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Job Summary The Child and Family Agency was established on 1st January 2014 and is responsible for a range of statutory functions including provision of child protection, alternative care, specified regulatory services and a range of family support services. The Agency has commenced a major improvement programme with significant focus on Practice, Culture and Structure. The Agency currently has responsibility for a budget in excess of €1.2billion and delivers its services through circa 5,000 people in 259 locations across the Country. The Child and Family Agency has responsibility for the following range of services: • Child Protection and Welfare • Parenting, Family Support and Early Help Services • Alternative Care • Birth Information & Tracing and Adoption • Tusla Education Support Services (TESS) • Children’s Service Regulation • Counselling and Therapeutic Supports Further information is available on www.tusla.ie Job Objectives Main Duties and Responsibilities Professional / Clinical The Social Worker Team Leader will: • Be responsible for the management of the day-to-day provision of the social work service in conjunction with the Principal Social Worker. • Take direct responsibility for a defined caseload as required / directed by the Principal Social Worker, in particular cases that require a high level of experience and expertise. • Manage/ provide an initial assessment service to relevant/ all care groups and to develop referral procedures with other social work networked services. • Ensure the implementation of models of best practice / evidence based practice. • Ensure the delivery of social work services in accordance with legislation, policies and procedures, guidelines and protocols. • Ensure the delivery of social work services in an integrated and multidisciplinary manner with a range of statutory and voluntary groups and organisations. • Ensure the promotion of the social model of care and recognition of the social determinants of health and well being. • Ensure anti-discriminatory practice and cultural competence, at individual and service levels. • Provide an appropriate level of supervision for staff consistent with good practice and the local/ national supervision policy. • Promote a culture that values diversity and respect in the workplace. • Participate in working groups / committees / fora as requested by the Principal Social Worker. • Chair, attend and manage a range of meetings including case conferences as required. • Attend court, tribunals etc. as and when required. • Seek the advice of relevant personnel when appropriate / as required. • Take direction from the Principal Social Worker. • Take an active role in an appropriate level of planned professional supervision, in accordance with the local/ national Supervision Policy. • Keep the Principal Social Worker fully informed and up-to-date on all significant matters. Management The Social Worker Team Leader will: • Provide leadership and motivation in order to optimise service delivery by developing teams and promoting change management. • Be responsible for the probationary appraisal of staff and the completion of probationary appraisal reports as required. Make appropriate recommendations regarding whether employees’ standard of work during probation is satisfactory and whether appointments should be confirmed. • Ensure compliance with and implement HR policies and procedures and guidelines. • Manage a budget as defined by the Principal Social Worker, if appropriate. • Contribute to a range of reports including annual reports, performance indicators etc. as required. • Contribute to the development and implementation of policy, information sharing protocols, audit systems and referral and integrated care pathways. • Contribute to service plan process by recognising and replicating successful interventions and by identifying unmet needs and service requirements into the future. • Ensure a high standard of documentation, including service user files in accordance with local guidelines and the Freedom of Information (FOI) Act. • Ensure the maintenance of service user and data confidentiality. • Deputise for the Principal Social Worker as agreed when required. • Assist in ensuring that the social work service makes the most efficient and effective use of developments in IT. Education & Training The Social Worker Team Leader will: • Maintain standards of practice and levels of professional knowledge by monitoring and reviewing the standards within their area of responsibility, participating in and organising continuous professional development initiatives and professional development planning. • Keep updated on current and impending legislation and the perceived impact on practice. • Keep abreast of developments in national policies and strategies and international best practice. • Keep up to date with organisational developments within the Irish Health and Social Services. • Actively engage in staff development and training by making recommendations with regard to the ongoing education, mentoring, training and in-service needs of social workers. • Act as a resource by participating in and promoting the education and training of Social Work colleagues, other health professionals and service user groups including clinical audit and research. • Foster an understanding of the role and contribution of social work by providing professional consultation and education to other members of the service. Health & Safety • Comply with and contribute to the development of policies, procedures, guidelines and safe professional practice and adhere to relevant legislation, regulations and standards. • Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the service for example National Standards for Child Protection and Care and comply with associated Tusla – Child and Family Agency protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. • To support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. The above Job Description 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. Skills Requirement Applicants must by the closing date of application have the following: • Be registered in the Social Workers Register maintained by the Social Workers Registration Board at CORU. And • Maintain live annual registration on the Social Workers Register maintained by the Social Workers Registration Board at CORU. And • Have three years relevant post qualification experience. And • Must have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability, professional and managerial ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. 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 CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Social Work Team Leader
