Locum is vital to the successful delivery of quality services in NOVAS for our clients. The Locum will support the services within a geographical area and may be offered shifts in a variety of services. Locum shifts are offered to ensure services can deliver a full roster of cover while other service employees are on training courses, annual leave or other leave. The Locum will report to the Service Manager or the service they are on duty in for the shift. Locums will be a member of and work collaboratively with the NOVAS team in the relevant service for the shift, the wider NOVAS organisation, other external service providers, local authority and HSE teams in the region. The Locum is responsible for participating in the duties of the service team to deliver a safe and effective service and responding to requests and concerns of clients of the service. This includes meeting clients’ needs in terms of food, hygiene and wellbeing as well as collaborating with Support Workers, Project Workers and Managers to assist with actions in Clients Care Plans where appropriate. Support Workers require experience working with marginalised groups, ideally in the area of Homeless Services and will be expected to work within the National Quality Standards Framework for Homeless Services (NQSF). Shifts offered for this role are based on the needs of the Services in the area. Typically, Locums will be offered shifts with 4–8 weeks’ notice, however as needs arise shifts at short notice will also be offered to meet the needs of staffing the service. There is no onus on the Locum to accept all shifts offered but where a Locum has not accepted a shift from any service in the region for 3 months or more, their availability to remain on the locum panel will be reviewed and may be removed. Most services operate 24hr-7 days a week and may offer shifts across that timeframe. This job description is a guide to the general range of duties assigned to the post holder. It is intended to be neither definitive nor restrictive and is subject to periodic review. Key Accountabilities Accountability Achieved by Quality Client Service Delivery • Engage with clients in a way that is trauma informed, person-centred, responsive to the needs of the clients through a harm reduction lens and focused on ‘finding a home’. • Where appropriate under the direction of the Service Manager, assist Clients with interventions to progress the goals on their Care Plans. Ensuring appropriate recording keeping of all actions. • Actively support and encourage Clients to Develop Life Skills including in the areas of making and attending appointments and accessing other supports in the community, or skills development in the service such as nutrition and food awareness. • Encourage attendance by all clients at Resident Coffee mornings for client feedback. • Support clients to record a Complaint when necessary and work to resolve matters as effectively as possible and repair relationships as quickly as practical. • Follow NOVAS policies for reporting Safeguarding concerns relating to Vulnerable Adult Protection or Child Safeguarding Protection including historical abuse concerns. Safe & Effective Service Delivery • Attention to your own Health & Safety and actively vigilant to any Health & Safety risks in the property that would impact clients, colleagues or visitors. • Correctly log and report any Health & Safety risks or required repairs & maintenance issues. • Assist clients with hygiene, health, welfare, providing personal assistance where required and maintain the service to a high standard including cleaning and preparing client rooms, communal areas, workstations and high touch areas. • Ensure familiarity with contents of risk assessments and notify relevant colleagues, Project Worker or Manager about any newly emerging risks for any resident. • Ensure incidents are appropriately recorded according to established procedures on the system. • Be proficient in administering basic first aid to clients as required, with necessary training provided, this includes use of CPR, Naloxone and AED devices as appropriate. • As delegated by the Service Manager support the implementation of fire safety measures, ensuring regular checks are conducted in line with policies and procedures, and promptly escalating any issues to the Service Manager. • Ensure Client Wellbeing Room Checks are conducted as planned and recorded appropriately and that any additional safety monitoring of individuals with additional risk needs is carried out in accordance with instructions in individual risk assessments. • Ensure compliance with infection prevention and control measures, including health, hygiene, and room cleaning protocols. • Monitor site security through gate, camera, and perimeter control, and reporting any security issues to the relevant authorities. • Implement any recommendations made for the service in the annual health & safety audits. • Keep all required training programmes within certification. Teamwork • Communicate clearly with colleagues during handovers, in records and in relation to clients. • Proactively report any concerns about the service or suggestions for more effective practices, equipment or resources to the Service Manager. • Applying Trauma Informed Practice to colleague relationships as well as clients. Assume good intent, be curious