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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 Adult Services Support Worker to join our team in Dublin Adult Services CHO7 Area Crumlin/Rialto Contract Type: Specified Purpose Maternity Leave Contract Hours: 35 hours per week Salary Scale: The current salary scale for this post is €34,382 to €41,607 pro rata per annum for fulltime posts of 39 hours per week. The hourly rate ranges from €16.95/h to €20.52 p/h 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: 30 days pro rata per annum and proportionately less for less than 12 months service. Overview of the Post: · To provide opportunities for people with disabilities to develop a range of options in the areas of training, employment and greater inclusion in the community generally. · Supporting individual service users to participate in the various programmes and activities within the service. · Working through a Person-Centred approach and in line with Enable Ireland’s code of practice, policies & procedures. · The service is one which is based on the promotion of dignity, respect and the development of choice for those who use the service. Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Please see Job Description for full list . The successful candidate will have Essential Criteria: · Evidence of having completed FETAC Level 5 or other relevant Health/Social Care qualification OR willingness to be supported in completing this training within the first 12 months of employment · The Post holder will have previous experience of working with adults with disabilities in the health care sector. · Fluency in English · Candidates must have current eligibility to work in the state · Available for immediate start · Full clean driving licence which is valid in the state with agreement to undertake D1 driver training if required Desirable Criteria: · Specific requirements relating to working with individuals e.g. previous experience of working with individuals with Physical Disabilities/Acquired Brain Injury/Epilepsy and/or behaviours of concern. · Holder of CPC Driver card · Minimum of 1 year experience of delivering personal care in a health or social care context · Experience in clamping wheelchairs. 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 search: https://www.enableireland.ie/about-us/careers/employee-benefits 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: Wednesday 18th February, 2026 @ 12pm PREVIOUS APPLICANTS IN THE LAST 6 MONTHS NEED NOT APPLY A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise during the next 12 months in the region 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
Social Care Worker
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 Social Care Worker to join our team in Childrens Respite, Lavanagh House, Currraheen, Cork Contract Type: Relief Contract Hours: Variable Hours Salary Scale: The current salary scale for this post is €38,392 (€18.93/hour) to €53,673 (€26.46) 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 : 10.7% of hours worked for variable hours contracts Overview of the Post: Lavanagh house Children’s Respite service provides services to children with disabilities in the Cork area in active partnership and in line with the needs and wishes of the child and family. Enable Ireland respite services are committed to working in partnership with service users and families in the planning, delivery and evaluation of all services. Lavanagh house provides planned short term respite care, both day and night, where children will be grouped together by age and interest. Our staffing levels compliment the health and social care needs of the children attending respite Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Please see Job Description for full list The successful candidate will have Essential Criteria: Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc. (a) Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: (i) Hold professional registration on the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU. See list of recognised Social Care qualifications at: https://coru.ie/health-and-social-care-professionals/education/approved-qualifications/social-care-workers / (see note 2 below) OR (ii) Have a schedule 3 qualification. See list of recognised Schedule 3 qualifications at: https://coru.ie/health-and-social-care-professionals/registration/registration-requirements/approved-qualifications/schedule-3-qualifications/schedule-3-qualifications.html (see note 1& 2 below) OR (iii) Have a comparable qualification recognised by Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU OR (iv) Applicants who satisfy the conditions set out in Section 91 of the Health and Social Care Professionals Act 2005, (see note 3 below*), must submit proof of application for registration with the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU. The acceptable proof is correspondence from the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU confirming their application for registration as a Section 91 applicant was received by the 30th November 2025. OR (v) Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU before a contract of employmentment can be issued. AND (b) Candidates must possess the requisite knowledge and ability, including a high standard of suitability, for the proper discharge of the role Note1* Schedule 3 Qualifications. This is a qualification listed in Schedule 3 of the Health and Social Care Professions Act 2005 for existing practitioners under section 91. Candidates who hold Schedule 3 