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THE OPPORTUNITY · To work as part of highly successful in-house Marketing Team · To make a contribution to the business by executing marketing activities to the highest standard · To gain significant experience in a fast-paced international organisation that builds leading projects ROLE PURPOSE We are seeking an experienced Marketing Executive to join our team. Reporting to the Marketing Manager, the Marketing Executive is responsible for various marketing activities, producing marketing collateral, branded materials, social media, website, digital strategy and analytics, event organisation, amongst other Marketing Department activities. Founded in 1964, Kirby Group Engineering is a leading mechanical and electrical engineering contractor with operations in Ireland, the UK, mainland Europe and South Africa. Everything that Kirby does is guided by its five core values of People, Safety, Delivery, Quality and Value. The company has 1,800 employees and operates across life sciences, data centre, industrial and energy sectors. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES · Support the Marketing Manager with the development and implementation of the Overall Marketing Strategy. · Assist with implementation of a digital strategy for the business. · Develop creative, original, high-quality, tailored content. · Manage social content calendar and execute campaigns over multiple platforms (LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Google, TikTok). · Manage PR / advertising calendar. · Liaise with external agencies and industry bodies as required. · Organise photography and facilitate video content production. · Analyse digital data, prepare analytics reports with insights and recommendations. · Develop internal communications / PR updates. · Supporting the creation of marketing materials and literature, such as brochures, presentations, employee profiles, project profiles, and other relevant marketing collateral as needed. Carry out market research, report writing, content development and presentations, as required. · Support the team with event organisation and execution. · Sourcing of branded material, stock maintenance and distribution and site branding. · Research new trends and digital tools and bring innovative ideas into marketing practices. Provide other required support to the Marketing Manager, Senior Leadership Team, as well as other stakeholders within the business. · There may be a requirement to travel on a regular basis to other Company offices and to attend events when required. The above list of tasks, activities, responsibilities and accountabilities is not exclusive or exhaustive and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope and grading of the post. Job descriptions will be regularly reviewed to ensure they are an accurate representation of the post. KEY EXPERIENCE/ QUALIFICATIONS · Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in marketing, business, or other related discipline. · 4+ years’ experience in a marketing role. · Understanding of social media platforms and best practices from a brand / construction industry perspective (LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok). · Excellent digital skills across various platforms – content creation, digital analytics, insights and recommendations. · Excellent copywriting skills. · Track record in digital strategy development and implementation. · Experience in developing and executing creative campaigns. · Experience with social content management systems (e.g. Hootsuite). · Experience with WordPress and SEO management. · Experience with AI marketing tools. · Experience in professional photography / videography is an advantage. · Engineering / construction industry knowledge is an advantage. · Full clean driving licence. KEY COMPETENCES · Excellent attention to detail · Excellent written and verbal communication skills · Ability to work at pace and juggle multiple projects at the time · A keen interest in social media and its latest trends · Results orientation, problem solving and proactiveness · Creative, energetic and self-motivated · Organisation and time management skills · Resilience, flexibility and positivism · Relationship builder – respect and honesty · Team player / collaborative · Improves processes and creates value CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Dispatch & Logistics Coordinator
Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment? Are you someone that loves to be part of a dynamic supportive team? If this sounds like you, we have a great opportunity to join a fast paced, high-energy team within Barna Recycling. If you love problem solving, scheduling and have a good geographical knowledge of Connaught then you are already halfway there. Add good communication skills, ability to multi-task and admin experience and you are ready to interview. Duties: · Scheduling skip collections and deliveries · Scheduling skip driver workloads for current and next day · Processing phone and email orders and payments · Responsible for following up with customers and drivers in respect of drop of and collection Terms: · Hours : 37 hours per week · Permanent contract CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Purchasing Manager