about their experiences and support one another. • Support effective running of the service by being mindful of the impact of absence or lateness on colleagues and providing as much notice as possible to the management team. Safe Cash Handling • Ensure all cash in the service is handled safely and in line with procedures. • Ensure clients receive receipts when they pay their accommodation charge. • Ensure donors receive receipts when donations are made directly to the service and that the fundraising team is informed. • Ensure the accrual of expenses is agreed in advance with your line manager when required and that the correct process for applying to receive expenses is followed. • Ensure no unauthorised expenditure is made in the service without authorisation from the budget holder (Service Manager). • Report any concerns about use of funds to the Service Manager or a member of the Finance Department. External Collaboration • Be responsive to queries from service funders for information in line with our data protection policy, mindful of appropriately protecting information, client privacy and client consent or make arrangements for another employee to respond to their query. Keep your Service Manager informed of any communication with service funders. • Establish good working relationships with NOVAS teams in other services to share learning and best practice. • Establish good working relationships with local external service providers including the local authority housing team, other specialist accommodation providers, healthcare specialists and adult education. • Ensure your line manager and colleagues are aware of your appointments if required to leave the service during duty. Reporting & Record Keeping • Ensure all records on Salesforce, PASS or other systems are inputted in a timely manner and are an accurate record of events based on facts not opinions. • Honour Client Consents and ensure information about Clients is not shared beyond their authorisation. • Ensure no sensitive information is accessible by persons not authorised to see it. • Ensure records no longer required are safely destroyed (shredded) in line with NOVAS policies. • Participate in Service Audits as requested. • Prepare and provide reports of your work to your line manager as requested. • Complete organisational documents as requested. Supervision, Support & Development • Engage in regular supervision with your line manager. • Work under the direction of and in collaboration with your line manager and the wider management team. • Work to help the organisation achieve the aims and objectives of the strategic plan in line with our values and mission. • Participate in team meetings, case management meetings, and other organisational events as required. • Familiarity and compliance with all relevant policies and standards. • Participate in relevant and required training events. Information Management • Ensure data and personal information relating to clients, tenants, colleagues, and other members of the organisation or its stakeholders, are kept safe and secure using the correct systems and procedures, is collected for legitimate purposes, and is safely destroyed when appropriate. • Ensure clients are aware of how to access information about themselves and support any requests from them to access information. Person Specification Essential Criteria Documentary evidence of qualifications and eligibility will be confirmed at the end of any recruitment process, candidates who do not possess the essential requirements, on the date of application will not be offered a position. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure they meet the essential criteria of the person specification. The appropriate candidate should have: • Professional Qualification in Health Care or related allied health professions, minimum level 5 (full major award). • Experience in working with people who are vulnerable or marginalised. • Ability to understand complex needs of vulnerable clients and provide services that foster dignity, respect and independence. • Administration skills for record keeping and report writing and computer literacy. • Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people. • Garda Vetting will be sought for this role. Desirable Criteria It would be an advantage for the candidate to have: • Full drivers’ licence and use of own car. • Eligibility to register with CORU as a Social Care Worker. • Experience working with people at risk of or experiencing homelessness or with other social care groups. • Have an understanding of care and case management protocols including care planning, needs assessment, risk management & assessment, incident management & prevention and key working. • Experience working on own initiative, lone working, managing one’s own workload and time management. • Experience and knowledge of working in two or more of the following areas: Homeless sector, Tenancy Sustainment, Family Support, Residential Care, Mental Health, Challenging Behaviour, Substance Misuse, Community Engagement, Disability Support. • Knowledge of statutory and voluntary social care services and systems. • Experience and knowledge in the area of vulnerable adult or child protection and associated legislation and guidelines. • Experience of working in, or a strong interest in the charity or not-for-profit.