qualifications can apply to register with CORU during the two year period after the register opens up to the 30th November 2025. Once the transitional period is over -30th November 2025, only qualifications approved by the Registration Board will be considered. Note 2* If your qualifications are not listed within criterion (i) and (ii) please contact CORU socialcare.workers@coru.ie Note 3* Under the Health and Social Care Professionals Act 2005 candidates are considered Section 91 applicants if they qualified before 30th November 2023 and have been engaged in the practice of the profession in the Republic of Ireland for a minimum of 2 years (or an aggregate of 2 years fulltime), during the 5 year period prior to the Register opened on 30th November 2023. Annual registration On appointment practitioners must maintain annual registration on the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU. · Experience in contributing to the development of personal plans. · Has experience and knowledge of the role of a key worker. · Experience of delivering personal care to adults. · Experience of assisting adults with medical needs/ administering medication. · Experience of engaging in professional supervision. Desirable Criteria: · Experience of working with adults with disabilities including physical/intellectual/ ASD/behaviours of concern. · Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team · Experience in taking leadership in the development of personal plans. · Experience in responding to complaints 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: Wednesday 18th February 2026 before noon 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
Adult Support Worker
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 Adult Services Support Worker to join our team in Dublin Adult Services CHO7 Area Crumlin/Rialto Contract Type: Permanent Part Time Contract Hours: 35 hours per week Salary Scale: The current salary scale for this post is €34,382 to €41,607 pro rata per annum for fulltime posts of 39 hours per week. The hourly rate ranges from €16.95/h to €20.52 p/h 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: 30 days pro rata per annum and proportionately less for less than 12 months service. Overview of the Post: · To provide opportunities for people with disabilities to develop a range of options in the areas of training, employment and greater inclusion in the community generally. · Supporting individual service users to participate in the various programmes and activities within the service. · Working through a Person-Centred approach and in line with Enable Ireland’s code of practice, policies & procedures. · The service is one which is based on the promotion of dignity, respect and the development of choice for those who use the service. Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Please see Job Description for full list . The successful candidate will have Essential Criteria: · Evidence of having completed FETAC Level 5 or other relevant Health/Social Care qualification OR willingness to be supported in completing this training within the first 12 months of employment · The Post holder will have previous experience of working with adults with disabilities in the health care sector. · Fluency in English · Candidates must have current eligibility work in the state · Available for immediate start · Full clean driving licence which is valid in the state with agreement to undertake D1 driver training if required. Desirable Criteria: · Specific requirements relating to working with individuals e.g. previous experience of working with individuals with Physical Disabilities/Acquired Brain Injury/Epilepsy and/or behaviours of concern. · Holder of CPC Driver card · Minimum of 1 year experience of delivering personal care in a health or social care context · Experience in clamping wheelchairs. 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 search: https://www.enableireland.ie/about-us/careers/employee-benefits 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: Wednesday 18th February 2026 @ 12pm PREVIOUS APPLICANTS IN THE LAST 6 MONTHS NEED NOT APPLY A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise during the next 12 months in the region 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
Support Worker
We are hiring a Support Worker in Ennis, Co. Clare! Come and work with one of Ireland’s best 150 Employers! Brothers of Charity Services Ireland are looking for bright, ambitious individuals who have a positive attitude towards working with people with an intellectual disability and who are committed to ensuring that our persons supported lead as fulfilling and enjoyable a life as possible. Role: Support Worker Contracts Available: Specified Purpose Full Time 78/78 (78 hours per fortnight: Maternity Leave Cover) Location: Ennis, Co. Clare The role of a Support Worker Support Workers provide a key-working caring role for a group of People Supported by the Services. They are responsible for all aspects of personal care required during the day. This includes meals, personal hygiene and other related aspects of physical well-being. Secondly, a major focus of the Support Worker role is to assist and support People Supported by the Services with the development of their Individual Plans and achievement of associated outcomes. In addition, a critical component of this role is to support People Supported by the Services in community participation and integration. **PLEASE SEE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION ATTACHED Some of our benefits: · Competitive Rates of Pay (€34,036 - €47,454 pro-rata) · 22 days Annual Leave · Defined Benefit Pension Plan · Full Training provided · Career Progression · Sick Pay Benefits · Employee Assistance Programs The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Social Care Worker, Kilbarrack