Barna Recycling is seeking an experienced, results-driven purchasing manager to join our team. As Purchasing Manager, you are responsible for overseeing and managing the organisation's procurement of goods and services. You will develop and implement purchasing strategies, negotiate contracts, and ensure the efficient and effective flow of supplies while optimising costs and quality. Purchasing Manager duties and responsibilities As Purchasing Manager, you will ensure that Barna Recycling gets results from its procurement agreements. Your main duties and responsibilities include: · Identifying products, services and equipment to be purchased · Verifying the key suppliers for procurement · Monitoring and forecasting inventory, determining purchasing needs and identify costs · Overseeing daily activities of the purchasing department, including delegating tasks and team supervision · Establishing quality control and ensuring that purchased stock meets company standards · Managing procurement budget and preparing cost estimates · Compiling and maintaining purchase records, supplier databases and procurement contracts Purchasing Manager experience requirements · Previous experience as a purchasing manager essential · In-depth knowledge of procurement principles, strategies and best practices. · Experience in implementing sustainable and socially responsible procurement practices. · Strong skills in budgeting, cost optimisation and negotiation techniques. · Knowledge of vendor management and inventory management systems. · An analytical mind with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. · Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. · Proficiency in using procurement software and systems. · Knowledge of local and national laws and regulations related to procurement. · Willingness to work in a fast-paced and competitive environment. · Strong leadership and team management skills. Terms · 37 hours Monday to Friday. · Permanent contract · Salary negotiable depending on experience CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Van Driver
Description: We are looking for Van drivers to join our fleet on a temporary basis. We are seeking customer focused individuals to collect waste and recycling on our Domestic and Commercial routes. HGV Driver Responsibilities: CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Commercial Customer Service Agent
Role Summary: Joining a team of 4 Customer Service Representatives. The customer service agent is a ‘people Person’ and provides a professional and customer-focused skill set. The customer service agent helps our customers by providing information on our products and service, answer questions, and managing concerns. Customer Service Representative Responsibilities: · Maintaining a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude toward customers. · Responding promptly to customer inquiries, invoicing via phone and email · Maintaining a portfolio of Commercial customers · Working with our Sales Reps dealing with queries, pricing, and acquiring new business · Managing credit control. · General admin duties Skills and Experience required : · At least one years’ relevant experience preferably in a customer service or credit control environment. · Have good communication skills with an excellent telephone manner. · Have demonstrated a good working knowledge of Excel and Word. · Organised, diplomatic and a good team player. · A proven ability to work to targets and timelines. Terms: · Salary: €29,000 · Hours: 37 hours per week – 9:00am to 5:30 p.m. Mon-Thurs; 9:00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. Fri CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Support Worker
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND - WEST REGION PROVIDING SERVICES TO PEOPLE WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES JOB DESCRIPTION: PERMANENT AND TEMPORARY FULL-TIME SUPPORT WORKERS JOHN PAUL ADULT SERVICES, BALLYBANE, GALWAY JOB REF: 81474 The Role: The role of a Support Worker is to assist the people who use our service to meet their day-to-day needs, reach their full potential, promote independence and be an active part of their local community. We support them to further their education (both internal and external to the Service) and to build their independent living skills if this is their choice. A major focus of the Support Worker role is to assist and support people who use the Service with the development of their own Individual Plan and supporting them to achieve their own Personal Outcome goals. The Support Worker is also responsible for all aspects of personal care, which includes supporting individuals with their meals, personal hygiene and other related aspects of physical well-being as required by the individual. Reporting/Responsible To: Team Leader/Senior Staff/Team Manager/Service Coordinator/Area Manager Qualifications/Experience/Skills: • Candidates must have a good general education. A recognised qualification appropriate to the Field of intellectual disability is an advantage. QQI Level 5 or higher is desirable. • A minimum of one years’ experience of working with individuals with an Intellectual Disability is desirable, full training will be provided. • The candidate should have knowledge of person-centred planning. • A full clean manual Driving Licence, which qualifies you to drive manual transmission vehicles on Irish Roads and use of your own car is an essential requirement. It may be necessary for the appointee to obtain a Class D1 Driving Licence (if not already in possession of one). Assistance will be given towards this purpose of obtaining a class D1 licence, should it be required. • Fluency in verbal and written English is an essential requirement of this post. • To be able to demonstrate flexibility, communication and team working skills together with an enthusiasm for the post. Working Hours: Full-time hours are 