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Job Summary Nua Healthcare Services (Nua) is one of Ireland’s leading Private Healthcare Providers, specialising in Residential and Supported Living Services, to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support needs. Benefits of joining Nua Healthcare! CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Assistant Support Worker & Social Care Worker
Job Summary Nua Healthcare Services (Nua) is one of Ireland’s leading Private Healthcare Providers, specialising in Residential and Supported Living Services, to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support needs. Benefits of joining Nua Healthcare! CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Assistant Support Worker & Social Care Worker
Job Summary Nua Healthcare Services (Nua) is one of Ireland’s leading Private Healthcare Providers, specialising in Residential and Supported Living Services, to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support needs. Benefits of joining Nua Healthcare! CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Assistant Support Worker & Social Care Worker
Job Summary Nua Healthcare Services (Nua) is one of Ireland’s leading Private Healthcare Providers, specialising in Residential and Supported Living Services, to both Children and Adults with a range of complex support needs. Benefits of joining Nua Healthcare! CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Social Care Worker, Del Val And Royal Oak, Residential
Social Care Worker - Royal Oak - Residential Description St. Michael’s House St. Michael’s House are recruiting Social Care Workers for residential services. Full Time and Part Time Permanent Contracts available in north Dublin. St. Michael's House is a community based organisation committed to providing a quality person centred service and high standard of living to people with an intellectual disability in the greater Dublin area. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with a skilled and responsive staff team to deliver a high quality service. Working closely with the Social Care Leader, multi disciplinary team and families, the key task is to provide positive behaviour and person centred supports to ensure a good quality of life for the men and women who reside in the centre. Essential Criteria for Applicants · Previous experience of supporting individuals with intellectual disability. · Have experience of working as part of a team. · Experience implementing positive behaviour support plans · Have experience of a key working role focusing on promoting independence and community integration. · Excellent communication skills. · A full clean driver’s licence and be willing to drive as part of your role. · Eligible to work in Ireland Essential Qualifications Required: · QQI Level 7 Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Studies (Disability) - Open Training College · Level 7 award in Social Care/Studies delivered by TUD, Institute of Technology, DIT or National University of Ireland; · CORU Registration What We Offer: · HSE Pay Scale (incremental*) · Premium Payments · Sick Pay Scheme · Paid Maternity Leave · Pension · Cycle to Work Scheme · Generous Annual Leave · Employee Assistance Programme · Comprehensive Induction · Training / CPD · Career Progression Salary Scale: Successful candidates will be paid in line with the HSE revised consolidated Social Care Worker pay scale (point 1; €40,351– point 15; €56,650 per annum based on working a 39 hour week). Should you have no prior public sector experience you will be placed on point 1 of the pay-scale above. To apply: · A comprehensive CV, detailing education, skills, career history, experience. · A short cover letter/personal statement (i.e., no more than 2 pages) outlining why you wish to be considered for the post and where you believe your skills, experience and values meet the requirements of the position Social Care Workers with St. Michael’s House. · Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted. Informal enquires: Samantha Moss : 087 063 6026 Closing date: 9th January 2026 Candidates should note that canvassing will disqualify them. St. Michael’s House is an equal opportunities employer.