St. Michael’s House are recruiting a Social Care Workers for a community residential service for adults with intellectual disability and autism. Full Time –permanent contract St. Michael's House is a community-based organisation committed to providing a quality person centred service and high standard of living to people with an intellectual disability in the greater Dublin area. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with a skilled and responsive staff team to deliver a high-quality service for five people. Working closely with the Social Care Leader, multi-disciplinary team and families, the key task is to provide positive behaviour and person centred supports to ensure a good quality of life for these five people. Essential Criteria for Applicants What We Offer: · HSE Pay Scale (incremental*) · Premium Payments · Sick Pay Scheme · Paid Maternity Leave · Pension · Cycle to Work Scheme · Generous Annual Leave · Employee Assistance Programme · Comprehensive Induction · Training / CPD · Career Progression Salary Scale: Successful candidates will be paid in line with the August 2025 HSE revised consolidated Social Care Worker pay scale (point 1; €40,351 – point 14; €56,650 per annum based on working a 39-hour week). Should you have no prior public sector experience you will be placed on point 1 of the pay-scale above. Informal enquiries are welcome by Caroline Flynn - Service Manager on caroline.flynn@smh.ie To Apply: Upload a CV and cover letter TO REZOOMO Closing Date for receipt of applications is 5pm 20/02/2026 Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted, include a valid email address on application. St. Michael’s House is an equal opportunities employer
Adult Support Worker, Day Services
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 Adult Support Worker to join our Day Service team in Nenagh Contract Type: Permanent Contract Hours: Full time Salary Scale: €34,382 to €41,607 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 : 30 days pro rata Overview of the Post: The role of the Adult Support Worker will be to provide individualised supports to individuals with a disability to enable them to live the life of their own choosing in accordance with the values of New Directions, which underpin the principles of inclusion, rights, choice and independence in the community. The Adult Support Worker will work as part of a team within the adult day service to facilitate service owners with their daily programmes. This service is a move away from traditional centre-based model of day service. The post holder will encourage and support opportunities to help develop a range of options for service owners in line with their person centred plan. Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Please see job description for full duties The successful candidate will have Essential Criteria: −Minimum qualification QQI Level 5 Major Award (8 modules) in Social Care/Disability/Care skills or relevant heath related area.(Individuals with 2 modules completed will be eligible to apply once commitment given to complete the remainder of the major award) −experience working with adults with disabilities. −Full clean driver’s licence and willingness to drive service transport. −Be Eligible to work in the state −Basic IT skills. Desirable Criteria: - Experience of working with adults in a day service setting. − Experience of working in community and in-home setting. − Knowledge of person centered planning and Key Worker system − Knowledge of New Directions guidelines − Have experience supporting a service owner with behaviours that challenge 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 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: 5pm Monday 16th February 2026 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
Social Care Leader/ Designated Centre Administrator
Remuneration The salary scale for the post is: (as at 01/08/2025) €56,351 €57,569 €58,786 €62,032 €63,291 €64,540 €65,807 Salary Scales are updated periodically and the most up to date versions can be found here: https://healthservice.hse.ie/staff/benefits-services/pay/pay-scales.html Location of Post Brothers of Charity Services, Limerick Region There will be a supplementary panel formed for all Social Care Leader posts within Brothers of Charity Services Limerick Region from which current and future permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full time or part time duration may be filled. Informal Enquiries Contact: Ms. Breda Rowsome, Acting Head of Community Services Tel: 087-6705477 Email: Breda.Rowsome@bocsi.ie Details of the Service The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland (BOCSI) 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 the Brothers of Charity Service. 