Job Summary The Child and Family Agency was established on 1st January 2014 and is responsible for a range of statutory functions including provision of child protection, alternative care, specified regulatory services and a range of family support services. The Agency has commenced a major improvement programme with significant focus on Practice, Culture and Structure. The Agency currently has responsibility for a budget in excess of €1.2billion and delivers its services through circa 5,000 people in 259 locations across the Country. The Child and Family Agency has responsibility for the following range of services: • Child Protection and Welfare • Parenting, Family Support and Early Help Services • Alternative Care • Birth Information & Tracing and Adoption • Tusla Education Support Services (TESS) • Children’s Service Regulation • Counselling and Therapeutic Supports Further information is available on www.tusla.ie Job Objectives Main Duties and Responsibilities Professional / Clinical The Social Worker Team Leader will: • Be responsible for the management of the day-to-day provision of the social work service in conjunction with the Principal Social Worker. • Take direct responsibility for a defined caseload as required / directed by the Principal Social Worker, in particular cases that require a high level of experience and expertise. • Manage/ provide an initial assessment service to relevant/ all care groups and to develop referral procedures with other social work networked services. • Ensure the implementation of models of best practice / evidence based practice. • Ensure the delivery of social work services in accordance with legislation, policies and procedures, guidelines and protocols. • Ensure the delivery of social work services in an integrated and multidisciplinary manner with a range of statutory and voluntary groups and organisations. • Ensure the promotion of the social model of care and recognition of the social determinants of health and well being. • Ensure anti-discriminatory practice and cultural competence, at individual and service levels. • Provide an appropriate level of supervision for staff consistent with good practice and the local/ national supervision policy. • Promote a culture that values diversity and respect in the workplace. • Participate in working groups / committees / fora as requested by the Principal Social Worker. • Chair, attend and manage a range of meetings including case conferences as required. • Attend court, tribunals etc. as and when required. • Seek the advice of relevant personnel when appropriate / as required. • Take direction from the Principal Social Worker. • Take an active role in an appropriate level of planned professional supervision, in accordance with the local/ national Supervision Policy. • Keep the Principal Social Worker fully informed and up-to-date on all significant matters. Management The Social Worker Team Leader will: • Provide leadership and motivation in order to optimise service delivery by developing teams and promoting change management. • Be responsible for the probationary appraisal of staff and the completion of probationary appraisal reports as required. Make appropriate recommendations regarding whether employees’ standard of work during probation is satisfactory and whether appointments should be confirmed. • Ensure compliance with and implement HR policies and procedures and guidelines. • Manage a budget as defined by the Principal Social Worker, if appropriate. • Contribute to a range of reports including annual reports, performance indicators etc. as required. • Contribute to the development and implementation of policy, information sharing protocols, audit systems and referral and integrated care pathways. • Contribute to service plan process by recognising and replicating successful interventions and by identifying unmet needs and service requirements into the future. • Ensure a high standard of documentation, including service user files in accordance with local guidelines and the Freedom of Information (FOI) Act. • Ensure the maintenance of service user and data confidentiality. • Deputise for the Principal Social Worker as agreed when required. • Assist in ensuring that the social work service makes the most efficient and effective use of developments in IT. Education & Training The Social Worker Team Leader will: • Maintain standards of practice and levels of professional knowledge by monitoring and reviewing the standards within their area of responsibility, participating in and organising continuous professional development initiatives and professional development planning. • Keep updated on current and impending legislation and the perceived impact on practice. • Keep abreast of developments in national policies and strategies and international best practice. • Keep up to date with organisational developments within the Irish Health and Social Services. • Actively engage in staff development and training by making recommendations with regard to the ongoing education, mentoring, training and in-service needs of social workers. • Act as a resource by participating in and promoting the education and training of Social Work colleagues, other health professionals and service user groups including clinical audit and research. • Foster an understanding of the role and contribution of social work by providing professional consultation and education to other members of the service. Health & Safety • Comply with and contribute to the development of policies, procedures, guidelines and safe professional practice and adhere to relevant legislation, regulations and standards. • Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the service for example National Standards for Child Protection and Care and comply with associated Tusla – Child and Family Agency protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. • To support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. The above Job Description 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. Skills Requirement Applicants must by the closing date of application have the following: • Be registered in the Social Workers Register maintained by the Social Workers Registration Board at CORU. And • Maintain live annual registration on the Social Workers Register maintained by the Social Workers Registration Board at CORU. And • Have three years relevant post qualification experience. And • Must have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability, professional and managerial ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. 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 CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Social Care Worker (Community)