78 hours a fortnight/part-time hours will vary. All posts are rostered over a 14 day/night duty roster. There may be a requirement for Support Workers to work days, waking night duty, weekends, split duty hours, bank holidays, and sleepovers to meet service needs. The Brothers of Charity model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours in order to ensure the provision of high quality services for each individual. Annual Leave: 22 days per annum. Remuneration: Department of Health Care Assistant (Intellectual Disability) salary scale (01/10/2024) - €33,699 x 11 Increments - €46,190 (Max) pro rata per annum. Long Service Increment (LSI) €46,984 pro rata per annum is payable after 3 years on the maximum of the scale. Additional payments will be made for weekends, public holidays, sleep-ins and night-duty when worked. Tenure: These posts are permanent/temporary and pensionable. Probation: A probationary period of nine months from the date of appointment applies to the post. Employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period should the employer find that the appointee is unsuitable to continue employment. The probation period may be extended at the Employer’s discretion. Informal enquiries to Anne Dundon, Area Manager or Rita McHugh, Service Coordinator on +353(0)91 755161 Closing date for receipt of completed application forms and CV’s on-line is 5pm Thursday, 3rd July 2025 Interviews for these posts will be held Thursday, 10th July 2025 The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an equal opportunities employer INDW
Enhanced/staff Nurse
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND - WEST REGION PERMANENT & TEMPORARY FULL-TIME ENHANCED/STAFF NURSE JOHN PAUL ADULT SERVICES, BALLYBANE, GALWAY JOB REF: 81479 A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent Staff Nurse Appointments within the John Paul Adult Services will be made over the next 6 months. Location: John Paul Adult Services provides a combination of campus and community based services to adults with varying support needs, based on personal outcome measures. Our services are currently undergoing a transition from a campus based service to community living, where we aim to create opportunities for the people we support to be valued citizens in their communities and to have everyday life experiences. Our focus is to form a partnership with the people we support and their families to ensure each individual live their best life. We wish to recruit innovative, creative, visionary people who will relish the opportunity to assist in achieving this vision. Candidates need to be flexible and adapt to the needs of particular individual’s they support on a daily basis. The Role: To provide clinical nursing skills in supporting people with an intellectual disability in achieving optimum levels of independence. To work as part of a team to ensure a high quality of service is delivered to people supported. To exhibit and maintain the highest quality of nursing practice and apply his/her skills to ensure the physical, social and emotional needs of the people supported in our care are addressed at all times. Be responsible for the provision of nursing care and also be an informed resource for educating and upskilling support workers and family members to the benefit of the people supported. Reporting/Responsible To: Team Leader/ Service Co-ordinator / Area Manager Qualifications/Experience: • A current Live Register Certificate from An Bord Altranais, RNID/RPN qualification is an advantage. • One years’ experience working with people with an Intellectual Disability is an essential requirement of the post. • A full clean manual Irish Driving Licence (Class B) is an essential requirement of this post. Skills: The successful candidate must have: • Good judgement, discretion and confidentiality. • The ability to communicate clearly, sensitively, and effectively in both written and verbal forms, and to communicate with family members and work with them for the best outcome for the person supported. • Creative problem solving skills. • The ability to work independently while recognising when to seek support from interdisciplinary colleagues as appropriate. • Patience, flexibility, creativity and eagerness to become involved in a range of activities. • The ability to educate and upskill colleagues and family members in positive health promotion needs • The successful candidate will be required to co-operate in a team environment with a person-centred philosophy, participate in person-centred planning, individual reviews, and team meetings. Also they will attend and participate in training courses, and actively contribute to team based performance management. Working Hours: Permanent post: 75 hours a fortnight based on a Monday-Friday working between the hours of 8.30-17.30. Temporary posts: 75 hours a fortnight based on a 7 day work rota. The successful candidate will be required to work weekends, public holidays and occasional night duty. Flexibility will be required in order to meet service needs. A commitment to providing Senior Person cover within the service is an essential requirement of this post. The Brothers of Charity model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each individual. Annual Leave: 24 days per annum. Appropriate service related leave will be granted after 5 and 10 years service respectively. Remuneration: Department of Health Staff Nurse salary scale (01/03/2025) - €36,919 per annum x 11 increments - €53,340 per annum (Maximum). Long Service Increment €54,982 per annum is granted after 3 years on the