Sales Advisor
The Company EZ Living Furniture was founded in Galway in 1998. We are a family run Irish retailer operating nationwide, as well as a full online shopping experience offering delivery throughout Ireland. We are the largest independent Furniture Retailer in Ireland employing over 350 people. We are delighted to announce that we are looking for a Sales Advisor in our City East Store,Limerick. The Person
Store Colleague
Role Overview As a Store Colleague, you'll play an important role in delivering outstanding experiences every day, helping customers feel valued, supported, and excited about our products. You'll bring energy to the shop floor by greeting customers confidently, keeping displays looking sharp, replenishing stock, and maintaining high service and presentation standards. With a positive attitude, great teamwork, and a passion for helping people, you'll help keep the store running smoothly and showcase the high standards we are known for. If you're ready to step into a fast-paced retail environment, learn new skills, and be part of a supportive team, this is your opportunity to make an impact and build a strong foundation for your future career. Key Responsibilities
General Support Staff
Broadline Group are looking for General Support Staff for Immediate Start . Suitable candidate must have 1 year relevant work experience in a healthcare, contract catering or high volume hospitality environment and be able to provide work references covering 5 years employment history We have ongoing work in hospitals and nursing homes nationwide for catering assistants, catering ward staff, hospital porters, kitchen porters, cleaners and qualified chefs nationwide. The successful candidates will be required to join a friendly and motivated Team. Excellent opportunity to work in some of the largest Healthcare settings and Nursing Homes throughout Ireland. Requirements: If you have the above requirements and skill set please contact us today to start the recruitment process to work in Healthcare. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
HR Advisor
About Northern Trust As a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing, asset management and banking services, Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) is proud to guide the world’s most successful individuals, families, corporations and institutions. Since 1889, we have aligned our efforts with our three guiding Principles That Endure: Service, Expertise, and Integrity. Together, they reflect the three cornerstones of business conduct which we strive to instill in our employees, whom we call partners, and to provide to our clients and the communities we serve worldwide. With more than 135 years of financial experience and over 24,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service. About the Role The HR Advisor acts as a trusted consultant to managers and employees, providing HR guidance and support across EMEA. The role partners closely with leaders to ensure the effective application of HR policies, procedures, and programs while supporting business objectives and mitigating people-related risk. Working collaboratively with HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, and other Centres of Excellence, the HR Advisor helps deliver practical HR solutions, supports employee relations matters, and promotes a positive employee experience. The role requires strong judgement, employment law knowledge, and the ability to manage sensitive and complex situations with professionalism and discretion. Key Responsibilities Work Authorization Applicants must have the right to work in Ireland at the time of application and for the duration of employment. Please note that Northern Trust is unable to provide employment permit sponsorship for this role. This includes Critical Skills Employment Permits, General Employment Permits, Intra-Company Transfer Employment Permits, Stamp 1G permissions, and other employment permits under Irish immigration frameworks. Working with Us As a Northern Trust partner, you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture, which has a strong history of financial strength and stability. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to an inclusive workplace and assisting the communities we serve. Philanthropy is deeply rooted in Northern Trust’s history and is an essential element of our culture. Employees around the world give their time and talent to work for the greater good of their communities.
Higher Executive Officer
What is the Higher Executive Officer Role? The Higher Executive Officer (HEO) role requires individuals who can balance operational leadership with strong analytical skills, sound judgement and a clear commitment to public service values. Acting as a vital link between senior management and operational teams, their work ensures the effective implementation of policy, reform, and service delivery on the ground and provides support in managing large projects, budgets and developing government policy. They are expected to operate confidently in complex environments, represent their area in cross-departmental and senior-level settings, and ensure the effective implementation of policies, programmes and services while managing resources responsibly. The Civil Service is now recruiting for suitably qualified and committed individuals to take up the role of HEO. This is an exciting opportunity for talented and enthusiastic individuals who are looking to embrace new challenges, do purposeful work and make a real difference to the Irish State and its people. HEOs are experienced middle managers who play a critical role in leading teams, managing delivery and supporting departmental and cross-government priorities. Reporting to an Assistant Principal Officer, HEOs play a key role in implementing policy and strategy and in delivering a world class service to the State and to the people of Ireland. HEOs in the Civil Service contribute to the Renewal 2030 Strategy and the Better Public Services programme, helping to realise a vision of a more unified, professional, responsive, open