Bus Driver
At Western Care we aim to provide the most appropriate care, in the most appropriate setting for the people we support. And right now, we are looking to grow and support our team across County Mayo. Why not be part of a progressive team, that’s delivering for its community. Western Care - Supporting People To Live Their Lives. Bus Driver Position Co. Mayo Tel: 087-3610748 | Email: BEvans@westerncare.com Job Brief The Driver will be responsible for transporting individuals to and from Western Care Association services, as well as to other community locations and respite locations as necessary. These roles may also include relief cover across all transport routes within Co. Mayo in order to ensure safe, reliable, and supportive travel for persons supported. Successful applicants will be responsible for the following duties: · Ensure all passengers and/or equipment is properly secured including using the appropriate restraints for wheelchairs · To operate hoists in a safe manner and in line with training · Assist with loading/unloading of passengers · To check vehicle is in roadworthy condition before use, to include checking of oil, water, windscreen wash, etc. · To ensure vehicle are kept clean and tidy both interior and exterior · To record the daily run details in log book provided in each vehicle · To ensure the vehicle has appropriate levels of fuel before each journey, and to refuel where required in line with policy · Carry out administrative functions to record activities of the department in line with policy and procedures Candidate Requirements & Qualifications · Clean full drivers licence (Class D or DI essential) · Proven experience of carrying passengers as part of their previous work history · Up to date CPC training is essential Other Requirements · All applicants will be subject to Irish Garda Vetting & Reference checks · All applicants from Countries outside the E.U. will be required to provide relevant work authorization to take up employment in Republic of Ireland. This must be submitted along with Application · All applicants will be required to access Overseas Police Clearance if they have lived outside of the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland more than 6 months since the age of 18 years Salary Scale Bus Driver Pay Scale (Scale Range €34,380 - €41,607 per annum) - this is based on full time working hours i.e. 39 per week Employment Benefits o Competitive salary o Pension and Life Insurance Scheme o Annual leave in excess of statutory entitlement o Premiums including anti-social payments on residential rosters o Dedicated learning and development o Flexible working opportunities o Staff initiatives e.g. Employee Assistance Programme, Bike-to-Work Scheme o Sick pay scheme
Customer Care Advisor
Key roles You will advise customers on their insurance needs and make outbound calls to generate sales and renewals. The ideal candidate for this position is a highly reliable and focused individual who is looking to join a dynamic and high performing unit. Specific responsibilities (including but not limited to)
Health and Safety Advisor
At John Sisk & Son, we’re more than a construction company, we’re a family-owned business with a global reach, committed to building excellence in every project. We deliver trust, certainty and value to our clients while embracing innovation and shaping the future of construction. At Sisk our Health & Safey Advisor provides support to project teams in the implementation of health and safety standards working closely with our onsite project teams under supervision of the Health & Safety Manager. As Health & Safety Advisor you will gain practical experience in construction Health & Safety systems and be a key member of our evolving team who are constantly upskilling and training to ensure optimal safety onsite. Responsibilities
Health and Safety Officer
Remuneration The salary scale for the post as of 01/08/2025: €60,013 €61,479 €63,192 €64,911 €66,636 €68,176 €69,745 €71,272 €72,788 €75,397 €78,015 LSIs 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. Campaign Reference CHW142HS25 Closing Date Tuesday 16th December 2025 at 12 noon Proposed Interview Date (s) Proposed interview dates will be indicated at a later stage. Please note you may be called forward for interview at short notice. Taking up Appointment A start date will be indicated at job offer stage. Location of Post There is currently one permanent whole time post available in Quality, Safety and Service Improvement, Community Healthcare Galway, Mayo and Roscommon. The post holder will be located in the Quality & Patient Safety Department, Toghermore House, Tuam, Co Galway, H54 T688. A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Health & Safety Officer, Grade VII, Quality and Patient Safety, Community Healthcare, Galway Mayo & Roscommon, HSE West North West, from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Informal Enquiries Shannon Glynn, Head of Service QSSI Shannon.glynn@hse.ie 087 2847528 Details of Service HSE West and North West delivers a broad range of community services that include primary care, mental health, older persons, disability and health and wellbeing services across Galway, Mayo and Roscommon. These services are delivered through the HSE Integrated Healthcare Areas and its funded agencies to people in local communities, as close as possible to people’s homes. Reporting Relationship The post holder will report directly to the Head of Service QSSI or other nominated manager. Key Working Relationships As part of the Quality and Patient Safety Team, the Health and Safety Officer will maintain key working relationships