Job Summary The Child and Family Agency was established on 1st January 2014 and is responsible for a range of statutory functions including provision of child protection, alternative care, specified regulatory services and a range of family support services. The Agency has commenced a major improvement programme with significant focus on Practice, Culture and Structure. The Agency currently has responsibility for a budget of circa €1.2billion and delivers its services through over 5,500 people in 259 locations across the Country. The Child and Family Agency has responsibility for the following range of services: • Child Protection and Welfare • Parenting, Family Support and Early Help Services • Alternative Care • Birth Information & Tracing and Adoption • Tusla Education Support Services (TESS) • Children’s Service Regulation • Counselling and Therapeutic Supports Further information is available on www.tusla.ie Job Objectives Working with Children/Young People/Families/Carers • To participate in the development and implementation of Care Plans and to ensure appropriate recording of same. • To promote the rights and responsibilities of each child/young person within the Service. • Assist in enabling parents/guardians/carers/families to sustain the safe care of their children in the home setting. • To promote physical, emotional, social and religious welfare of each young person. • To liaise with the parent, family, general services and other agencies on behalf of the young person. • To attend meetings in relation to the care and developments of the Children and their families • To promote the participation of children and young people in decision making on issues that affect their lives at both individual and collective levels. • Participate in the completion of preliminary screening and assessments, safety planning as required under Children’s First in line with Standard Business Processes, this should be done in consultation with the relevant line manager. • Compliance with relevant Tusla policies. • Attendance at Court when required. • Direct work with children/young people/parents/guardians/foster carers etc. • Facilitating and supporting family contact for children care. • Lone working. • Engage with internal and external stakeholders. Administration and Accountability • To attend team meetings and to report to the designated Manager on matters affecting the delivery of service. • To make written and verbal reports to the designated Manager on a regular basis on the progress of development of the children and their families. • Reporting and recording any incidents, however minor, that may happen to the / children and their families or are caused by them. • To be familiar with emergency procedures and to know who to contact in an emergency. • Ensure Child protection procedures are followed in accordance with the responsibilities of a designated officer. • To keep abreast of current legislation and current professional child care knowledge. • To implement the Child and Family Agency’s procedures and policies. • To undertake ongoing professional training and development. • To attend regular supervision with the designated Manager. • To perform any other duties that may be assigned from time to time. Team Work • Participate in working within a team centred consistent approach. • Working with other professionals and external stakeholders • Participate in regular team meetings, SOS groups, supervision. • Provision of training to Service User, colleagues and external stakeholders Training & Professional Development • Participate in regular professional supervision. • Participate in further training and development as required. • Provide guidance and education for work experience students. • Engage in reflective and evidence based practice. • Keep abreast of current legislation and current professional child care knowledge. • Be responsible for own health and wellbeing in order to carry out the duties of the role / is committed to managing own work / life balance. Health & Safety • Comply with and contribute to the development of policies, procedures, guidelines and safe professional practice and adhere to relevant legislation, regulations and standards. • Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the service for example National Standards for Child Protection and Care and comply with associated Tusla – Child and Family Agency protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. • To support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. The above Job Description 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. Skills Requirement Applicants must by the closing date of application have the following: • Be registered in the Social Care Worker Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board maintained at CORU (or have entitlement to be registered and obtain registration prior to appointment). Proof of CORU application will be required. AND • Maintain live annual registration on the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU. AND • Must have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. 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 CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Social Care Worker (Community)
Job Summary The Child and Family Agency was established on 1st January 2014 and is responsible for a range of statutory functions including provision of child protection, alternative care, specified regulatory services and a range of family support services. The Agency has commenced a major improvement programme with significant focus on Practice, Culture and Structure. The Agency currently has responsibility for a budget of circa €1.2billion and delivers its services through over 5,500 people in 259 locations across the Country. The Child and Family Agency has responsibility for the following range of services: • Child Protection and Welfare • Parenting, Family Support and Early Help Services • Alternative Care • Birth Information & Tracing and Adoption • Tusla Education Support Services (TESS) • Children’s Service Regulation • Counselling and Therapeutic Supports Further information is available on www.tusla.ie Job Objectives Working with Children/Young People/Families/Carers • To participate in the development and implementation of Care Plans and to ensure appropriate recording of same. • To promote the rights and responsibilities of each child/young person within the Service. • Assist in enabling parents/guardians/carers/families to sustain the safe care of their children in the home setting. • To promote physical, emotional, social and religious welfare of each young person. • To liaise with the parent, family, general services and other agencies on behalf of the young person. • To attend meetings in relation to the care and developments of the Children and their families • To promote the participation of children and young people in decision making on issues that affect their lives at both individual and collective levels. • Participate in the completion of preliminary screening and assessments, safety planning as required under Children’s First in line with Standard Business Processes, this should be done in consultation with the relevant line manager. • Compliance with relevant Tusla policies. • Attendance at Court when required. • Direct work with children/young people/parents/guardians/foster carers