maximum of the scale. Department of Health Enhanced Nurse salary scale (01/03/2025) - €43,872 per annum x 7 increments - €55,093 per annum (Maximum). Long Service Increment €56,706 per annum is granted after 3 years on the maximum of the scale. As per HSE HR Circular 022/2019 – Nursing and Midwifery - the Enhanced Nurse / Midwife Practice Contract https://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/resources/hr-circulars/hr-circular-022-2019-re-enhanced-nurse-midwife-contract.pdf; once a staff nurse reaches point 4 on the Staff Nurse salary scale, they become eligible to apply for the role of Enhanced Nurse. Any Staff Nurse who wishes to avail of the Enhanced Nurse role will have to submit an application and also meet the qualifying criteria. The successful candidate will be granted incremental credit subject to satisfactory verification of previous relevant nursing service. Tenure: These posts are Permanent full-time and pensionable and temporary full-time & pensionable linked to permanent employees on leave. Probation: A probationary period of nine months from the date of appointment applies to the post. The employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period should the employer find that the appointee is unsuitable to continue employment. The probation period may be extended at the Employer’s discretion. Informal enquiries to Anne Dundon, Area Manager or Rita McHugh, Service Coordinator on +353(0)91 755161 Closing date for receipt of completed application forms and CV’s on-line is 5pm Thursday 3rd July, 2025 Interviews for these posts will take place on Tuesday 15th July, 2025 The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an equal opportunities employer INDW
G Expressions Of Interest Are Invited From Existing Staff Nurses/enhanced Nurses Who Currently Employed By The, RHA To Join The Cardiac Rehabilitation Service @ University Hospitals
Campaign Reference Number & Job Title: G10448 Expressions of Interest are invited from existing Staff Nurses/Enhanced Nurses who are currently employed by the West North West RHA to join the Cardiac Rehabilitation Service @ Galway University Hospitals County: Galway Hse Area: West North West RHA Staff Category: Nursing & Midwifery Contract Type: Permanent full time Internal/External: Internal Proposed Interview Dates: It is anticipated that interviews will be held on during week of July 7th 2025 Informal Enquiries: Ms. Eileen Flynn-ADON Cardiology GUH- eileenp.flynn@hse.ie Dr. Susan Connolly- Cardiology Lead for CR – susan.connolly2@hse.ie Closing Date: 10.00am on 27th June 2025 Location Details: HSE West North West RHA Application Details Via CV which must be uploaded via Rezoomo only clearly outlining how you meet the post specific criteria for the role. Applications received in any other way will not be accepted. There will be no exceptions made Post Specific Related Information Please outline on your CV how you feel you demonstration the following post specific criteria: Demonstrate depth and breadth of post registration nursing experience in the specialist area of cardiac nursing as relevant to the role. For Eligibility Criteria and further information on this Expression of interest post, please view the duties and responsibilities attached to this job post
CHW Occupational Therapist, Senior
Occupational Therapist, Senior Teiripeoir Gairme, Sinsearach Older People’s Services Job Specification & Terms and Conditions Job Title and Grade Occupational Therapist, Senior Teiripeoir Gairme, Sinsearach (Grade Code: 3301) Remuneration The salary scale as at 01/03/2025: €63,279-€64,629-€66,021-€67,399-€68,779-€70,231-€71,760-€73,285-€74,509 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 Campaign Reference CHW59OTS25 Closing Date Tuesday 15th of July 2025 at 12 noon. Proposed Interview Date (s) As soon as possible after closing date. Candidates will normally be given two weeks' notice of interview. The timescale may be reduced in exceptional circumstances. Taking up Appointment A start date will be indicated at job offer stage. Location of Post There is currently one permanent whole-time vacancy available in: Our Lady Campus Ballinasloe, CHN (Community Health Network 8&9) covering East Galway, South Roscommon, North Roscommon & North Galway A supplementary panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Occupational Therapist, Senior Older People’s Services within HSE West and North West Community Services (Galway, Mayo & Roscommon) from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Informal Enquiries Jarlath Keady, Operational Lead Email : david.keady@hse.ie Phone : 087 1842944 Details of Service ICPOP is a secondary care Community Specialist Geriatric Consultant led multidisciplinary team of health professionals and support staff who provide a comprehensive assessment of the health needs of the older person. They develop and implement a plan of care to support the older person living in the community with the aim to identify and address health issues, promote independence, and support the older adult to live well in their community. Referral Criteria •Must have one of the following: • Frailty: New or unexpected change in mobility and/or function (e.g. requiring help or dependent for shopping, meal preparation, medications self-management, showering, dressing, walking outside alone etc.) • Falls: recurrent or unexplained falls. • Cognition Status: New or unexpected change in cognition function •Also must be: • 75 or over. • Assessed by referring source (GP/PCT) • Are aware and agree to referral. •Are between 4-6 on the Rockwood Clinical Frailty