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 the Brothers of Charity Services. The Brothers of Charity Services 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 Area Manager. Purpose of the Post Objectives: · To help each person to integrate into their local community and workplace · To enable people to grow in autonomy and to develop personal awareness and independence. · To support each person to live such a lifestyle within the community as is realistically attainable with his or her resources. This includes development of his/her personal talents. · Ensure that all duties and responsibilities are in line with the primary responsibility – to empower individuals who use our services. · 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. Principal Duties & Responsibilities The primary responsibility of all staff is to empower individuals who use our services to live the lives they choose. The Social Care Leader/Designated Centre Administrator will- · Fulfil the statutory obligations in line with HIQA regulations · Ensure confidentiality is maintained in all relevant practices · Ensure that all residential services under his/her care shall be HIQA compliant · Ensure that My Profile My Plan, Kardex, Ledgers and any other agreed recording mechanisms are accurate, detailed and up to date · Ensure that Person Centred Plans are in place with accurate, detailed and up to date information for each resident. · Supervise all staff in the assigned Community Houses and report directly to the Area Manager. · Provide supervision, support and assistance to Social Care staff. · Ensure that rosters and timetables of regular staff cover are in place to provide adequate supervision in all community houses. · Advise the Area Manager when emergency backup arrangements are required. · Be proactive in dealing with issues pertaining to staff in relation to their conditions of employment. · Have a clear understanding of the employee handbook and the content therein. · Assist the Area Manager in the preparation and monitoring of budgets and rosters and ensure that all reports, time sheets and financial statements are accurate, completed and returned on time. · Co-ordinate community living programmes for service users and visit Community Houses regularly. · Take part in the induction and training of new staff. · Co-ordinate the placement and supervision of students and other volunteers. · Ensure that security and confidentiality of documentation is in place and adhered to at all times. · Ensure that all staff take their annual leave entitlements in a planned and coordinated way within the current financial year. · Arrange and attend staff meetings, house meetings, lifestyle planning meetings and case conferences as required. · Ensure that decisions from the above meetings are implemented. · Ensure that Social Care staff are familiar with and adhere to the Policy and Procedure documents of the organisation. · Ensure that all staff work according to the Code of Practice. · Be aware of the organisation’s safety, health and welfare at work statements and ensure that policies and procedures associated with same are adhered to at all times. · Ensure accident/incident forms are completed following an accident or incident. Accident forms and form of notice must be returned to the Human Resources Department as soon as possible after the event. · Be available as required for emergent situations that may arise from time to time. This may be outside normal contractual hours. A mobile phone will be provided to ensure that emergencies are responded to immediately. · Play an active role in developing supportive relationships with neighbours and other people who live or work in the area. · Liaise with family members. · Be flexible and perform such other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Director of Services or his/her delegates. 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 Essential Criteria: The successful candidate must: · Hold a minimum Level 8 Qualification in Social Care, Social Work or Nursing · Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills. · Have a strong working knowledge of HIQA standards and regulations · Demonstrate the ability to manage and supervise staff. · Have an understanding of and commitment to Personal Lifestyle Planning. · Be proactive and have the ability to work as part of a team. · Have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work on their own initiative. · Excellent IT, administration, report writing and organisational skills. · Possess a full clean driving licence and own vehicle and be willing and able to drive a vehicle with up to 8 passenger seats and up to 3,500kg. · Be able to work evenings and weekend shifts. · Be prepared to be on call as required Desirable Criteria: · Working with budgets and accounts · Knowledge of spreadsheets and database · A relevant qualification at minimum Level 6 in People Management · 1 to 3 years Management experience while not essential is desirable 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 · Proficient usage of Microsoft Office applications (to include MS Excel) · Proven ability to collect and interpret data for processing · Demonstrated customer service experience with proven ability to deliver highest standard of service. · Good communication skills. · An ability and willingness to listen. · A polite and respectful manner in all interactions. 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 Have reasonable knowledge and appreciation of, residential needs, social/recreational issues and training programmes for adults with intellectual disabilities. Due to the constantly changing needs of individuals who use the services and the constantly changing environment in which services are being provided all staff are expected to have a high level of flexibility and an ability to modify their approaches based on the needs of the individuals who use the services and the requirements of the service delivery environment. This job description and person specification may therefore evolve over time.