etc. • Facilitating and supporting family contact for children care. • Lone working. • Engage with internal and external stakeholders. Administration and Accountability • To attend team meetings and to report to the designated Manager on matters affecting the delivery of service. • To make written and verbal reports to the designated Manager on a regular basis on the progress of development of the children and their families. • Reporting and recording any incidents, however minor, that may happen to the / children and their families or are caused by them. • To be familiar with emergency procedures and to know who to contact in an emergency. • Ensure Child protection procedures are followed in accordance with the responsibilities of a designated officer. • To keep abreast of current legislation and current professional child care knowledge. • To implement the Child and Family Agency’s procedures and policies. • To undertake ongoing professional training and development. • To attend regular supervision with the designated Manager. • To perform any other duties that may be assigned from time to time. Team Work • Participate in working within a team centred consistent approach. • Working with other professionals and external stakeholders • Participate in regular team meetings, SOS groups, supervision. • Provision of training to Service User, colleagues and external stakeholders Training & Professional Development • Participate in regular professional supervision. • Participate in further training and development as required. • Provide guidance and education for work experience students. • Engage in reflective and evidence based practice. • Keep abreast of current legislation and current professional child care knowledge. • Be responsible for own health and wellbeing in order to carry out the duties of the role / is committed to managing own work / life balance. Health & Safety • Comply with and contribute to the development of policies, procedures, guidelines and safe professional practice and adhere to relevant legislation, regulations and standards. • Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the service for example National Standards for Child Protection and Care and comply with associated Tusla – Child and Family Agency protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. • To support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. The above Job Description 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. Skills Requirement Applicants must by the closing date of application have the following: • Be registered in the Social Care Worker Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board maintained at CORU (or have entitlement to be registered and obtain registration prior to appointment). Proof of CORU application will be required. AND • Maintain live annual registration on the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU. AND • Must have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. 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 CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Social Care Worker (Community)
Job Summary The Child and Family Agency was established on 1st January 2014 and is responsible for a range of statutory functions including provision of child protection, alternative care, specified regulatory services and a range of family support services. The Agency has commenced a major improvement programme with significant focus on Practice, Culture and Structure. The Agency currently has responsibility for a budget of circa €1.2billion and delivers its services through over 5,500 people in 259 locations across the Country. The Child and Family Agency has responsibility for the following range of services: • Child Protection and Welfare • Parenting, Family Support and Early Help Services • Alternative Care • Birth Information & Tracing and Adoption • Tusla Education Support Services (TESS) • Children’s Service Regulation • Counselling and Therapeutic Supports Further information is available on www.tusla.ie Job Objectives Working with Children/Young People/Families/Carers • To participate in the development and implementation of Care Plans and to ensure appropriate recording of same. • To promote the rights and responsibilities of each child/young person within the Service. • Assist in enabling parents/guardians/carers/families to sustain the safe care of their children in the home setting. • To promote physical, emotional, social and religious welfare of each young person. • To liaise with the parent, family, general services and other agencies on behalf of the young person. • To attend meetings in relation to the care and developments of the Children and their families • To promote the participation of children and young people in decision making on issues that affect their lives at both individual and collective levels. • Participate in the completion of preliminary screening and assessments, safety planning as required under Children’s First in line with Standard Business Processes, this should be done in consultation with the relevant line manager. • Compliance with relevant Tusla policies. • Attendance at Court when required. • Direct work with children/young people/parents/guardians/foster carers etc. • Facilitating and supporting family contact for children care. • Lone working. • Engage with internal and external stakeholders. Administration and Accountability • To attend team meetings and to report to the designated Manager on matters affecting the delivery of service. • To make written and verbal reports to the designated Manager on a regular basis on the progress of development of the children and their families. • Reporting and recording any incidents, however minor, that may happen to the / children and their families or are caused by them. • To be familiar with emergency procedures and to know who to contact in an emergency. • Ensure Child protection procedures are followed in accordance with the responsibilities of a designated officer. • To keep abreast of current legislation and current professional child care knowledge. • To implement the Child and Family Agency’s procedures and policies. • To undertake ongoing professional training and development. • To attend regular supervision with the designated Manager. • To perform any other duties that may be assigned from time to time. Team Work • Participate in working within a team centred consistent approach. • Working with other professionals and external stakeholders • Participate in regular team meetings, SOS groups, supervision. • Provision of training to Service User, colleagues and external stakeholders Training & Professional Development • Participate in regular professional supervision. • Participate in further training and development as required. • Provide guidance and education for work experience students. • Engage in reflective and evidence based practice. • Keep abreast of current legislation and current professional child