Scale. •Requires assessment by two or more of multi-disciplinary team •Lives in ICPOP East Galway /Roscommon area CHN area 8 and 9 The integrated care team comprises of the following staff Consultant Geriatrician ANP CNS Senior Physiotherapist Senior Occupational Therapist SLT Dietician OTA PTA Admin Support for the day to day running of the service (not for specific specialty support ) Inter Rai Care Needs Facilitator Operational Lead Reporting Relationship The Senior occupational Therapist will be operationally line managed by the ICPOP Operational Lead for East Galway /Roscommon The Senior Occupational therapist will be supervised / Line Managed by the Occupational Therapy Manager responsible for Roscommon Older Peoples Service. The Senior Occupational Therapist will supervises the Staff Grade Occupational Therapists and OT Assistant staff The service is under the Galway Older Person’s Residential Centres Business Manager and the CHO West IHA General Manager Key Working Relationships The Senior Occupational Therapist will work under the Clinical line management of the OT Manager for Roscommon/East Galway. As the CNUs are under the direction of the Directors of Nursing, the Senior Occupational Therapist will be working closely with the Directors of Nursing, Nurse Manager, Nursing & Care Staff in the CNU’s when required They will work closely with the other HSCP Services in the CNU’s in particular with Physiotherapy and GP services. The Senior Occupational Therapist will supervise the Occupational Therapy Staff. The Senior Occupational therapist will link with the Occupational Therapy School who seek to secure practice education placements in the OT Services in the CNU’s. Purpose of the Post The provision of a quality evidenced based Occupational Therapy service in line with standards of Occupational Therapy practice. To provide quality, client-centred assessment and treatment to identified client groups at designated centres as directed by the Occupational Therapy Manager. The Senior Occupational Therapist will be responsible for the provision of a high quality Occupational Therapy service and will carry out clinical and educational duties as required. Principal Duties and Responsibilities The Occupational Therapist, Senior will: Professional / Clinical · Be responsible for the maintenance of standards of practice of self and staff appointed to clinical / designated area(s). · Be responsible for managing own caseload and for assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of treatment programmes for service users according to service standards. · Participate in the integrated discharge planning process in line with the HSE Code of Practice. · Be responsible for the day-to-day running of a designated service area(s) by supervising staff, prioritising and allocating work and promoting positive staff morale and team working in conjunction with the Occupational Therapy Manager · In conjunction with the Occupational Therapy Manager, the Senior Occupational Therapist will lead service planning by anticipating the changing needs of the service and service users. · Participate in multidisciplinary teams and foster and maintain professional working relationships with other team members. · Ensure the quality of documentation of all assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, reports and discharge summaries are in accordance with local service, professional and legislative standards. · Communicate verbally and / or in writing results of assessments, treatment / intervention programmes and recommendations to the team and relevant others in accordance with service policy as designated by the Occupational Therapy Manager · Attend MDT review meetings, team meetings, case conferences etc. as designated by the Occupational Therapy Manager · Ensure that staff in the designated service area(s) arrange and carry out duties in a timely manner, within settings appropriate to service user needs, and in line with local policy/guidelines. · Be responsible for adhering to existing HSE, HIQA & DoH&C standards and protocols and for leading out on the development and maintenance of standards / strategies for quality improvement and outcome measurement. · Seek advice and assistance with any assigned duties in line with principles of evidence based practice and clinical governance. · Ensure that professional standards are maintained in relation to confidentiality / data protection, ethics and legislation. · Operate within the scope of Occupational Therapy practice as per CORU requirements and in accordance with local guidelines Education and Training · Participate in mandatory training programmes. · Participate in continuing professional development including in-service training, attending and presenting at conferences / courses relevant to practice, contributing to research etc. as agreed by the Occupational Therapy Manager · Engage in professional clinical Occupational Therapist supervision with Occupational Therapy Manager. · Engage in peer support with Senior Occupational Therapist colleagues. · Engage in the HSE performance achievement process in conjunction with your Line Manager and staff as appropriate. · Manage, participate and play a key role in the practice education of student therapists. Take part in teaching / training / supervision of other Occupational Therapy and non-Occupational Therapy staff / students and attend practice educator courses as appropriate. · Ensure newly qualified therapists have adequate induction and clinical supervision and assist in implementing annual staff development and performance review