Resettlement Support Worker
The Resettlement Support Worker is the link between the refugee family and the community into which they are resettled. They will report to the Implementing partner and the Resettlement Inter-agency Working Group at a local level. The role of the Resettlement Support Worker is : · to support refugees in the first weeks after they are resettled within the community, · to develop programmes and activities to promote participation and inclusion of the refugees in wider society · to develop mechanisms that promote self-sufficiency, and independent living. The role of the Resettlement Support Worker during the initial months is to ensure that the resettled refugees can move seamlessly into their new homes, that they are linked with the local service providers, that they have a point of contact should issues arise and that they are in receipt of applicable benefits and entitlements. The RSW also ensures that programme refugees are linked to mainstream service providers in the immediate period after resettlement. Key services include childcare, dental and optical services, medical appointments as well as linkages to sporting and other local activities. Other tasks undertaken by the RSW include: · monitoring and reporting incidents of racism and discrimination ; · making appropriate provision for persons with special needs, including working with mainstream service providers to access appropriate services outside of the area; · identification, in consultation with the programme refugees, of any training programmes needed to prepare for entry into the labour market as well as liaising with the mainstream service providers to encourage participation in such programmes; and · attending and reporting to the Inter-agency Resettlement Working Group meetings. The Resettlement Support Worker is not intended to replace mainstream service provision but should identify where gaps arise and should guide the refugee in how to access mainstream services. The Resettlement Support Worker links the refugee families to programmes and activities available in the community, such as after-schools programmes, women’s groups and sports clubs to promote participation by the refugees in the community. The Resettlement Support Worker should identify resources that will promote the long-term integration of the families. He/she also organises drop-in clinics for families to discuss any issues arising with regard to service provision and should develop strategies for addressing such issues and report to the Inter-Agency Working Group. Exit Strategy. At this point, refugee families should be in a position to manage their lives independently. The Resettlement Support Worker is required to submit interim and annual reports, including reports on budgets and expenditure to the Inter-Agency Working Group. ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POST 1. Character Candidates shall be of good character. 2. Health Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. Citizenship : Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: i. A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or ii. A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or iii. A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or iv. 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 v. 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 vi. 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 4. Education, Training, Experience, etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: a) Hold a recognised qualification (at least level 7 in the National Framework of Qualifications) in a relevant discipline such as community development, education or social science. b) Have at least 3 years’ experience working in a similar type role with diverse groups in a community development setting; c) Possess a good working knowledge of the mainstream model of integration and the policies which govern Ireland’s International Protection system, Irish Refugee Protection programme and Temporary Protection programme; d) Have experience of providing individual support and outreach; e) Have experience of working with other external agencies and organisations including both voluntary and public sector; f) Possess a good working knowledge of the youth sector and the ability to connect International Protection (IP) applicants, Programme Refugees and Beneficiaries of Temporary Protection (BOTP) aged 15-24 years with the appropriate support services; g) Have a strong understanding of the concept of cultural diversity and the ability to adapt working approach to embrace many different nationalities and cultures; h) Have a thorough knowledge of the principles and processes of community development with expertise in a broad range of development models, particularly those appropriate to minority ethnic groups; i) Have a satisfactory knowledge of public service organisation or the ability to acquire such knowledge. Driving Licence Requirement Applicants should at the date of applying hold a full unendorsed valid Irish /EU licence, for Class B vehicles, or a licence acceptable to NDLS for transfer to full Irish licence, (Link below). https://www.ndls.ie/help/faq.html#exchange-of-foreign-driving-licences *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. Desirable: It is desirable that candidates should have the following: · A background or specific knowledge of international development. · Fluency in written and spoken English. · An understanding of the cross-cultural issues affecting families arriving from a war-torn state under traumatic circumstances, and an ability to deal with those families empathetically while maintaining an ethical and professional stance. · Knowledge of other languages especially those likely to be spoken or understood by Programme Refugees. Each candidate must include on the application form details of all qualifications obtained by them. The invitation to attend for Interview is not to be regarded as an admission that you possess the prescribed qualifications and/or requirements for this post or are you qualified by law to hold the post. Documentary proof will be required before appointment where you claim credit for particular qualification, experience, etc. Type of Post Future relevant temporary posts will be filled from the panel(s) formed. The post(s) will be whole-time, temporary and pensionable. Remuneration The annual salary (Circular EL 07-2025, Revised Local Authority Scales Operative from 1st August 2025) is as follows: (Analogous to pay scale of Senior Staff Officer) Point 01/08/2025 1 €57,322 2 €58,689 3 €60,356 4 €63,491 5 €65,363 LSI 1 €67,690 LSI 2 €70,030 IMPORTANT NOTE: Candidates should note that the starting salary is not subject to negotiation . Entry into the pay scale above the minimum point will only apply to existing public servants in the context of the relevant Government Pay Circulars. Candidates who are not covered by such Circulars will enter the pay scale at the minimum point i.e.