care knowledge. • Be responsible for own health and wellbeing in order to carry out the duties of the role / is committed to managing own work / life balance. Health & Safety • Comply with and contribute to the development of policies, procedures, guidelines and safe professional practice and adhere to relevant legislation, regulations and standards. • Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the service for example National Standards for Child Protection and Care and comply with associated Tusla – Child and Family Agency protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. • To support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. The above Job Description 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. Skills Requirement Applicants must by the closing date of application have the following: • Be registered in the Social Care Worker Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board maintained at CORU (or have entitlement to be registered and obtain registration prior to appointment). Proof of CORU application will be required. AND • Maintain live annual registration on the Social Care Workers Register maintained by the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU. AND • Must have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. 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 CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Grade V Health and Safety Administrator
Duties and Responsibilities Main duties and responsibilities • To deliver cohesive administrative support to the National Health and Safety Department • Support the implementation of the National Health and Safety Management System across the Agency • Where appropriate respond to all general health and safety enquiries received • Manage in conjunction with the Health and Safety Advisor the statutory reporting of all Health and Safety incidents for the Agency • Assist with the design and roll out of national health and safety initiatives, communication campaigns & innovation • Collate and analyse health and safety data from various sources, for example, incident reporting systems (NIMS & HSA Reportable Portal) and HSELand training database • Establish and maintain a standardised approach to collect health and safety data to ensure consistency and accuracy • Oversee health and safety integrity by preforming regular data quality checks to identify and fix gaps or errors in reporting • Design and maintain interactive visual user-friendly data dashboard using tools like Power BI • Draft regular reports for circulation to the National Health and Safety Dept, Senior Management team • Draft management presentations presenting the data in a clear and concise manner • Tailor communication and repots to meet information needs of end user (National, Regional, service or site-specific reports) • Develop and implement new performance metrics where required • Evaluate weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual safety data to Identify emerging trends • Provide evidence-based suggestions to mitigate and improve workplace health and safety • Fulfil ad-hoc data requests received from internal or external sources • Assist in the delivery of health and safety training across the Agency and maintain training records • To promote a positive Safety culture within the organisation through communication and interactions with all Tusla Staff • Undertake additional specific health and safety compliance tasks as may be required (for example, completion of DSE workstation assessments, workplace safety inspections, manual handling assessments and/or training delivery) • Any other duties assigned by the Line Manager or National Health and Safety Manager • Maintain confidentiality, a high level of professionalism and the highest standards of Data Protection at all times Health & Safety • Comply with and contribute to the development of policies, procedures, guidelines and safe professional practice and adhere to relevant legislation, regulations and standards • Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the service for example National Standards for Child Protection and Care and comply with associated Tusla – Child and Family Agency protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role • To support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service The above Job Description 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 Applicants must by the closing date of application have the following: • Have a working knowledge of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 & associated Regulations • Have at least 2 years’ administrative experience as relevant to the role • Experience in use of complex Incident management systems such as NIMS, or similar • Experience of data analysis and generating detailed management reports • Proven experience working towards set deadlines in a dynamic and busy department • Proficiency with Microsoft office packages: Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Share point, Power BI etc. 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. Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Tusla Leadership Competency Framework The Tusla Leadership Competency Framework describes the behaviours that are key to Tusla colleagues being effective in the execution of their role at all levels within the Agency. The competencies and associated behavioural descriptors, capture the transversal knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics that will enable colleagues, regardless of role or rank, to be effective in their work. The Tusla Leader Framework relevant for this role is Leading Others Please access this Leading Others link to fully familiarise yourself with the impact of this Leading Others proficiency for Tusla. The Competency of Professional Knowledge is specifically linked to the duties, responsibilities and criteria for this role. Other requirements of the role • The post holder will require access to appropriate transport as the post may involve travel • Have awareness of children and young people’s participatory practice Application Process Campaign Specific Selection Process Shortlisting / Interview The online application system has a time out facility, this is in order to protect the privacy of the user. This time out facility activates if the application has been ‘dormant’ for over 60 minutes. Any work not saved will be lost if the system times out due to lack of activity. As such please ensure to save your application as you work on it, any lost data cannot be recovered. It might be an idea for candidates to work on their applications outside of the system and copy and paste their answers into the online application forms once they are fully complete and submit then. Once your application is fully submitted you will receive a confirmation email to your profile. If you do not receive this email, your application HAS NOT been submitted and received and you should