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THE POSITION Wicklow County Council is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates with relevant experience for the position of Climate Action Coordinator. It is proposed to form a panel of qualified candidates from which vacancies will be filled during the lifetime of the panel. The Climate Action Coordinator will report directly to the Senior Engineer in the Climate, Environment, Recreation and Amenity Directorate or such person as may be assigned from time to time by Wicklow County Council. The Climate Action Coordinator will organise climate action internally, across the local authority sector and at a regional level through the CAROs. Importantly, the Climate Action Coordinator will connect with the wider climate policy system by providing consistent contact points of engagement with other departments and agencies responsible for delivering Sectoral Adaptation Strategies and the wider National Adaptation Framework. A key function of the coordinator will be to monitor progress towards achieving targets. This will significantly enhance the national evidence base on delivery of the national Climate Action Plan. This evidence base gathered at a local authority level can feed into the national governance structures for delivering the Action Plan. The Climate Action Coordinator will coordinate and support the implementation of adaptation and mitigation actions and assist in leading the transition of Wicklow County Council to a low carbon and climate resilient county. QUALIFICATIONS Character Candidates shall be of good character. Health Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Education, Experience, etc. Candidates must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: (a) Hold an Honours degree (Level 8 in the National Framework of Qualifications) in Engineering, Planning, Project Management, Science, Environmental Science, Architecture or equivalent. (b) Have at least seven years satisfactory relevant experience of project management, town planning, engineering, environmental science or architecture or other relevant discipline. (c) Possess a high standard of technical training and experience. (d) Must hold a full, unendorsed Category B Driving Licence and must have access to their own motor vehicle. PLEASE NOTE: Non-Irish Qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications. Overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. Failure to do so will deem your application inadmissible. The onus is on the candidate to ensure that the relevant qualification is listed on their application form. In the event that an offer of employment is made, the candidate will be required to submit all relevant Educational Qualifications in order to meet the requirements above. DRIVING LICENCE/TRAVEL The holder of the office will be required to hold a valid Irish/EU full driving licence for class B vehicles or a licence acceptable to NDLS for exchange, free from endorsement and disqualification. They must be a competent driver and shall drive a motor car in the course of his/her duties and for this purpose, provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the Local Authority. The Local Authority must be indemnified on their insurance. DUTIES The following is a non-exhaustive list of key duties and responsibilities which may be assigned to a Climate Action Coordinator. • Co-ordinate, manage and develop the implementation of the local authority’s response to the challenges of climate change. • Lead a multi-disciplinary dedicated team to deliver the Climate Action agenda. • Lead and drive the cross-sectional Wicklow County Council Climate Action Team to develop and implement a wide-ranging and effective work programme. • Develop Local Authority Climate Action Plan as per government guidance. • Develop and implementation of Decarbonisation Zone Action Plan as per government guidance. • Formulation of strategies to meet the objectives and aims of the Climate Change Action Plan. • Implementation and management of projects, plans and processes. • Ensure integration of Climate actions into all plans and policies of the council, where appropriate. • Promote and support a greater understanding of Climate Change issues in the County Council. • Promote and support a greater understanding of Climate Change issues in the community including organising and supporting relevant community initiatives, public outreach programmes and business initiatives. • Ongoing engagement with all stakeholders (i.e. environmental organisations, business and community groups) including the elected members of local authorities. • Review, collate and distribute relevant national policies and documents on climate change, adaptation actions, case studies etc. • Conduct stakeholder mapping of key agencies, actors and sectors and their potential relations to the successful delivery of Climate action goals. • Represent the Local Authority at key events and act as the focal point for climate action within the Local Authority. • Develop communication materials on the Local Authority local authority climate action activities and progress. • Participate in relevant regional meetings with the CARO, with the purpose of knowledge sharing, expanding the sectors abilities, sharing experiences and lessons learned and identifying possible opportunities for collaboration. • Providing technical inputs on funding proposals for climate change adaptation and identify funding opportunities and adaptation activities. • Provide a point of contact for engaging with the other sectors. • Preparing annual progress reports on the adaptation strategy and any subsequent action plans. • Foster and maintain working relationships with government departments and EU agencies. • Foster and maintain wide ranging productive working relationships with 3rd level institutions. • Demonstration of a high level of negotiation, influencing and communication skills and influence multi-stakeholder processes. • Effectively introduce change, foster a culture of creativity in employees and overcome resistance to change. • Ensure detailed reports are submitted in a timely manner. • Maintain an awareness of new policies, legislation and directives relating to climate action and review the implications of these new documents. • Contribute to the identification of new areas of research related to climate action and the local government sector. • Establishment of efficient and effective working