and accountable Civil Service that delivers a world-class service to the State and the people of Ireland. Key Duties and Responsibilities: Depending on the Civil Service organisation, the following is an overview of the type of responsibilities and tasks required of the successful candidate(s) at HEO level: Providing strong team leadership, offering direction, motivation and support to drive high performance and continuous improvement; Applying robust analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills to inform policy development, operational decisions and organisational priorities; Managing competing demands effectively, planning and prioritising in a dynamic environment to meet tight deadlines; Exercising sound, evidence-based judgement, making balanced and well-reasoned recommendations; Maintaining high standards of governance, accountability and customer service, contributing to a culture of integrity and public service excellence; Building productive working relationships with colleagues, senior management and external stakeholders to enable effective cross-functional delivery; Communicating clearly and professionally, tailoring messages for different audiences across written, verbal and digital channels; Managing budgets, resources and corporate responsibilities in their area in line with Departmental procedures and Civil Service obligations; Supporting learning, development and capability building, fostering a culture where staff can grow, innovate and thrive; Operating effectively in hybrid and evolving work environments, ensuring team cohesion and clarity of purpose; Demonstrating flexibility, resilience and the ability to adapt to a changing work environment; Dealing with sensitive and confidential information. The above job description is a guide to the general range of duties of the successful candidate. It is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. Why Apply for the Role? As well as a rewarding and challenging career, some of the benefits of working as a HEO include: Competitive salary, starting at €60,029 with yearly increments for satisfactory performance; 29 days of annual leave per year; Public Sector pension; Opportunities for promotion through internal, interdepartmental and open competitions; Subject to business needs and a satisfactory probationary period; Flexible working with a commitment to work-life balance and a family-friendly workplace (including work-sharing arrangements and a wide variety of special leave options); Facility to apply for Shorter Working Year Scheme; Facility to apply for career breaks; Learning and development opportunities; Access to well-being programmes to support a healthy work-life balance; Opportunity to avail of the ‘Cycle to Work’ scheme, and the tax saver public transport pass; Opportunity to join the Public Service Credit Union; Contribute to purposeful work that positively impacts citizens, communities, and society. On the closing date of 10 September 2026, to be eligible for consideration, a candidate must satisfy the following requirements: Possess a Leaving Certificate at Level 4 or above; or hold a minimum Level 4 qualification, major or minor award on the National Framework of Qualifications (or equivalent as per NARIC Ireland). Possess a minimum of three years’ relevant management experience. Demonstrable experience in: a. managing workloads, projects or processes in a complex, fast-paced environment; b. strategic thinking, using sound judgement to make well-informed decisions; c. researching and analysing information to support decision-making in a timely manner; d. working collaboratively with internal and/or external stakeholders in multidisciplinary environments; e. creating an inclusive team environment and creating opportunities for knowledge sharing; f. self-motivation, setting own targets and dealing with multiple demands while producing high quality work. Essential Requirements: Candidates must also be able to demonstrate that they possess the capabilities/skills identified as necessary for effective performance at this level, as outlined in the Capability Framework for Higher Executive Officer in the Civil Service.
Day Activity Facilitator
Remuneration The salary scale for the post is: (as at 01/06/2026) €36,291 €38,479 €39,291 €40,472 €41,499 €42,388 €43,667 €44,994 €46,371 €47,796 €49,273 €50,803 €52,406 New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies. Location of Post Corlann Limerick There will be a supplementary panel formed for all Day Activity Facilitator posts within Corlann Limerick from which current and future permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full time or part time duration may be filled. Details of the Service Corlann provide a variety of services and supports to over 6,500 people with an intellectual disability or autism, and their families, throughout Counties Clare, Cork, Galway, Kerry, Kilkenny, Limerick, Roscommon, Tipperary, Wexford and Waterford. The supports, which include residential, respite, day, host families, home based, and multidisciplinary, are provided by nearly 6,000 staff with a variety of professional backgrounds and experience, and who are motivated in their work by the Ethos, Vision and Values of Corlann. We work in partnership with local communities, state agencies and voluntary organisations to initiate and develop increasingly inclusive opportunities, for and with, the people who use Corlann services. Corlann in Ireland is a learning organisation whose responses are based on best practice, and in full recognition of the right of each person to self-determine their life goals and wishes. Reporting Relationship The post holder will report to the relevant Senior Instructor. Purpose of the Post The person appointed will be part of a team who will work intensively with individuals to discover what will constitute a good life for the individual and to establish what supports the individual will need to achieve their goals. In order to do this there is a requirement that the post holder will work in partnership with the individual’s family and other