log back on to submit fully. AI generated content must not be used in your application. Tusla reserves the right to assess if content in applications is likely created by AI in part or in whole. Use of AI may result in disqualification and exclusion from the recruitment process. Short listing may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application. The criteria for short listing 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. Those successful at the shortlisting stage of this process (where applied) will be called forward to interview. Please ensure that you read this Campaign Information Pack in detail and that you fully understand the process. Candidate Information Pack - Recruitment Process Code of Practice The Recruitment Service Child and Family Agency will run this campaign in compliance with the Code of Practice prepared by the Commission for Public Service Appointments (CPSA). The Code of Practice sets out how the core principles of probity, merit, equity and fairness might be applied on a principle basis. The Code also specifies the responsibilities placed on candidates, facilities for feedback to applicants on matters relating to their application when requested, and outlines procedures in relation to requests for a review of the recruitment and selection process and review in relation to allegations of a breach of the Code of Practice. Codes of practice are published by the CPSA and are available on www.cpsa.ie. Tusla Child and Family Agency is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Tusla Child and Family Agency recognises its responsibilities under the Data Protection Acts 2003 - 2018 and the Freedom of Information Act 2014 CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Office Administrator
Reporting To: Commercial Manager / Executive Assistant The Office Administrator will work closely with the management team to ensure all office functions run efficiently and business needs are met. Role and Responsibilities Duties will include but not be limited to; Travel & Accommodation · Booking process / procedure · Best options · Bookings order tracker · Monthly Reports – notice given / quantity of travel / costs / trends etc · Receipts to accounts · Accurate costs to QS’s Vehicle Management · Vehicle register creation & management – owned & hired · Fuel card register creation & management · eFlow tag register creation & management · Servicing Maintenance register creation & management · MOT / Tax Register creation & management · Servicing & maintenance tracking / ordering / update · Short term hire to cover servicing etc · Monthly inspections – driver to complete · Monthly report Office Management · Office Facilities Management · Update of registers in line with purchases · New starts – equipment / IT access / workspace / scanning all paperwork · Leavers – return of equipment · Asset register – phones / laptops / screens etc · Management of IT service requests – track of same for costs · Booking & sourcing of Training courses. Insurance Claims · Creation & maintenance of claim register, regular & ad hoc updates Key Attributes · Excellent verbal and written communication skills. · Ability to work as a team and independently. · IT proficient, Microsoft packages, excel essential. · Attention to detail and numerically confident · Highly organised and accurate. · Two years working experience in administration – preferably in the construction industry If successful, you will be offered a highly competitive salary & remuneration package with the opportunity to develop your career with a multi-award-winning contractor, alongside our highly driven, supportive, and inclusive team. Working hours; Mon-Thurs 7:30am – 4:30pm, Fri 7:30am – 3pm Perks; Social Events, dress down Friday and company Breakfast/ Lunch delivery Whats in it for you? – Competitive Salary – Premium Healthcare – Death In Service – CEF Holidays – Discretionary bi-annual bonus – Private Pension & More!
Phlebotomist
Phlebotomist – Reading – (Job Ref: 26/PBRR) Randox Health continues to be at the forefront of clinical diagnostics, dedicated to improving health worldwide with our disruptive technology and innovative diagnostic solutions. Our staff are at the heart of everything we do and achieve. We have an exciting new career opportunity for a Phlebotomist within our clinic in the John Lewis store in Reading. Location : John Lewis, Broad St, Reading RG1 2BB. Contract Offered : Full-time, permanent. We can also consider part time hours. Working Hours / Shifts : 40 hours per week, including some evenings and weekends. For this position, as you may be in contact with live blood samples, you must be vaccinated against Hepatitis B or be able to get it following a successful interview stage. In line with Care Quality Commission guidelines, the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Right to Work Requirement Please note that this role requires candidates to have the legal right to work in the UK for a minimum of 12 months from the application date. This is to ensure completion of our 9-month probationary period and for any potential sponsorship decisions to be considered. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship at the point of hire. What does the Phlebotomist role involve? This role is responsible for ensuring customers have an excellent experience from the moment they enter our clinic, taking blood samples from both private and corporate clients. This is a varied role that may also include the following responsibilities: • Conduct comprehensive client appointments, including blood and urine sample collection, personal health measurements, and data entry into our Patient Information Systems (PIS). • Demonstrate sensitive communication to ensure client understanding and consent. • Maintain accurate records in PIS, uploading all relevant documentation. • Represent the company professionally at offsite events and appointments. • Engage in upselling and cross-selling at our private health clinic. • Proactively drive sales and exceed targets. • Help with reception, front of house and other administrative duties. • Complete company forms, specimen labelling, and laboratory test order forms accurately. • Demonstrate high IT literacy in order to manager various software systems and daily tasks. Essential criteria: • Previous experience in a healthcare or customer service environment. • Confident using IT programmes. • Flexibility with working hours, as required by the business inclusive of evenings and weekends. • Flexibility to work from offsite locations at least once per month. • Excellent communication skills. • Currently have the right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship. Desirable: • Previous Phlebotomy experience and certificate or equivalent training. • Experience in a private healthcare setting. • Experience in customer service. • 6 months experience in Phlebotomy. • Sales / Retail experience. • Valid UK driving licence.