structures, performance management systems. • Manage and motivate the team and ensure effective team building. • Database compilation, maintenance and analysis. • Manage financial and budgetary requirements for the office including putting internal controls and robust governance structures in place. • Ensure the office meets all requirements in relation to health and safety legislation and regulations. • Carrying out such other duties as may be assigned from time to time. • The successful candidate will be required to report to the line manager. They may also be required to deputise for the line manager. ESSENTIAL SKILLS An ability to demonstrate competence in the following areas: (a) Demonstrate a record of excellent project management skills resulting in successful outcomes, simultaneously managing and co-ordinating multiple projects of differing scale, nature and complexity, bringing them to a conclusion on time and on budget. (b) Possess a high standard of administrative and management experience. (c) Have experience of managing and co-ordinating multi-disciplinary and cross-sectional teams and have the ability to motivate, empower, encourage and achieve maximum efficiency and value for money from the personnel and processes under his/her control. (d) Possess effective communications and report writing skills with exceptional attention to detail. (e) Have experience making successful grant and other funding applications. (f) Demonstrate a successful track record influencing change both within organizational culture and within local communities. (g) Have an excellent knowledge of health and safety legislation and regulations and their application in the workplace. (h) Have an excellent knowledge of public procurement processes and rules and competence and experience of financial and budget management. DESIRABLE SKILLS An ability to demonstrate competence in the following areas: • Possess a good knowledge of Local Government functions, services and activities. • Be interested and enthusiastic for the Climate Action agenda and have a good working knowledge of current National & Local Climate Action trends, legislation and plans. • Demonstrate knowledge and experience of working innovatively with the public and in particular communities to deliver projects and other interventions, including involvement of experience of working with all forms of media. • Experience of building strategic relationships with external stakeholders at all levels including local, regional and national and be capable of working in close collaboration with key partners and in seeking co-operation and consensus with a whole range of external bodies and representative groups. • Experience in meeting regularly with stakeholders, providing up-dates, presentations and reports, taking customer feedback and ensuring any learning from same is used to enhance the operations of the organisation. • Be experienced in contributing to the operations and strategic planning processes and in the implementation of the agreed aims of same. PRINCIPAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT A panel may be formed from which future Climate Action Coordinator positions may be filled. The position will be temporary and pensionable. The successful candidate(s) may be assigned as required to any of the Municipal Districts/Directorates under the Chief Executive’s control or to any premises/location in use by the Council now or in the future. Duties The duties of the office are to give to the local authority and i. to such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the Local Government Acts 2001–2014, is Chief Executive, and ii. to any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority or by any of the authorities or bodies mentioned in sub-paragraph (a) of this paragraph. Under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such other officer as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate professional/technical and ancillary services of an advisory, supervisory or executive nature as may be required by any local authority or body hereinbefore mentioned in the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions and duties, including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by any such local authority or body. The holder of the office will, if required, act for an officer of a higher level. Probation Where persons who are not already permanent officers of a Local Authority are appointed, the following provisions shall apply: (a) There shall be a period after such appointments take effect, during which such persons shall hold office on probation. (b) Such period shall be nine months; this period may be extended at the Chief Executive’s discretion. (c) Such persons shall cease to hold such office at the end of the period of probation, unless during such period, the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory. Salary: €80,680–€100,692 per annum includes 2nd LSI EL 04/2026 The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time in line with national policy. The holder of the office shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than his/her inclusive salary) payable to and received by him/her by virtue of his/her office or in respect of services which he/she is required by or under any enactment to perform. Starting pay shall be determined in accordance with appropriate Departmental Circular letters. New Entrants will be placed on the minimum of salary scale. Hours of Work The person appointed will be required to work a 35 hour week Monday to Friday, which equates to a 7 hour day to be accounted for within attendance hours of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with one hour lunch between 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. A flexi system is also in operation. Garda Vetting Candidates may be subject to Garda Vetting. Appointment(s) will be considered having regard to receipt of satisfactory Garda Vetting, particularly to determine suitability to work with children/vulnerable adults. Citizenship Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: (a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or (b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or (c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or (d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a Stamp 4 visa; or (e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a Stamp 4 visa; or (f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a Stamp 4 visa.