€57,322 The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. The holder of the office shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to and received by them by virtue of their office or in respect of services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. Probation: (a) there shall be a period after such appointments take effect during which such persons shall hold the position on probation, (b) such period shall be 12 months but, the Chief Executive may at their discretion extend such period, (c) such persons shall cease to hold the position at end of the period of probation unless during such period, the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory. Hours of Duty The person appointed will be required to work a 35 hour week. The role will involve flexible working hours and will include evening and weekend work for which overtime will not be paid but time-off-in-lieu will be available. The successful candidate will be required to log their hours of work in accordance with the requirements of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 and will be required to co-operate with the use of technologies to record such hours. Annual Leave: The annual leave entitlement will be 30 days per annum. Residence: Holder of the post shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. 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 Galway City 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 Galway City Council and your employment will cease with immediate effect. Outside Employment: The position is whole-time and the employee may not engage in private practice or be connected with any outside business which would interfere with the performance of official duties. Driving Licence: Applicants should at the date of applying hold a full unendorsed valid Irish /EU licence, for Class B vehicles, or a licence acceptable to NDLS for transfer to full Irish licence, The successful candidate will be required to provide their own transport. Expenses incurred in work related travel will be recompensed in line with departmental circulars. Garda Vetting: The successful applicant may be required to undergo Garda Vetting prior to appointment. Superannuation Contribution: Persons who become pensionable officers of a local authority, who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of the State Pension Contributory). Persons who become pensionable officers of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required, in respect of their superannuation, to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. Widows & Orphans/ Spouses & Children’s Scheme All persons who become pensionable officers of a local Authority are required, in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and Children’s Contributory Pension) Scheme, 1986, to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of State Pension contributory) in accordance with the terms of the Scheme. New Entrants From 1st January 2013 – Single Public Services Pension Scheme FOR NEW ENTRANTS recruited on or after 1st January, 2013 as well as former public servants returning to the public service after a break of more than 26 weeks. The Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012 applies to your employment. Members of this Scheme are required in respect of superannuation to contribute at the rate of 3% of pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of State Pension contributory) and you are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution. Retirement Age: Retirement age will be determined on previous Public Sector Service (if any) and will be advised on appointment. Former Public Service Employees Eligibility to compete may be affected where applicants were formerly employed by the Irish Public Service and previously availed of an Irish Public Service Scheme including: · Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) · Department of Health and Children Circular (7/2010) · Collective Agreement: Redundancy Payments to Public Servants Applicants should ensure that they are not precluded from re-engagement in the Irish Public Service under the terms of such Schemes. This is a non-exhaustive list and any queries should be directed to the applicant’s former Irish Public Service Employer in the first instance. Declaration Applicants will be required to declare whether they have previously availed of a public service scheme of incentivised early retirement and/or the collective agreement outlined above. Applicants will also be required to declare any entitlements to a Public Service pension benefit (in payment or preserved) from any other Public Service employment and/or where they have received a payment-in-lieu in respect of service in any Public Service employment.
Domiciliary Home Care Workers
Home Care Workers – Morning Runs (7am-2pm), Tea Runs (2pm-7pm) & Bed Runs (7-11pm) available. Ref: W/HCW/D/2186 £13.00 per hour (Mon-Fri plus Mileage) £13.00 per hour (Sat & Sun plus Mileage) Part-time (12hr/20 hour) & Full-time contracts available Requirements: Experience of caring in a formal/informal setting Full Driving Licence Access to Car Interested? A full job description and details of how to apply can be found at: https://bryson.getgotjobs.co.uk/home Or call us on: 028 7132 1989 Closing date: 28th February 2026 at 12pm “Please note a satisfactory Access NI Enhanced / Standard disclosure or Garda Clearance is required prior to commencement of employment” We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role therefore if you are interested please submit your application as early as possible.
Social Care Administrator
Job Summary Nua Healthcare Services (Nua) is one of Ireland’s leading Private Social & Healthcare Providers, specialising in Residential and Supported Living Services, to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support needs. We are seeking applications from energetic and enthusiastic individuals to join our team for the above positions. The successful candidate will be afforded all necessary training and development in line with the role. Candidates must be highly motivated and creative, with a passion for engaging with Service Users on a daily basis. Candidates will contribute to enriching the lives of our Service Users. Job Objectives We are seeking applications for the role of a Social Care Administrator. The role will involve completing administrational duties in Nua’s Residential Homes on a part time/ Full time basis and would typically suit candidates with a keen interest in administration, attention to detail and organisation skills. This is an excellent role for an Administrator to begin a career within the social & healthcare industry as full training will be provided to the successful candidate. This will include the following on a day-to-day basis: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