Health and Safety · Promote a safe working environment in accordance with Health and Safety legislation. · Be aware of and implement agreed policies, procedures and safe professional practice by adhering to relevant legislation, regulations and standards. · Actively participate in risk management issues, adequately identify, assess, manage and monitor risks within their area of responsibility. · Document appropriately and report any adverse incidents, near misses, hazards and accidents in accordance with organisational guidelines. · Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc. and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. Administrative · Be responsible for the co-ordination and delivery of service in designated area(s). · Review and allocate resources within the designated area, in collaboration with the Occupational Therapist Manager and relevant others. · Promote good working practice and uniformity of standards of best practice. · Promote quality by reviewing and evaluating the Occupational Therapy service regularly, identifying changing needs and opportunities to improve services, in collaboration with the Occupational Therapist Manager and relevant others. · Develop and implement service / business plans, quality initiatives, audits etc. and report on outcomes in collaboration with the Occupational Therapist Manager. · Collect and evaluate data about the service user group and demonstrate the achievement of the objectives of the service. · Oversee the upkeep of accurate records in line with best clinical governance, organisational requirements and the Freedom of Information Act, GDPR, and render reports and other information / statistics as required. · Represent the department / team at meetings and conferences as appropriate. · Liaise with the Occupational Therapist Manager regarding the needs, interests and views of Occupational Therapy staff. · Promote good team working, and a culture that values diversity. · Participate in the management of Occupational Therapy stock and equipment in conjunction with the Occupational Therapist Manager. · Engage in IT developments as they apply to service user and service administration · Keep up to date with developments within the organisation and the Irish Health Service 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 them from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and/ or experience Candidates must have at the latest date of application: Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc (a) Candidates for appointment must: (i) Be registered, or be eligible for registration, on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU. And (ii) Have three years’ full time (or an aggregate of three years) post qualification clinical experience. And (iii) 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. And (iv) Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU before a contract of employment can be issued . 2. Annual Registration (i) On appointment practitioners must maintain annual registration on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU And (ii) Practitioners must confirm annual registration with CORU to the HSE by way of the annual Patient Safety Assurance Certificate (PSAC) 3. 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. 4. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character Post specific Requirements Demonstrate the depth and breadth of your Occupational Therapy experience in the area of Older People’s Services as relevant to the role. Other requirements specific to the post Access to appropriate transport to fulfil the requirements of the role Skills, competencies and/or knowledge The candidate must demonstrate Professional Knowledge and Experience · Demonstrate clinical knowledge, clinical reasoning skills and evidence based practice appropriate to carrying out the duties and responsibilities of the role in line with relevant legislation and standards. · Demonstrate an appropriate level of understanding of the Occupational Therapy process, the underpinning theory and its application to the role. · Demonstrate evidence of having applied / used appropriate assessment tools and treatments and a knowledge of the implications of outcomes for service users. · Demonstrate the knowledge, abilities and technical skills required to provide safe, efficient and effective service in the area of practice. · Demonstrate a willingness to engage and develop IT skills relevant to the role. Planning and Managing Resources · Demonstrates the ability to plan activities and co-ordinate resources to ensure value for money and maximum benefit for the organisation. · Demonstrates ability to prioritise the most important tasks on an ongoing basis. · Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in response to workforce demands. · Demonstrate ability to take initiative and to be appropriately self-directed. Managing and Developing (Self and Others) · Demonstrates ability to lead by example and adapts leadership style to suit the demands of the situation and the people involved. · Demonstrate an ability to manage and develop self and others in a busy working environment. · Demonstrate the ability to work independently as well as part of a team, collaborates well with others. · Demonstrates the ability to react constructively to setbacks and to both give direction / feedback, and take direction / feedback, from others. · Demonstrates a commitment to continuous professional development and knowledge sharing. Commitment to providing a Quality Service · Demonstrate a commitment to and the ability to lead on the delivery