Paralegal / Specialist
PARALEGAL · Location: Belfast office · Office experience: no previous experience required · First salary review: On completion of initial probation period · Part Time/Full Time: Permanent full-time · Office/Home/Flexi Position: Office based · Educational Requirement: Degree level or equivalent (All degrees considered) Wilson Nesbitt are seeking to recruit up to two Paralegals for a full time roles in both the contentious and non-contentious teams in its Belfast office. The positions involve managing a caseload as the direct point of contact with clients and third parties in our expanding team of paralegals and solicitors. Comprehensive training will be provided and the roles provide a great opportunity to develop essential experience and skills to move along an established career path within the firm. To apply complete an online application form. Responsibilities * Conduct cases through to legal completion * Liaise with clients and third parties in both written and verbal format, including case progression updates and relaying legal advice * Consult with Senior paralegals and solicitors providing legal support across your caseload * Consultations to facilitate document signing * Use of our case management system to proactively manage and progress your caseload to meet established benchmarks * Legal document drafting and proofreading * Deal with the legal requirements to facilitate case completion * Financial administration of incoming and outgoing payments to facilitate completion Key Skills & Desirable Experience * Degree level or equivalent (All degrees considered) * Previous office experience is desirable but not essential * Excellent organisation and communication skills are essential * Team player but capable of working independently * Ability to work under pressure * Reliable and conscientious approach to work * Good written and verbal communication skills * Excellent IT skills * Enthusiastic, keen and proactive * Meticulous and diligent What Wilson Nesbitt will offer you? · Comprehensive training and experience · Career and salary progression opportunities · Financial support towards studies to train and enhance to pursue legal career opportunities · Regular opportunities to participate in charitable events Despite being around for 75 years Wilson Nesbitt is widely considered to be one of the most modern and progressive law firms in Northern Ireland, with offices in Bangor and Belfast offering a wide range of legal services. We are a forward thinking, inclusive and diverse employer and you will be joining an exciting team of enthusiastic, professional individuals working together in a collaborative and supportive working environment. We have started the careers of many legal professionals in Northern Ireland and provide a route to qualification as a solicitor. You can take your first step by joining us in this challenging and rewarding role!
Visitor Attraction Officer
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB Introduce tourists to the Gobbins by conducting guided timed walking tours along the Gobbins cliff path, in a friendly but professional and informative manner to a standard commensurate with an international tourist attraction. Path Safety duties including responsibility for the safety of visitors and staff within the visitor building, whilst travelling to/from and during the outdoor Gobbins experience by implementing and adhering to strict health and safety procedures. Contribute as part of the wider Gobbins Visitor Attraction team with day-to-day duties to ensure a smooth and world-class visitor experience. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Service Delivery 1.1. Deliver guided walking tours of the Gobbins outdoor experience to groups including international and local visitors. 1.2. Carryout Path Safety duties as required by the needs of the attraction and in line with Council policies and procedures. 1.3. Responsible for health and safety procedures, including: i. Safety of participants on the tours ensuring health and safety procedures are adhered to at all times ii. Implement, monitor and maintain risk assessments to ensure a safe working environment for visitors and employees at the Gobbins iii. Assist with the maintenance and implementation of emergency plans and procedures for visitors and employees at the Gobbins iv. Monitor and report any incidents and accidents at the Gobbins in line with Council policy, ensuring robust recording and following up procedures are in place. 1.4. Comply with Council policies and legislative requirements regarding the use of mobile phones and smoking in company vehicles. 1.5. Work as part of a team to deliver excellent service standards within the Gobbins Visitor Attraction and Community Centre. 1.6. Act as an exemplary ambassador for the Gobbins, Mid and East Antrim Borough Council and the Northern Ireland tourism industry. 1.7. Research, develop and deliver appropriate tour commentary for different categories of visitors. 1.8. Guarantee that the visitor’s experience at the Gobbins is paramount by ensuring that excellent service standards in all aspects of the visitor attraction are maintained, monitored and improved. 1.9. Assist with the implementation of a customer feedback and complaints procedures. 1.10. Undertake a range of administrative duties as required. 1.11. Assist with the planning, management and set-up/dismantling of events associated with the promotion of the Gobbins. 1.12. Assist with general Visitor Attraction duties for example stock taking, equipment checks, providing cover at the Welcome Desk, answering general enquiries. 