with the following: IHA Management Team, Heads of Service, frontline managers, staff, National Health and Safety Function and the Workplace Health & Wellbeing Unit. Purpose of the Post · The purpose of the role is to facilitate compliance with the corporate Health & Safety Statement and associated processes, policies and legislation within the IHA. · To provide specialist advice, guidance and instruction regarding health and safety matters to the IHA Management Team, Heads of Service, frontline managers and staff, to assist IHA management and duty holders in ensuring that the high standards of health and safety as dictated by HSE Corporate and legislation are met and promote continuous improvement based on systematic organisational learning. · To advise and support management and duty holders in setting up, maintaining and improving systems that underpin an effective integrated health and safety governance system within the IHA. · To liaise with internal stakeholders such as the National Health and Safety Function (NHSF) and Corporate Committees such as the Health & Safety Management Advisory Committee (HSMAC) and the Risk Committee and external stakeholders such as the State Claims Agency and the Health and Safety Authority. · The post holder will be responsible for ensuring that national policy issued by the Workplace Health and Wellbeing Unit is implemented locally. This will include statutory and regulatory requirements of the Workplace Health and Wellbeing Unit for the Health and Safety of healthcare workers. · The post holder will support the relevant manager in all communication processes and the collation, analysis and distribution (as applicable) of all IHA policies. Based on this information the post holder will produce regular reports to the following identifying areas for improvement: Locally · The Quality & Risk Manager · The Senior Management Team · Health and Safety Committees Nationally · National Health & Safety Function · Workplace Health and Wellbeing Unit Principal Duties and Responsibilities Operational Management Promote a positive safety and health culture in the IHA and assist management and duty holders in securing the effective implementation of the safety and health policy. · Coordinate the development of plans for areas of responsibility that contribute to achieving objectives set out in the Service Plan. · Support management and duty holders in ensuring a proactive and systematic approach to managing health and safety. · Issue recommendations on control measures to reduce adverse effects on the health, safety and wellbeing of staff, service users and members of the public. · Support management and duty holders in ensuring the management of health & safety in the IHA meets with the overall objectives of HSE Corporate and legislation. · Provide cross cover within the health and safety function as required. · Manage National Key Performance Indicators for example: Training · Promote local awareness regarding the need for training and supports available both locally and nationally. · Support services with maintaining training records within each local area. · Deliver training programmes as required. · Lead on local audit data from responsible persons and report on performance to the IHA Management Team, National Health and Safety Division as required. · In relation to standards, policies, procedures and legislation: o Maintain and develop competency in national standards from regulatory and legal bodies e.g. HIQA, the Mental Health Commission and the Health & Safety Authority. o Provide support to the IHA Management Team in the development of operational health and safety protocols. Corporate Governance · Establish and maintain Corporate Governance procedures, to ensure that the IHA Management Team are accurately appraised on the management of health and safety in the IHA. · Provide guidance to all IHA managers and staff and contribute to the development of corporate policy and decision-making activity. · Respond to changes in legislation and national policy in relation to health and safety and develop IHA policies, procedures and guidelines (PPPG) as appropriate to ensure compliance and implementation. · Establish systems to allow for appropriate organisational responses to national recommendations from relevant regulatory bodies. · Act as a liaison for the IHA on HSE Health & Safety matters. · Work with Estates to ensure an effective and co-ordinated approach to health and safety at IHA level. · Take strategic direction from the National Health & Safety Function (NHSF). · Act as lead liaison with the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) on health and safety management matters relating to the IHA. · Act as liaison with the State Claims Agency on health and safety management strategies aimed at reducing the incidence of harm and providing support to claims management structures to reduce cost to the HSE. · Act as liaison with insurers in relation to health and safety issues Service Development · Support IHA Managers in the development, implementation and monitoring of a comprehensive and effective safety management system. · Develop fit for purpose IHA safety and health policies, procedures and guidelines as appropriate for existing IHA activities and also with respect to new activities or processes where identified or requested by service areas. · In developing such PPPGs ensure that these align with HSE Corporate Health and Safety Policies and the Corporate Safety Statement. · Advise IHA leadership team on planning for safety and health, including the setting of realistic short and long term objectives, priorities and establishing