of a high quality, person centred service. · Demonstrates innovation in the provision of person-centred care and in overcoming resource limitations. · Ensures that all service users are treated with dignity and respect and ensures that the welfare of the service user is a key consideration at all times. · Works at an operational level to build alliances and learn how to best position service delivery to meet the needs of its service users. · Is open to change and supports the implementation of change. Evaluating Information and Judging Situations · Demonstrate the ability to evaluate information and make effective decisions in relation to service user care. · Explains the rationale behind decisions confidently when faced with opposing or competing demands. Is objective but also aware of sensitivities in their approach. · Regularly quantifies and evaluates activities against service plans and takes timely action to correct potential difficulties. Recognises how service constraints impact on service delivery. Communications and Interpersonal Skills · Displays effective communication skills (verbal and written). · Tailors the communication method and the message to match the needs of the audience; demonstrates active listening skills. · Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills including the ability to collaborate in partnership with others. · Demonstrates sensitivity, diplomacy and tact when dealing with others; is patient and tolerant when dealing with conflict situations. · Demonstrates strong negotiation skills; remains firm but flexible when putting forward a point of view. Campaign Specific Selection Process Ranking/Shortlisting / Interview A ranking and or shortlisting exercise may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application form. The criteria for ranking and or shortlisting are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and/or knowledge section of this job specification. Therefore it is very important that you think about your experience in light of those requirements. Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not being called forward to the next stage of the selection process. Those successful at the ranking stage of this process (where applied) will be placed on an order of merit and will be called to interview in ‘bands’ depending on the service needs of the organisation. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion The HSE is an equal opportunities employer. Employees of the HSE bring a range of skills, talents, diverse thinking and experience to the organisation. The HSE believes passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to its success – we aim to develop the workforce of the HSE so that it reflects the diversity of HSE service users and to strengthen it through accommodating and valuing different perspectives. Ultimately this will result in improved service user and employee experience. The HSE is committed to creating a positive working environment whereby all employees inclusive of age, civil status, disability, ethnicity and race, family status, gender, membership of the Traveller community, religion and sexual orientation are respected, valued and can reach their full potential. The HSE aims to achieve this through development of an organisational culture where injustice, bias and discrimination are not tolerated. The HSE welcomes people with diverse backgrounds and offers a range of supports and resources to staff, such as those who require a reasonable accommodation at work because of a disability or long term health condition. For further information on the HSE commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion, please visit the Diversity, Equality and Inclusion web page at https://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/resources/diversity/ Code of Practice The Health Service Executive will run this campaign in compliance with the Code of Practice prepared by the Commission for Public Service Appointments (CPSA). The CPSA is responsible for establishing the principles that should be followed when making an appointment. These are set out in the CPSA Code of Practice. The Code outlines the standards that should be adhered to at each stage of the selection process and sets out the review and appeal mechanisms open to candidates should they be unhappy with a selection process. The CPSA Code of Practice can be accessed via https://www.cpsa.ie/ . The reform programme outlined for the Health Services may impact on this role and as structures change the Job Specification may be reviewed. This Job Specification is a guide to the general range of duties assigned to the post holder. It is intended to be neither definitive nor restrictive and is subject to periodic review with the employee concerned. Occupational Therapist, Senior Teiripeoir Gairme, Sinsearach Terms and Conditions of Employment Tenure The current vacancies available is permanent and whole time The post is pensionable. A supplementary panel may be created from which permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part time duration may be filled. The tenure of these posts will be indicated at “expression of interest” stage. Appointment as an employee of the Health Service Executive is governed by the Health Act 2004 and the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004 and Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Amendment Act 2013. Remuneration The salary scale as at 01/03/2025: €63,279-€64,629-€66,021-€67,399-€68,779-€70,231-€71,760-€73,285-€74,509 New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies. Working Week