2. Quality 2.1. Adhere to and comply with all Council policies and procedures relevant to this role, including arrangements for health and safety and risk management. 3. Performance Improvement 3.1. Participate in the formulation, implementation and evaluation of the Department Business Plan and relevant Service Plans responding to changing trends and citizen needs. 3.2. Achieve high standards of personal performance, through meeting agreed personal targets and undertaking planned programmes of professional development. 3.3. Examine opportunities to gain efficiencies and improve effectiveness including collaborative partnerships, joint working and other innovative approaches to achieve best value in the use of public money. 4. General 4.1. Uphold the Core Values of Mid and East Antrim Borough Council and work to achieve the wider organisational objectives as detailed in the Corporate Plan. 4.2. Participate in the Council’s Performance and Development Review process as detailed in the published scheme. 4.3. Fulfil the legal Health and Safety duties placed on employees by: • taking reasonable care of your own health & safety and that of others who may be affected by what you do or do not do; • Co-operating with the Council on Health & Safety matters; • Ensuring that you use work items provided by the Council correctly and in accordance with the training and instruction received, including personal protective equipment (PPE); • Ensuring that you do not interfere with or misuse anything provided for health, safety, or welfare purposes. 4.4. Contribute to Mid and East Antrim Borough Council in fulfilling all of its commitments in relation to anti-discrimination practices, its Equality Scheme and under the Northern Ireland Act 1998 and the Human Rights Act 1998. 4.5. Comply with all the Council’s policies and procedures. 4.6. Fulfil your legal responsibility* for all records held, created or used as part of Council business whether paper based or electronic, including e-mails. All such records are public records and are accessible to the general public, with limited exceptions, under the Freedom of Information Act 2000, the Environment Regulations 2004 and Data Protection Act 1998. Employees are required to be conversant with the Mid and East Antrim Borough Council procedure on records management and to seek advice if in doubt. * Any subsequent updates will supersede legislation identified within the Job Description 4.7. Maintain high standards of personal accountability and be mindful of the values of Council – Respect, Excellence, A Teamwork Approach, Leadership & Commitment, Integrity, Service Innovation, and Equality & Fairness. 4.8. Comply with the Code of Conduct for Local Government Employees and the Local Government Employee & Councillor Working Relationship Protocol. 4.9. Perform any other duties commensurate with the grade and level of responsibility of this post, for which the post holder has the necessary experience and/or training. Closing caveat: This job description sets out the main duties of the post as at the date of completion. It is not intended to be rigid and inflexible but should be regarded as providing guidelines within which the postholder is required to work. Other duties of a similar nature and appropriate to the grade may be assigned from time to time by the Head of Service. Duties may vary to meet the changing needs of Mid and East Antrim Borough Council and without changing the general character of the post or the level of responsibility that it entails. Such variations are a common occurrence and cannot of themselves justify a reconsideration of the grading of the post. Qualifications and Experience Applicants must: Have a minimum of Entry Level Essential Skills qualifications in Adult Literacy and Adult Numeracy. And Be able to demonstrate, by providing personal and specific examples, a minimum of two years’ experience to include: • Working effectively with the public in a role requiring verbal communication; and • Successfully working within a team requiring flexibility and adaptability. Alternatively, consideration may be given to candidates who do not possess the required educational qualifications but who can demonstrate, by providing personal and specific examples, a minimum of three years’ experience to include: • Working effectively with the public in a role requiring verbal communication; and • Successfully working within a team requiring flexibility and adaptability. Knowledge Have an interest in local history and heritage and a knowledge of local tourism and attractions Behavioural Competencies (Frontline Level) These competencies are the top 6 competencies of the Local Government Competency Framework which have been identified and prioritised for effective performance in this role. 2. How we manage ourselves 2.2 Developing Our Own Capability – Looks for opportunities to learn and develop in order to deliver and add value to their own role 2.3 Communicating with Impact - Presents a positive image by communicating effectively, being resilient and treating people fairly 3. How we work with others 3.2 Influencing Outcomes – Adapts style and approach to achieve effective outcome 3.3 Meeting Customer Needs - Establishes the needs of customers and strives to ensure that these are met 4. How we move forward 4.3 Achieving Results – Takes personal responsibility for making things happen. Shows motivation and perseverance in overcoming obstacles and achieving results 4.4 Continuously Improving Services – Seeks to continually improve the services and processes that impact on users.