adequate systems and performance standards. · Ensure that systems are in place to evaluate and review performance against agreed targets and performance indicators. Provide such information to requisite bodies where required. · Develop and maintain effective systems for learning and improvement with regard to health and safety within IHA. · Ensure effective processes for document management. · Liaise with key internal stakeholders to identify strategies and prioritise actions for managing risk. · Support and assist direct line managers within IHA responsible for motivation and management of teams in health and safety matters. · Support and assist individuals with key responsibility for health and safety within IHA. · Contribute to service planning and the estimates process and support the implementation of service plan objectives. This will include liaising with the National Health and Safety Division on current and future Health and Safety priorities/requirements. Communication · Ensure that senior managers are informed of changes to legislation and actions required to ensure compliance. · Promote IHA and HSE health and safety education programmes and work with key stakeholders to develop safe working conditions within the IHAs. · Foster a positive and supportive environment where staff learn from incidents and are willing to report adverse events. · Work in partnership with other internal work groups/ colleagues, leading and directing areas of work as appropriate. · Promote the National Health and Safety webpages and promotional campaigns to all staff and key stakeholders (e.g. European Week for Safety and Health). Other · Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards and the Mental Health Commission 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 etcand comply with associated HSE 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 Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: · Hold a Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) Level 8 (or higher) major academic award (e.g. Honours Degree or Higher Diploma) in Health and Safety, or other relevant area (that is, a qualification or cognate degree accredited by Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) for membership at Graduate or higher level). http://www.iosh.co.uk/Membership/About-membership/Qualifications.aspx AND · Have: o A minimum of 3 years’ experience in an Occupational Health and Safety Officer / Advisor role, or o A minimum of 1.5 no. years’ experience in an Occupational Health and Safety Advisor/Officer (or equivalent) or Assistant role, and o Minimum of 1.5 no. years’ experience in healthcare in a clinical or support services role (i.e. a combined total of 3 no. years’ experience) AND · Candidates must possess the requisite knowledge and ability, including a high standard of suitability and management ability, for the proper discharge 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. Other requirements specific to the post Access to appropriate transport to fulfil the requirements of the role and the post will require travel across Integrated Healthcare Area. Additional eligibility requirements: Citizenship requirements Eligible candidates must be: (i) EEA, Swiss, or British citizens OR (ii) Non-European Economic Area citizens with permission to reside and work in the State Read Appendix 2 of the Additional Campaign Information for further information on accepted Stamps for Non-EEA citizens resident in the State, including those with refugee status. To qualify candidates must be eligible by the closing date of the campaign. Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Professional Knowledge & Experience Demonstrate: · Expert knowledge of health and safety management systems, legislation and processes. · Knowledge and understanding of safety statements, risk assessment/risk registers/reporting, monitoring and auditing. · Expertise in preparing for internal and external standards assessments. · Understanding of the statutory requirements relating to health and safety, and demonstrate the ability to interpret the law in the context of the organisation. · Demonstrate theoretical and specialist practical knowledge of relevant national policies and strategy in relation to health and safety. · Ability to translate strategic goals into operational plans · An understanding of healthcare standards and their application to the healthcare setting. · Excellent MS Office skills to include, Word, Excel and PowerPoint · Knowledge and experience of using an email system effectively e.g. Outlook, Lotus Notes · Knowledge of the health service including a good knowledge of HSE reform Planning & Organising and Delivery of Results Demonstrate: · The ability to successfully manage a range of different projects and work activities concurrently, utilising computer technology effectively and assigning work to others as appropriate to meet strict deadlines · The ability to proactively identify areas for improvement and to develop practical solutions for their implementation · The ability to embrace change and adapt local work practices accordingly by finding practical ways to make policies work, ensuring the team knows how to action changes · The ability to use resources effectively, challenging processes to improve efficiencies where appropriate Evaluating Information, Problem Solving & Decision Making Demonstrate: · Excellent analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills · The ability to quickly grasp and understand complex issues and the impact on service delivery · The ability to confidently explain the rationale behind decision when faced with opposition · Ability