important people in the individual’s life. A high degree of flexibility is required as the timing and location of the supports provided will be dictated by the individual’s plan. You will work as a member of a team and will participate in the development and implementation of appropriate programmes suitable to the individual needs and abilities of people supported by the services. The prime consideration at all times must be for the welfare and wellbeing of the service user. This position requires a high degree of professionalism. You must have the ability to work with people who have a learning disability and must believe that that person has the right to live and participate in the community equally with other people. The position requires competence in conflict resolution and the ability to understand and empower people with sometimes quite divergent points of view. Confidentiality In the course of the employment the post holder may have access to, or hear information concerning the medical or personal affairs of individuals supported and/or staff, or other health service business. Such records and information are strictly confidential and unless acting on the instructions of an authorised officer, on no account must information concerning individuals supported, staff, or other health service business be divulged or discussed except in the performance of normal duty. In addition records must never be left in such a manner that unauthorised persons can obtain access to them and must be kept in safe custody when no longer required. The post holder will be required to take an active part in ensuring that the day-to-day operations of the Service reflect the ethos and vision of the Corlann Limerick and that all co-workers are meeting the needs of the people who use services therein. The person appointed should have the ability to participate proactively as a member of a team and contribute positively to the ongoing development of effective teamwork. Principal Duties & Responsibilities Advocacy & Rights • Respect each individual supported as an equal citizen • Uphold and respect the human, legal and constitutional rights of individuals supported by the Services, recognising their individuality and equality, and empowering them to grow, thereby achieving the highest possible level of personal autonomy • Facilitate, encourage and develop the choice and decision making skills of the individuals supported • Facilitate, encourage and develop the self-advocacy skills of and opportunities for involvement in advocacy for the individuals supported Support to the individual • Inquire/ explore with the individual and their family a vision for a good, full, inclusive life, a vision with an appropriate sense of possibility and an appropriate scale of ambition. • Working collaboratively with the individual and their family develop a plan for the achievement of the vision. • Working collaboratively with the individual and their family support the individual in the implementation of this plan • In the context of this plan support the individual to develop their skills in the areas of Occupation and leisure activities Communication Independent living Social Integration and the use of community facilities Personal Care Personal Development • Seek out opportunities for the individual to participate in social, work or training activities of their choice which are in socially inclusive settings • Under the direction of the multidisciplinary team implement behaviour support plans that are put in place and adhered to • Foster, encourage and develop the self help and social skills of the individual so as to achieve the highest possible degree of personal autonomy • Identify risks inherent in the provision of support to the individual, assess and document appropriately Management and Leadership • In accordance with Health Act 2007 and HIQA Regulations and Standards, ensure the legislation requirements are adhered to by continuous monitoring, inspection and audit of the designated centres • Be responsible for the physical and emotional well-being of individuals supported • Be responsible for the safe use and care of equipment and report faulty equipment etc., at it arises • Be familiar with and ensure that policies, procedures and codes of practice of the Services are adhered to • Ensure that all records in relation to individuals supported are up to date, correctly filed and managed as per the service’s records management system • Utilise efficiently the transport services available to the service area and advise the appropriate staff on transport needs Money and Budgets • Ensure that petty cash used and any personal monies of individuals supported are properly accounted for • Ensure that goods and services received are prudently used for purposes intended, and that all such goods and services are properly accounted for. • Assist the Area Manager/ Senior Instructor in the preparation and monitoring of budgets Communication • Attend and participate fully in regular staff meetings where all aspects of the support service are discussed with a view to maintaining high standards, open communication among staff and good levels of staff morale. • Co-operate and develop effective working relationships with: Staff involved in the provision of both residential and day services or supports Community bodies Other agencies involved in the provision of services to the community • Operate effectively as a member of the multi-disciplinary team in promoting the best interests of the individuals supported • Develop and maintain good relationships with the families of individuals supported and encourage their involvement in the ongoing development of the person • Organise, attend and participate fully in meetings as required e.g. Person Centred Planning meetings, Service reviews, team meetings. • Develop and participate fully with the implementation of a team based performance management approach to achieving the goals of the Services’ strategic plan. Training and Development • Be informed of current developments in services for people with intellectual