The standard weekly working hours of attendance for your grade are 35 hours per week. Your normal weekly working hours are 35 hours. Contracted hours that are less than the standard weekly working hours for your grade will be paid pro rata to the full time equivalent. You are required to work agreed roster/on-call arrangements advised by your Reporting Manager. Your contracted hours are liable to change between the hours of 8.00am and 8.00pm over seven days to meet the requirements for extended day services in accordance with the terms of collective agreements and HSE Circulars. Annual Leave The annual leave associated with the post will be confirmed at contracting stage. Superannuation This is a pensionable position with the HSE. The successful candidate will upon appointment become a member of the appropriate pension scheme. Pension scheme membership will be notified within the contract of employment. Members of pre-existing pension schemes who transferred to the HSE on the 01st January 2005 pursuant to Section 60 of the Health Act 2004 are entitled to superannuation benefit terms under the HSE Scheme which are no less favourable to those which they were entitled to at 31st December 2004 Age The Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act, 2018* set 70 years as the compulsory retirement age for public servants. * Public Servants not affected by this legislation: Public servants joining the public service, or re-joining the public service with a 26 week break in service, between 1 April 2004 and 31 December 2012 (new entrants) have no compulsory retirement age. Public servants, joining the public service or re-joining the public service after a 26 week break, after 1 January 2013 are members of the Single Pension Scheme and have a compulsory retirement age of 70. Probation Every appointment of a person who is not already a permanent officer of the Health Service Executive or of a Local Authority shall be subject to a probationary period of 12 months as stipulated in the Department of Health Circular No.10/71. Protection of Children Guidance and Legislation The welfare and protection of children is the responsibility of all HSE staff. You must be aware of and understand your specific responsibilities under the Children First Act 2015, the Protections for Persons Reporting Child Abuse Act 1998 in accordance with Section 2, Children First National Guidance and other relevant child safeguarding legislation and policies. Some staff have additional responsibilities such as Line Managers, Designated Officers and Mandated Persons. You should check if you are a Designated Officer and / or a Mandated Person and be familiar with the related roles and legal responsibilities. For further information, guidance and resources please visit: HSE Children First webpage . Infection Control Have a working knowledge of Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc. and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. Health & Safety It is the responsibility of line managers to ensure that the management of safety, health and welfare is successfully integrated into all activities undertaken within their area of responsibility, so far as is reasonably practicable. Line managers are named and roles and responsibilities detailed in the relevant Site Specific Safety Statement (SSSS). Key responsibilities include: · Developing a SSSS for the department/service[1], as applicable, based on the identification of hazards and the assessment of risks, and reviewing/updating same on a regular basis (at least annually) and in the event of any significant change in the work activity or place of work. · Ensuring that Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) is integrated into day-to-day business, providing Systems Of Work (SOW) that are planned, organised, performed, maintained and revised as appropriate, and ensuring that all safety related records are maintained and available for inspection. · Consulting and communicating with staff and safety representatives on OSH matters. · Ensuring a training needs assessment (TNA) is undertaken for employees, facilitating their attendance at statutory OSH training, and ensuring records are maintained for each employee. · Ensuring that all incidents occurring within the relevant department/service are appropriately managed and investigated in accordance with HSE procedures[2]. · Seeking advice from health and safety professionals through the National Health and Safety Function Helpdesk as appropriate. · Reviewing the health and safety performance of the ward/department/service and staff through, respectively, local audit and performance achievement meetings for example. Note : Detailed roles and responsibilities of Line Managers are outlined in local SSSS. [1]A template SSSS and guidelines are available on the National Health and Safety Function, here: https://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/safetywellbeing/about%20us/ 2 See link on health and safety web-pages to latest Incident Management Policy
Assistant Manager
Overview This is your chance to step up. Supporting the Retail Branch Manager, you’ll make sure our customers are the heart of everything we do. You’re always looking for ways to improve what we do and how we do it, knowing that small differences can make a big impact. And with the help of our excellent training programmes and varied shift patterns to support your development, you’ll be on the right track for a promising career with us! Key responsibilities WHAT’S IT LIKE TO BE AN ASSISTANT MANAGER? CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