Senior Occupational Therapist
Would you like to work for a great employer? Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland, and is named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2025 . Enable Ireland, as an equal opportunities employer, proudly maintains a Silver Award in Diversity from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We vigorously advocate for fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement, and are dedicated to ongoing enhancement in these areas. We are currently seeking highly-motivated Senior Occupational Therapists to join our teams in Enable Ireland Wicklow Children’s Services. Current Vacancy: Permanent, full or part time posts in Bray, Co. Wicklow. Salary Scale: €62,072 - €73,447 pro rata per annum. Salary scales are subject to LSI’s (Long Service Increments) This pay scale is subject to increases in 2026 in accordance with the recent WRC agreement towards enhanced pay adjustments in Section 39 organisations Annual Leave Entitlement : 33 days per annum pro rata Overview of the Post: To work as a senior member of the interdisciplinary team providing supports to children aged 0-18 years and families within the region. The post holder will be responsible for the provision of occupational therapy services to include assessment, diagnostics and intervention to children with a range of disabilities, clinical supervision and participate in the ongoing service delivery. The post holder will be required to work across a variety of settings including the Centre, schools, special schools, preschools and children’s homes and community settings. Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Please see Job Description for full list The successful candidate will have Essential Criteria: If you believe you would fit the role then please submit your application today. Benefits As a staff member of Enable Ireland, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including: · Excellent internal and external training opportunities · Generous annual leave entitlements · Flexible Working · Long service reward scheme · Pay adjusted Maternity Leave · Pay adjusted Adoptive Leave · Pay adjusted Paternity Leave · Wellbeing benefits · Pension For a full list of our benefits & conditions, please click here: What now? To apply, please download the Job Description and Person Specification for your information and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted. Closing date for applications: 15th September 2026 Interview date: TBC A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise during the next 12 months. · The post will be subject to reference checks and may be subject to Garda vetting/police clearance, as relevant. · Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted for interview. · Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants from all sections of the community. · The above information serves only as a guide to the advertised position. Enable Ireland, at its discretion, reserves the right to change this prior to appointment. · Please review Enable Ireland’s Rezoomo Privacy Policy here: https://enableireland.ie/resources/publications/rezoomo-privacy-policy · Please review the Enable Ireland’s External Data Protection Notice available at https://www.enableireland.ie/privacy-policy for details on how Enable Ireland processes applicant’s personal information. Please note if you are invited for interview, we will share your personal data with: 1) Any virtual service provider we use to host the interview; and 2) the interview panel (if applicable). Your information will be stored for this purpose in line with our retention policy
Senior Psychologist
Would you like to work for a great employer? Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland and is named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2025 . Enable Ireland, as an equal opportunities employer, proudly maintains a Silver Award in Diversity from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We vigorously advocate for fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement, and are dedicated to ongoing enhancement in these areas. We are currently seeking a highly motivated Senior Psychologist to join our team in Co. Wicklow. We have a full-time opportunity within our team in Wicklow Town. Contract Type: Permanent post. Contract Hours: 35 hours per week. Salary Scale: €97,978 – €115,166 pro rata per annum. Salary scales are subject to LSI’s (Long Service Increments) This pay scale is subject to increases in 2026 in accordance with the recent WRC agreement towards enhanced pay adjustments in Section 39 organisations. Annual Leave Entitlement : 34 days per annum. Overview of the Post: Enable Ireland delivers children’s services through the Children’s Disability Network Teams (CDNT) under the national Progressing Disabilities Services (PDS) model for children and young people with complex needs arising from a disability. The post holder will be responsible for the provision of a range of Psychology services for young people (0 – 18 years) and their families within an interdisciplinary framework. Service will include assessment and intervention, clinical supervision and ongoing service development. This will be delivered through a family centred approach across a variety of settings including the clinic, preschools, schools, children’s homes and community settings. Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Please see Job Description for full list of duties. The successful candidate will have: Essential Criteria: If you believe you would fit the role then please submit your application today. Benefits As a staff member of Enable Ireland, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including: · Excellent internal and external training opportunities · Generous annual leave entitlements · Flexible Working · Long service reward scheme · Pay adjusted Maternity Leave · Pay adjusted Adoptive Leave · Pay adjusted Paternity Leave · Wellbeing benefits · Pension For a full list of our benefits & conditions, please click here: What now? To apply, please download the Job Description and Person Specification for your information and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted. Closing date for applications: 13th September 2026 Interview date: TBC A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise during the next 12 