disabilities e.g. Person Centred Planning, Personal Outcome Measures, Human Rights and Citizenship, “New Directions- Review of day services and implementation Plan 2012-2016”, Supported Self Directed Living • Attend and contribute appropriately at lectures, courses and meetings as required and share information and knowledge gained with colleagues • Be responsible for identifying personal training and development needs and communicating them to the line manager • Attend mandatory training courses and achieve required standard Health and Safety • Be conscious of health and safety matters in the work place and in particular to comply with employees’ obligations as set out in the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act, 2005 and to ensure that the procedures set out in the Safety Statement are implemented at all times. • Be involved in carrying out regular safety audits and fire drills as required. • Be conversant with existing fire regulations and emergency procedures and participate in the implementation of same and to make individuals support aware, in so far as possible, of Fire Drill procedures in areas where they are being supported. • The person appointed will be expected to participate in the cleaning and maintenance of the support base and to involve the individuals supported in this task. • Report accidents/irregularities or other matters of concern to the Senior Instructor or in her/his absence to the Area Manager or such person as the Employing Authority may designate Flexibility Employees are expected to have a high level of flexibility and a willingness and ability to develop new approaches to their work. Duties and responsibilities of any post in the Services are likely to change with the ongoing needs and developments of the Services. Employees will therefore be required to carry out such other duties appropriate to their employment as may be assigned to him/her from time to time. You are required to establish and maintain relationships with the individuals who use our services that are based on respect and equality and that promote their independence. The above Job Specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him / her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and/ or experience (a) Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: Have a third level qualification relevant to the provision of service to individuals with intellectual disabilities or at a minimum a QQI Level 5 Major Award in community development, health or education And Hold a Full Manual Driving License which qualifies you to drive manual transmission vehicles on Irish Roads And Have a working knowledge of HSE’s New Directions Standards for Day Services & the Person Centred planning process Health A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Post specific requirements Essential: • 6 months relevant experience • Experience of completing effective reports • Experience of team approach to service provision • Experience of working with adults with varying degrees of intellectual disabilities • Manual Handling • Knowledge of needs of adults with intellectual disabilities • Understanding of Health & Safety • Knowledge of the Ethos of Corlann • Good understanding of socialisation and recreational needs of people who use the services. • Knowledge of working effectively within a multidisciplinary team • Knowledge of how to support people who use services to achieve personal outcomes • Knowledge of HIQA Regulations and responsibilities. • Knowledge of current trends in intellectual disabilities services e.g. Rights Based approach to Service Provision Desirable: • First Aid • ECDL or equivalent proficiency • Challenging Behaviour Course • Experience of working with individuals with Autism and Intellectual Disabilities • Experience of supporting people with behaviours that challenge • Experience of working as a “key worker” • Experience of working with people with high support needs • Personal Outcomes Measures • Team Based Performance Management • Knowledge of Corlann • Crisis Intervention Techniques • Advocacy Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Candidates must demonstrate: • Sufficient professional knowledge to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role • An understanding of disability services within Ireland • Sufficient awareness of policy, legislative and professional requirements to ensure an appropriate standard of service delivery • The capacity to plan and manage resources in an effective and resourceful manner • The ability to manage self in a busy working environment including the ability to prioritise workloads • Ability to manage own caseload independently • Flexibility and openness to change • Effective team skills • The ability to resolve conflict and empower people with sometimes quite divergent points of view • A commitment to assuring high standards and strive for a user centred service • Initiative and innovation in identifying areas for service improvement • The ability to evaluate information and make effective decisions in a timely manner • Effective interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills • The ability to empathise with and treat others with dignity and respect • Demonstrate evidence of computer skills relevant to the role and a willingness to further develop IT skills where required • Commitment to continuing professional development • Demonstrate good communication skills especially with regard to presentation skills and delivering complex information in understandable terms Campaign Specific Selection Process Ranking / Shortlisting / Interview A ranking and or shortlisting exercise may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application form. The criteria for ranking and or shortlisting are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and/or knowledge section of this job specification. Therefore it is very important that you think about your experience in light of those requirements. Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not being called forward to the next stage of the selection process.