to make sound decisions with a well-reasoned rationale and to stand by these · Initiative in the resolution of complex issues Building and Maintaining Relationships including Teamwork & Leadership Skills Demonstrate: · The ability to build and maintain relationships with colleagues and other stakeholders and to achieve results through collaborative working. · The ability to build influential relationships in order to establish credibility with internal and external stakeholders, regulatory and investigatory/auditing organisations. · The ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a dynamic team and multi stakeholder environment · The ability to lead the team by example, coaching and supporting individuals as required. · The ability to manage and motivate staff to achieve optimum performance, and address performance issues as they arise. · The ability to present advice independently and effectively. · Flexibility, adaptability and openness to working effectively in a changing environment Commitment to a Quality Service Demonstrate: · Evidence of incorporating the needs of the service user into service delivery · Evidence of practicing and promoting a strong focus on delivering high quality customer service for internal and external customers · Demonstrate on-going Health and Safety CPD activity · Evidence of setting high standards of performance for self and others, ensuring accurate attention to detail and consistent adherence to procedures and current standards within area of responsibility Communications & Interpersonal Skills Demonstrate: · Effective verbal communication skills, delivering complex information clearly, concisely and confidently to a variety of audiences · Excellent written communication skills including strong report writing and presentation skills · Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in order to deal effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
Health and Safety Officer
Remuneration The salary scale for the post as of 01/08/2025: €60,013 €61,479 €63,192 €64,911 €66,636 €68,176 €69,745 €71,272 €72,788 €75,397 €78,015 LSIs 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. Campaign Reference CHW142HS25 Closing Date Tuesday 16th December 2025 at 12 noon Proposed Interview Date (s) Proposed interview dates will be indicated at a later stage. Please note you may be called forward for interview at short notice. Taking up Appointment A start date will be indicated at job offer stage. Location of Post There is currently one permanent whole time post available in Quality, Safety and Service Improvement, Community Healthcare Galway, Mayo and Roscommon. The post holder will be located in the Quality & Patient Safety Department, Toghermore House, Tuam, Co Galway, H54 T688. A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Health & Safety Officer, Grade VII, Quality and Patient Safety, Community Healthcare, Galway Mayo & Roscommon, HSE West North West, from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Informal Enquiries Shannon Glynn, Head of Service QSSI Shannon.glynn@hse.ie 087 2847528 Details of Service HSE West and North West delivers a broad range of community services that include primary care, mental health, older persons, disability and health and wellbeing services across Galway, Mayo and Roscommon. These services are delivered through the HSE Integrated Healthcare Areas and its funded agencies to people in local communities, as close as possible to people’s homes. Reporting Relationship The post holder will report directly to the Head of Service QSSI or other nominated manager. Key Working Relationships As part of the Quality and Patient Safety Team, the Health and Safety Officer will maintain key working relationships with the following: IHA Management Team, Heads of Service, frontline managers, staff, National Health and Safety Function and the Workplace Health & Wellbeing Unit. Purpose of the Post · The purpose of the role is to facilitate compliance with the corporate Health & Safety Statement and associated processes, policies and legislation within the IHA. · To provide specialist advice, guidance and instruction regarding health and safety matters to the IHA Management Team, Heads of Service, frontline managers and staff, to assist IHA management and duty holders in ensuring that the high standards of health and safety as dictated by HSE Corporate and legislation are met and promote continuous improvement based on systematic organisational learning. · To advise and support management and duty holders in setting up, maintaining and improving systems that underpin an effective integrated health and safety governance system within the IHA. · To liaise with internal stakeholders such as the National Health and Safety Function (NHSF) and Corporate Committees such as the Health & Safety Management Advisory Committee (HSMAC) and the Risk Committee and external stakeholders such as the State Claims Agency and the Health and Safety Authority. · The post holder will be responsible for ensuring that national policy issued by the Workplace Health and Wellbeing Unit is implemented locally. This will include statutory and regulatory requirements of the Workplace Health and Wellbeing Unit for the Health and Safety of healthcare workers. · The post holder will support the relevant manager in all communication processes and the collation, analysis and distribution (as applicable) of all IHA policies. Based on this information the post holder will produce regular reports to the following identifying areas for improvement: Locally · The Quality & Risk Manager · The Senior Management Team · Health and Safety Committees