months. · The post will be subject to reference checks and may be subject to Garda vetting/police clearance, as relevant. · Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted for interview. · Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants from all sections of the community. · The above information serves only as a guide to the advertised position. Enable Ireland, at its discretion, reserves the right to change this prior to appointment. · Please review Enable Ireland’s Rezoomo Privacy Policy here: https://enableireland.ie/resources/publications/rezoomo-privacy-policy · Please review the Enable Ireland’s External Data Protection Notice available at https://www.enableireland.ie/privacy-policy for details on how Enable Ireland processes applicant’s personal information. Please note if you are invited for interview, we will share your personal data with: 1) Any virtual service provider we use to host the interview; and 2) the interview panel (if applicable). Your information will be stored for this purpose in line with our retention policy
Assistant Staff Officer
QUALIFICATIONS Character Candidates shall be of good character. Health Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Education, Experience, etc. Candidates must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: Applicants to Panel B (Open) (i) (a) have obtained at least Grade D (or a Pass), in Higher or Ordinary Level, in five subjects (or four subjects if Irish is included) from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education Established Leaving Certificate Examination or Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme including Irish and/or English and one of the following: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics, AND (b) have obtained at least Grade C (or Honours) in higher level (or Honours) papers in three subjects in that examination (or two subjects if Irish and/or one of the following is included: Mathematics, Accounting, Business Organisation or Economics), OR (ii) have obtained a comparable standard in an equivalent examination, OR (iii) hold a third level qualification of at least degree standard. (iv) shall have satisfactory experience in administrative procedures, including adequate practical experience in work of an executive nature, office organisation and control of staff. Confined Competition (Panel A) (v) (a) be a serving employee in a local authority, or a regional assembly and have no less than two years’ satisfactory experience in a post of Clerical Officer or analogous post, Confined Competition (Panel C) (vi) (a) be a serving employee of Wicklow County Council and have not less than two years’ satisfactory experience in a post of Clerical Officer or analogous post. PLEASE NOTE: Non-Irish Qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications. Overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. Failure to do so will deem your application inadmissible. The onus is on the candidate to ensure that the relevant qualification is listed on their application form. In the event that an offer of employment is made, the candidate will be required to submit all relevant Educational Qualifications in order to meet the requirements above. DRIVING LICENCE/TRAVEL The holder of the office may be required to hold a valid Irish/EU full driving licence for class B vehicles or a licence acceptable to NDLS for exchange, free from endorsement and disqualification. They must be a competent driver and shall drive a motor car in the course of his/her duties and for this purpose, provide and maintain a car to the satisfaction of the Local Authority. The Local Authority must be indemnified on their insurance. DUTIES The following is a non-exhaustive list of key duties and responsibilities which may be assigned to an Assistant Staff Officer: • Support the line manager to ensure the section or department work programmes are implemented to deliver on the Council’s Corporate Plan and operational matters. • Communicate and liaise effectively with customers, employees, supervisors and line managers in other sections, in relation to operational matters for their section or area of work. • Prepare reports, correspondence and other documents as required. • Organise and facilitate internal and external meetings and participate and engage in discussions as appropriate. • Provide assistance and support in the delivery of projects as required. • Ensure high levels of customer service, responding to queries and requests for information in a professional, courteous and timely manner. • Support the line manager to communicate, implement and manage all change management initiatives within the relevant area of responsibility. • Supervise employees within their team or programmes of work within their area of responsibility, providing support to team members or colleagues as required and through participation in the Performance Management Development System. • Comply with Health and Safety legislative requirements, policies and procedures and safe systems of work. • Participate in corporate activities and responsibilities appropriate to the grade. • Deputise for the line manager or equivalent as required. • To undertake any other duties of a similar level and responsibility, as may be required or assigned, from time to time. PRINCIPAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT A panel for Baltinglass Municipal District and a panel for Countywide will be formed from which future Assistant Staff Officer positions may be filled. These panels will remain in place for two years. The position will be fulltime and pensionable. The successful candidate(s) may be assigned as required to any of the Municipal Districts/Directorates under the Chief Executive’s control or to any premises/location in use by the Council now or in the future. Duties The duties of the office are to give to the local authority and (a) to such other local authorities or bodies for which the Chief Executive, for the purposes of the Local Government Acts 2001–2014, is Chief Executive, and (b) to any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority or by any of the authorities or bodies mentioned in sub-paragraph (a) of this paragraph. Under the general direction and control of the Chief Executive or of such other officer as the Chief Executive may from time to time determine, such appropriate professional/technical