Nationally · National Health & Safety Function · Workplace Health and Wellbeing Unit Principal Duties and Responsibilities Operational Management Promote a positive safety and health culture in the IHA and assist management and duty holders in securing the effective implementation of the safety and health policy. · Coordinate the development of plans for areas of responsibility that contribute to achieving objectives set out in the Service Plan. · Support management and duty holders in ensuring a proactive and systematic approach to managing health and safety. · Issue recommendations on control measures to reduce adverse effects on the health, safety and wellbeing of staff, service users and members of the public. · Support management and duty holders in ensuring the management of health & safety in the IHA meets with the overall objectives of HSE Corporate and legislation. · Provide cross cover within the health and safety function as required. · Manage National Key Performance Indicators for example: Training · Promote local awareness regarding the need for training and supports available both locally and nationally. · Support services with maintaining training records within each local area. · Deliver training programmes as required. · Lead on local audit data from responsible persons and report on performance to the IHA Management Team, National Health and Safety Division as required. · In relation to standards, policies, procedures and legislation: o Maintain and develop competency in national standards from regulatory and legal bodies e.g. HIQA, the Mental Health Commission and the Health & Safety Authority. o Provide support to the IHA Management Team in the development of operational health and safety protocols. Corporate Governance · Establish and maintain Corporate Governance procedures, to ensure that the IHA Management Team are accurately appraised on the management of health and safety in the IHA. · Provide guidance to all IHA managers and staff and contribute to the development of corporate policy and decision-making activity. · Respond to changes in legislation and national policy in relation to health and safety and develop IHA policies, procedures and guidelines (PPPG) as appropriate to ensure compliance and implementation. · Establish systems to allow for appropriate organisational responses to national recommendations from relevant regulatory bodies. · Act as a liaison for the IHA on HSE Health & Safety matters. · Work with Estates to ensure an effective and co-ordinated approach to health and safety at IHA level. · Take strategic direction from the National Health & Safety Function (NHSF). · Act as lead liaison with the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) on health and safety management matters relating to the IHA. · Act as liaison with the State Claims Agency on health and safety management strategies aimed at reducing the incidence of harm and providing support to claims management structures to reduce cost to the HSE. · Act as liaison with insurers in relation to health and safety issues Service Development · Support IHA Managers in the development, implementation and monitoring of a comprehensive and effective safety management system. · Develop fit for purpose IHA safety and health policies, procedures and guidelines as appropriate for existing IHA activities and also with respect to new activities or processes where identified or requested by service areas. · In developing such PPPGs ensure that these align with HSE Corporate Health and Safety Policies and the Corporate Safety Statement. · Advise IHA leadership team on planning for safety and health, including the setting of realistic short and long term objectives, priorities and establishing adequate systems and performance standards. · Ensure that systems are in place to evaluate and review performance against agreed targets and performance indicators. Provide such information to requisite bodies where required. · Develop and maintain effective systems for learning and improvement with regard to health and safety within IHA. · Ensure effective processes for document management. · Liaise with key internal stakeholders to identify strategies and prioritise actions for managing risk. · Support and assist direct line managers within IHA responsible for motivation and management of teams in health and safety matters. · Support and assist individuals with key responsibility for health and safety within IHA. · Contribute to service planning and the estimates process and support the implementation of service plan objectives. This will include liaising with the National Health and Safety Division on current and future Health and Safety priorities/requirements. Communication · Ensure that senior managers are informed of changes to legislation and actions required to ensure compliance. · Promote IHA and HSE health and safety education programmes and work with key stakeholders to develop safe working conditions within the IHAs. · Foster a positive and supportive environment where staff learn from incidents and are willing to report adverse events. · Work in partnership with other internal work groups/ colleagues, leading and directing areas of work as appropriate. · Promote the National Health and Safety webpages and promotional campaigns to all staff and key stakeholders (e.g. European Week for Safety and Health). Other · Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards and the Mental Health Commission 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 etcand comply with associated HSE 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 Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: · Hold a Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) Level 8 (or higher) major academic award (e.g. Honours Degree or Higher Diploma) in Health and Safety, or other relevant area (that is, a qualification or cognate degree accredited by Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) for membership at Graduate or higher level). http://www.iosh.co.uk/Membership/About-membership/Qualifications.aspx AND · Have: o A minimum of 3 years’ experience in an Occupational Health and Safety Officer / Advisor role, or o A minimum of 1.5 no. years’ experience in an Occupational Health and Safety Advisor/Officer (or equivalent) or Assistant role, and o Minimum of 1.5 no. years’ experience in healthcare in a clinical or support services role (i.e. a combined total of 3 no. years’ experience) AND · Candidates must possess the requisite knowledge and ability, including a high standard of suitability and management ability, for the proper discharge 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. Other requirements specific to the post Access to appropriate transport to fulfil the requirements of the role and the post will require travel across Integrated Healthcare Area. Additional eligibility requirements: Citizenship requirements Eligible candidates must be: (i) EEA, Swiss, or British citizens OR (ii) Non-European Economic Area citizens with permission to reside and work in the State Read Appendix 2 of the Additional Campaign Information for further information on accepted Stamps for Non-EEA citizens resident in the State, including those with refugee status. To qualify candidates must be eligible by the closing date of the campaign. Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Professional Knowledge & Experience Demonstrate: · Expert knowledge of health and safety management systems, legislation and processes. · Knowledge and understanding of safety statements, risk assessment/risk registers/reporting, monitoring and auditing. · Expertise in preparing for internal and external standards assessments. · Understanding of the statutory requirements relating to health and safety, and demonstrate the ability to interpret the law in the context of the organisation. · Demonstrate theoretical and specialist practical knowledge of relevant national policies and strategy in relation to health and safety. · Ability to translate strategic goals into operational plans · An understanding of healthcare standards and their application to the healthcare setting. · Excellent MS Office skills to include, Word, Excel and PowerPoint · Knowledge and experience of using an email system effectively e.g. Outlook, Lotus Notes · Knowledge of the health service including a good knowledge of HSE reform Planning & Organising and Delivery of Results Demonstrate: · The ability to successfully manage a range of different projects and work activities concurrently, utilising computer technology effectively and assigning work to others as appropriate to meet strict deadlines · The ability to proactively identify areas for improvement and to develop practical solutions for their implementation · The ability to embrace change and adapt local work practices accordingly by finding practical ways to make policies work, ensuring the team knows how to action changes · The ability to use resources effectively, challenging processes to improve efficiencies where appropriate Evaluating Information, Problem Solving & Decision Making Demonstrate: · Excellent analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills · The ability to quickly grasp and understand complex issues and the impact on service delivery · The ability to confidently explain the rationale behind decision when faced with opposition · Ability to make sound decisions with a well-reasoned rationale and to stand by these · Initiative in the resolution of complex issues Building and Maintaining Relationships including Teamwork & Leadership Skills Demonstrate: · The ability to build and maintain relationships with colleagues and other stakeholders and to achieve results through collaborative working. · The ability to build influential relationships in order to establish credibility with internal and external stakeholders, regulatory and investigatory/auditing organisations. · The ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a dynamic team and multi stakeholder environment · The ability to lead the team by example, coaching and supporting individuals as required. · The ability to manage and motivate staff to achieve optimum performance, and address performance issues as they arise. · The ability to present advice independently and effectively. · Flexibility, adaptability and openness to working effectively in a changing environment Commitment to a Quality Service Demonstrate: · Evidence of incorporating the needs of the service user into service delivery · Evidence of practicing and promoting a strong focus on delivering high quality customer service for internal and external customers · Demonstrate on-going Health and Safety CPD activity · Evidence of setting high standards of performance for self and others, ensuring accurate attention to detail and consistent adherence to procedures and current standards within area of responsibility Communications & Interpersonal Skills Demonstrate: · Effective verbal communication skills, delivering complex information clearly, concisely and confidently to a variety of audiences · Excellent written communication skills including strong report writing and presentation skills · Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in order to deal effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