and ancillary services of an advisory, supervisory or executive nature as may be required by any local authority or body hereinbefore mentioned in the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions and duties, including the duty of servicing all committees that may be established by any such local authority or body. The holder of the office will, if required, act for an officer of a higher level. Probation Where persons who are not already permanent officers of a Local Authority are appointed, the following provisions shall apply: (a) there shall be a period after such appointments take effect, during which such persons shall hold office on probation; (b) such period shall be nine months; this period may be extended at the Chief Executive discretion; (c) such persons shall cease to hold such office at the end of the period of probation, unless during such period, the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory. Salary: €36,474 - €56,015 per annum includes 2nd LSI EL 04/2026 The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time in line with national policy. The holder of the office shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than his/her inclusive salary) payable to and received by him/her by virtue of his/her office or in respect of services which he/she is required by or under any enactment to perform. Starting pay shall be determined in accordance with appropriate Departmental Circular letters. New Entrants will be placed on the minimum of salary scale. Hours of Work The person appointed will be required to work a 35-hour week Monday to Friday, which equates to a 7-hour day to be accounted for within attendance hours of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with one hour lunch between 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. A flexi system is also in operation. Garda Vetting Candidates may be subject to Garda Vetting. Appointment(s) will be considered having regard to receipt of satisfactory Garda Vetting, particularly to determine suitability to work with children/vulnerable adults. Citizenship Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: (a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or (b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or (c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or (d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a Stamp 4 visa; or (e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a Stamp 4 visa; or (f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a Stamp 4 visa. Work Permit All non-EU/EEA citizens must hold a valid work permit prior to and for the duration of their contract. The work permit must allow you to work full time for Wicklow County Council. It is the responsibility of individual employees to ensure that you have a valid work permit. If at any stage during your contract, you cease to hold a valid work permit you must immediately advise Wicklow County Council and your employment will cease with immediate effect. Health For the purposes of satisfying the requirements as to health it will be necessary for successful candidates, before they are appointed, to undergo at their expense a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the local authority. On taking up appointment the expense of the medical examination will be refunded to candidates. Residence Holders of the office shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. Annual Leave Annual leave entitlement will be 27 days per annum exclusive of public holidays and Good Friday.
Service Manager
POSITION SUMMARY: The Service Manager will be primarily responsible for the operational management of the Jigsaw service. The Jigsaw Service Manager will work as part of a collaborative leadership team (Service Manager and Clinical Manager) to ensure the safe and effective delivery of the Jigsaw service and compliance with service related policies and procedures. The Service Manager has lead responsibility for oversight and management of delivery of youth mental health promotion programmes, youth and community participatory structures and community engagement activities. The Service Manager also holds responsibility at local level for budget management and oversight of premises and health and safety. This is a front facing role with daily interactions with Young People and members of the public. Access to home working is occasional and is offered based on responsibilities of the role and the needs of the Service and Young People. CORE JOB REQUIREMENTS The Service Manager, as part of the collaborative leadership team, provides operational management across the Jigsaw Service, including: Leadership • Managing the planning processes ensuring the Jigsaw team have a clear vision for 1) clinical service delivery 2) youth mental health promotion and 3) youth participation. • Ensuring the Jigsaw service plan is aligned to regional and national Jigsaw priorities. • Ensuring that local strategy is translated into operational work plans. • Working collaboratively as part of the Jigsaw Leadership team and contributing to leadership meetings with regional colleagues. • Promoting a collaborative and compassionate culture in Jigsaw. Operational Management • Providing line management to members of the service team. • Supporting the performance and professional development of the Jigsaw team, including performance management and reviews of direct line staff members. • Overseeing the efficient operation of the service, including the system of scheduling appointments for young people. • Engaging in ongoing evaluation and improvement in service performance including achievement of Key Performance Indicators and targets in line with national standards. • Implementing financial policies and procedures and managing the local Jigsaw budget. • Leading the development of annual service plans for the service. • Analysing and reporting on data from Jigsaw Data System to inform service delivery. • Implementing the Jigsaw risk management policy. • Holding local responsibility for, and working with the Jigsaw facilities department, ensuring that the service premises/facilities are in line with health and safety requirements and provide a welcoming, youth focused mental health service setting. Relationship Building and Communications • Developing and maintaining positive, productive and trusting relationship within leadership colleagues. • Facilitating positive working relations among the team members in Jigsaw. • Facilitating positive lines of communication with Jigsaw service colleagues as well as national central and support teams, ensuring service staff are aware of significant strategic and procedural developments. • Taking a lead role in developing and sustaining co-operative and collaborative relationships with a range of key stakeholders from the statutory, voluntary and community sector. Manage Youth Mental Health Service in the Community • Ensuring Jigsaw is delivered in compliance with service delivery policies and procedures. • Ensuring and overseeing efficient processing of referrals and scheduling of appointments for young people. • Monitoring inward and outwards referral pathways and working with the Clinical Manager to develop strategies to promote service integration. • Representing and promoting Jigsaw in community fora. • Developing local fundraising strategies and ensuring Jigsaw is compliant with the Jigsaw fundraising policy. • Acting as Complaints Officer within the local service. • Regularly reviewing and drawing learning from feedback from young people and parents/carers who have engaged with the service. Managing Participatory Structures • Overseeing the planning, implementation and evaluation of the Youth Advocate Programme. • Managing the planning and delivery of local community engagement structures. • Planning (including risk assess), managing and evaluating local community events. General • Being flexible and willing to work evenings and occasional weekends, as required. • Undertaking any other duties as determined by Jigsaw. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Essential • A minimum of 3 years management experience in health, youth work, social care, education or other not for profit sector service. • A third level qualification (Bachelor’s Degree and/or equivalent) in a business, health (including mental health), community development, education, or social science related area. • Years of management experience may be considered in place of formal qualifications. • Three years’ experience managing a team in a human service delivery context. • Experience developing operational plans, staff work plans, monitoring and reviewing performance cycles. • Experience of planning, supporting implementation and evaluation of participatory structures. • Experience of financial management, including budget development and analysis and implementing financial procedures. • Experience of change management. • A proficient level of computer literacy and competence in MS Office, Office 365, Microsoft Teams, Zoom and SharePoint. • Strong interpersonal and communications skills with demonstrable experience building and maintaining relationships at various levels within a complex environment. • Ability to be agile and flexible with their management style and approach to their work. • Strong self-awareness, negotiation and conflict management skills. • Strong Emotional Intelligence. • Full, clean driving licence. Desirable • Experience leading the development and implementation of service plan. • Strong data management and analysis skills. • Experience implementing a service wide risk management policy. • Experience managing facilities in a service delivery context. • Experience working as part of a management team, steering group or cross-disciplinary team. • Knowledge of theory and policy underpinning youth and community participation. • Experience managing wide ranging community events. • Awareness of the policy context of Jigsaw. • Experience managing community partnership projects. • Experience generating unrestricted income, understanding of controls & best practice in fundraising. BENEFITS Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Factors taken into account in determining an appropriate scale include the candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications relevant to the job. The salary range for this role will be €53,722 - €78,220. Jigsaw operates the following benefits for its employees: • Defined contribution pension scheme. • Annual leave 25 days, exclusive of public holidays and 1.5 company days. • Comprehensive annual CPD schedule. • Discounted Group Health Insurance Scheme. • Travel Pass Scheme/Bike to Work Scheme. • Financial support for further education. • Flexible Working.
Social Care Worker
�� Social Care Worker | Rosanna Gardens, Ashford, Co. Wicklow Make a real difference every day. At Sunbeam House Services , we support people to live meaningful, independent lives in their communities. We're currently looking for a Social Care Worker to join our welcoming and experienced team in Rosanna Gardens, Ashford, Co. Wicklow . Why Join Rosanna Gardens? Rosanna Gardens is a warm and supportive residential home for adults with intellectual disabilities. We support people to develop life skills, enjoy meaningful community involvement, make choices, and live as independently as possible in a person-centred environment. You'll be joining a collaborative team where respect, inclusion, independence, and dignity are at the heart of everything we do. What You'll Do ✅ Support people to achieve their personal goals and live fulfilling lives ✅ Promote independence, choice and community participation ✅ Build positive relationships with individuals, families and colleagues ✅ Support daily living activities and personal development ✅ Contribute to person-centred plans and outcomes ✅ Advocate for the rights and wellbeing of the people we support What You'll Need ✔ QQI Level 7 in Social Care (or recognised equivalent) ✔ CORU registration (or eligibility to register) ✔ Full driving licence and access to a car ✔ A genuine passion for supporting people to live their best lives What We Offer �� Permanent Full-Time Position �� Competitive salary from €41,260 - €57,789 (subject to relevant experience) �� Pension scheme �� Training, development and career progression opportunities �� A supportive and values-driven workplace where you can make a lasting impact Ready to Join Us? If you're passionate about person-centred support and want to be part of a team that empowers individuals to achieve greater independence and inclusion, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help create opportunities, choice and meaningful lives with Sunbeam House Services. ��
