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Clarecare is a professional social enterprise organisation providing a range of people centred social services to individuals and families in County Clare for over 58 years. Current services provided include Family Support, Older Persons Services (Home Support & Day Centres for over 65’s) and Bushypark Addiction Treatment Services (Residential & Community). Clarecare’s headquarters are based in Ennis with local offices in Shannon, Kilrush, Killaloe and Ennistymon. Our Vision: is to be the trusted quality care provider within our communities by supporting individuals and families to reach their full potential. Our Mission: is to provide person-centred services to individuals and families within our communities. Our Core Values: • Collaborate • Accountability • Respect • Empathy • Trust JOB DESCRIPTION – MINI-BUS DRIVER – KILLALOE DAY CENTRE TITLE: Mini-Bus Driver ROLE: Working under the guidance of the Day Centre Manager (in conjunction with the Operations Manager – Day Centres), the Mini-Bus Driver will support the provision of a high quality, effective and efficient person-centred care to clients in receipt of day care. OBJECTIVE: This is a part-time permanent contract of employment to assist with the delivery of a Day Centre Service at Clarecare’s Day Centre facility in Killaloe, Co. Clare for up to 20 older persons on a daily basis. Clarecare is committed to assisting members of our community to retain their independence. Using our own minibuses, we provide a door-to-door service with pick up and return to clients’ homes or pre-arranged allocated destinations. The selected candidate will be an essential member of our team, providing care, interacting with/transporting clients (who include the frail, the aged and people with disabilities) to and from the Centre and Club outings. JOB RELATIONS: The Mini-Bus Driver will report to the Day Centre Manager and work closely with other Day Centre staff members e.g. General Healthcare Assistants/Multi-task Assistants, Volunteers, etc. The Mini-Bus Driver will also be part of the wider Older Persons Services Team in Clarecare. JOB LOCATION: The position offered is based in Clarecare’s Killaloe Centre at Hill Road, Killaloe, Co. Clare but location may change based on operational requirements. DAYS/HOURS OF WORK: Open to negotiation – minimum 3 days per week Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday • 9.00 a.m. – 11.30 a.m. (Free period between 11.30 a.m. and return at 2.15 p.m.) • and 2.15 p.m. to 4.15 p.m. plus an additional 4.5 hours to be worked over Tues to Thurs i.e. minimum total of 18 hours per week. You are required to be flexible regarding your start/finish time / work hours and work days per week to meet the operational requirements of this evolving Service. Work days/work hours are subject to change. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION: General Responsibilities: • To report to the Day Centre Manager or designate (e.g. Operations Manager – Day Centres). • To adhere to Clarecare policies and procedures in relation to your work with Clarecare. • Ability to maintain the principles of confidentiality in all areas of work. • To maintain files in accordance with Clarecare standards in order to ensure that good record keeping practices are in place. • To work as part of the wider Clarecare Structure. • To support the work of staff, volunteers, students and others involved in Clarecare. • To attend supervision sessions with your Line Manager. • To maintain professional boundaries in all work with clients, staff, volunteers, external suppliers, etc. • To perform such other duties appropriate to the office as may be assigned to you by your Line Manager or designate. • Attend meetings in connection with Day Care Centre. • Attend and participate in all mandatory and other relevant training as advised by your Line Manager. • Attend other meetings as necessary. Specific Responsibilities: • In conjunction with the Day Centre Manager, be responsible for the planning of appropriate routes for the collection and delivery of clients. • Ensure all clients are wearing seat belts and that wheel chairs are secured. • Build trusting relationships with clients and their carers so that they feel secure and welcome on their way to and from day care service. • Ensure that observations/assessments of clients made during the journey are reported in a timely manner to the Day Centre Manager or another appropriate person. Any communication from family members in relation to clients to be passed along to Day Centre Manager as soon as possible • Carry out regular safety checks of the vehicle and equipment (First Aid kit) and ensure all equipment is in good working order. Any findings should be noted and reported to Day Centre Manager for further action. • Ensure the vehicle is kept clean and tidy (inside and out) at all times. • As necessary, take Mini-Bus to be washed and claim expenses for same on producing relevant receipt to Day Centre Manager. • Inform Day Centre Manager of any difficulties with the bus and NOT undertake repairs themselves. • Keep appropriate daily mileage figures, repairs and servicing records should report and fill in of any Incident Report forms immediately following any incidents so as important information is not forgotten • Ensure contact with clients is made via the Day Centre Manager and transport staff should not telephone family members unless instructed so by CM so as to avoid any confusion • Plan their working day ahead of time (e.g. who is driving & who is escorting) • Refuelling of the vehicle must take place after evening delivery of clients to ensure the vehicle is ready for the next morning. • Only use the vehicle at the direction of the Day Centre Manager and for no other purpose other than the business of Clarecare. • Participate in any mandatory training e.g. patient moving & handling/manual handling, Infection Prevention & Control, Hand Hygiene, Basic First Aid, etc. • Be willing to undertake and participate in any additional training to enhance the role. • Respect clients and their families showing dignity, courtesy and professionalism at all times. • Assist in the provision of a quality service and work in line with Clarecare and locally devised policies and procedures. • Maintain the confidentiality of all information made available to him / her during the course of his / her work. • Maintain a strict code of personal and general hygiene in the work place as per work schedules and existing policies and procedures. • Be familiar with your responsibilities and willing to undertake same, in accordance with the role of Mini-Bus Driver. • Ensure policy and procedures are correctly followed and adhered to, in accordance with Environmental Health & Health & Safety, Centre protocols, Clarecare’s wider policies & procedures, etc. • Where required, wear relevant personal protective clothing (i.e. gloves, mask, apron/gown etc) as per Clarecare and HSE regulations/Public Health guidelines) on a daily basis. • Listen effectively and carry out tasks in a timely manner. • Ability to quickly understand instructions and follow them closely. • Well-developed communication skills and ability to interact socially with clients and peers/staff/others. • Excellent customer service skills. • A great team player. • Be willing to undertake any other relevant duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION: Essential Requirements: • Must hold a current clean class D/D1 Driving Licence. • Must hold a current Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC). • Valid and current Manual Handling/Patient Handling Certification – this can be provided by Clarecare. • A keen interest in, and a passion for, caring for the older person. • Possess a friendly, positive, helpful and caring attitude towards other team members & clients alike. • Have experience of carrying out general operative duties and bus checks. • Have good personal presentation. • Ensure timely/effective service. • Have a sound knowledge of Killaloe and surrounding geographical areas. • Must be physically fit, able to assist in the boarding and disembarkation of the vehicle. • Ensure the vehicle is maintained in a clean presentable condition. • Proven reliability and punctuality with a positive, can do attitude. • Ability to work with older people in a professional capacity with a keen understanding of their needs. • Excellent time keeping, communication, organisation and interpersonal skills with the ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team in a fast-paced working environment. • A positive ‘fit to work’ pre-employment medical through Clarecare. • A positive Garda vetting disclosure through Clarecare. • Two positive written employment references from your current and most recent employer(s) through Clarecare. Desirable: • Previous professional experience of working in a care or social work setting. • Minimum of 1 years’ experience in same/similar employment is desirable • Current First Aid training. • A knowledge of the work & ethos of Clarecare. SALARY/GRADE: • €17.57 gross per hour worked commensurate with experience with a further 2% pay increase on 1/10/2026 pending receipt of funding for same. This however, should not be interpreted as being indicative of any additional salary increases into the future, beyond the above stated terms. NOTE: The above list of duties is not exclusive or exhaustive. Unforeseen policy changes or emerging needs may create new and different demands on the position. The post holder will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the role.
Counsellors
Counsellor at Bushypark Residential Centre on a permanent basis (full-time or part-time options available) Location: On site / On Site Job type: Permanent / Full Or Part-Time Sector and subsector: Voluntary/Charity | General Salary: Competitive salary Clarecare is a professional social enterprise with charitable status, providing a range of person-centred social services to individuals and families in County Clare for over 58 years. Current services provided include Family Support, Elderly Care Services, Child & Adolescent Counselling and Bushypark Residential Addiction Treatment Centre. Clarecare’s headquarters are based in Ennis with local offices in Bushypark, Shannon, Kilrush, Killaloe and Ennistymon. Bushypark Residential Treatment Centre is a Clarecare service, offering a 28-day Residential Programme for people with alcohol, drugs, gambling, and associated addictions, based on evidence-based models of treatment. In addition to residential treatment, the Centre also offers Community based Programmes, such as the Cocaine Initiative, Gambling Supports Family Support, Aftercare and a range of other recovery-based supports. Bushypark is supported by HSE Alcohol and Drug Services, MWRDAF, Probation Service, HSE Mental Health Service, Gambling Care and other local funders. Overview of Bushypark Addiction Treatment Centre: The Counsellor position forms part of a multi-disciplinary team, led by a Psychotherapist/Clinical Supervisor. The existing team includes Counsellors, Psychotherapists and Night Staff who work on a full-time or part-time basis. Counsellors are employed in both the residential and community-based services within the Service. As an integral Service within Clarecare, Bushypark Addiction Treatment Centre provides a range of services for people impacted by addiction and other health and societal related issues within the Mid-West and wider geographical regions. Bushypark has established and enhanced links nationally and internationally in the development of its ongoing programmes. Bushypark has recently opened its new extension to Bushypark House (funded by HSE), thus enabling the Service to increase its in-house capacity to 16 residents in addition to enhancing our community-based services to meet a growing demand within the region and beyond.In addition, Bushypark has refurbished its Family Centre on the grounds of Bushypark, thus enabling the expansion of services to support clients and family members with addiction related issues.We have developed further services in the areas of dual diagnosis and related aftercare with enhanced online counselling services, resulting in increased services in rural areas. Bushypark provides support to concerned persons across its services, from our confidential phone line to our aftercare programmes. We deliver Family Support Programmes in Ennis, Limerick and in Bushypark. Additional Family Support is provided on-line and by phone to meet individual family needs. As stated earlier, Bushypark works in conjunction with a number of Voluntary and Statutory Agencies both in terms of funding and also in working with clients collectively. We are part of both local and national fora and working groups thus ensuring that we remain at the forefront of programme delivery and are committed to improve the quality of our evidence-based Treatment Programme interventions. Bushypark has well developed working relationships with Medical Insurance Providers (VHI, LAYA, Irish Life), the HSE Mental Health Service, HSE Addiction Services, Probation Service, Gambling Awareness Trust, Local Employers and a range of other services who support our clients to access both the residential and community-based projects. Bushypark has long established links with both Clare and Limerick Local Sports Partnerships, MWRDAF and other services to deliver aspects of our programmes. Due to Bushypark’s expansion of Services, we now have the following additional vacancy/vacancies: JOB DESCRIPTION TITLE: Counsellor – Permanent Role (1x Full-Time position or 2 x Part-Time positions) ROLE: In conjunction with a significant capital investment expansion project at Bushypark Treatment Centre, we now have an immediate additional vacancy to join our Counselling Team based in Ennis, Co. Clare. The successful candidate will work as part of the clinical team in providing assessment, evaluation and psychological interventions as appropriate to individuals, couples and families who present to the service for support with addiction and related issues. You will case manage individuals within the centre during treatment episodes. JOB RELATIONS: The Counsellor will work as part of the Bushypark Team and will report to the Senior Counsellor and be supported by the Residential Services Manager. Reporting structures are subject to change. JOB LOCATION: The Counsellor will be based in the Bushypark Addiction Treatment Centre, Ennis, Co. Clare. Remote/Hybrid Working does not apply to this role as it is an on-site role. JOB DETAILS: The successful candidate will work as part of the Treatment Team in Bushypark and liaise regularly with the same. Flexibility and willingness to travel and work outside of normal hours is necessary. The successful candidate will also be required to work with The Cocaine Harm Reduction Project Initiative, and in other elements of our Community based service, from time to time. Training and supervision will be provided to the successful candidate. HOURS OF WORK: This is a permanent position and may be filled on either a full-time basis (40 hours per week) by one successful candidate, or on a part-time basis (20 hours per week) x 2 successful candidates, depending on the outcome of the recruitment process. The role includes working one Saturday and one Sunday (alternating) in every six-week cycle. Rostered hours of work will vary and may include weekday shifts from 8:00am to 4:00pm, 9:00am to 5:00pm, or 1:00pm to 9:00pm on a rotational basis, as well as weekend shifts from 9:00am to 9:00pm on Saturdays and Sundays. You will receive advance notice of your rostered working hours. Clarecare reserves the right to amend working hours from time to time in line with operational requirements. Flexibility in relation to working hours is required to meet the needs of the service. Salary: The gross salary per annum for full-time roles is €49,673.37 for full accredited Counsellors and €38,402.36 gross per annum for part-accredited Counsellors, commensurate with relevant experience. For part-time roles, the salary will be pro-rata based on the full-time equivalent salary. The maximum gross annual salary for a part-time Counsellor is €24,836.68 for full accredited Counsellors and €19,201.18 for pre-accredited Counsellors, commensurate with relevant experience. Once, pre-accredited Counsellors receive full accreditation – their gross salary will increase in line with full accredited Counsellors upon submission of full-accreditation certification to Clarecare. In addition, and subject to funding, a further 2% salary increase will apply from 1st October 2026. This will apply to both full-time and part-time roles on a pro-rata basis where applicable. This however, should not be interpreted as providing for any additional salary increases beyond the above stated terms as Clarecare is a part-funded Section 39 entity and not a fully funded (Section 38) Agency. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION: General Responsibilities: NOTE: The foregoing contains an outline of the main duties and cannot be complete. You will be required to respond flexibly when ad hoc tasks arise which are not specifically covered in this job description. This includes additional duties which may arise from future legislation affecting the Charities sector.
Weekend Cook
Location: On site / On site Job type: Permanent / Part-Time Sector and subsector: Voluntary/Charity | General Hourly Fixed salary: € 14.86 Clarecare is a professional social enterprise with charitable status, providing a range of people centred social services to individuals and families in County Clare for over 58 years. Current services provided include Family Support, Elderly Care Services, Counselling and Bushypark Residential Addiction Treatment Centre. Clarecare’s headquarters are based in Ennis with local offices in Bushypark, Shannon, Kilrush, Killaloe and Ennistymon. Clarecare is supported by a partnership with TUSLA, Health Service Executive, other Government Departments, by charitable funding and by the Diocese of Killaloe. JOB DESCRIPTION Weekend Cook (Sat / Sun & Public Holidays - 5 Hours Per Day) Part-time Permanent Role DESCRIPTION OF ROLE: Working with the Bushypark Chef and the Residential Service Manager to ensure that meals are prepared and served in line with HACCP requirements while supporting the residents within the residential service. BUSHYPARK OBJECTIVES: To support with the provision of lunch/tea to the residents of Bushypark in conjunction with the current chef in the hours outlined above. JOB RELATIONS: The part-time Weekend Cook will report to the Residential Services Manager of Bushypark and will work closely with the Chef and all other Bushypark staff members. Reporting structure are subject to change. JOB LOCATION: The part-time position offered is currently based onsite at Bushypark Treatment Centre, but location may change based on operational requirements. DAYS/HOURS OF WORK: 10 hours per week onsite i.e. Saturday from 9.00 a.m. – 2.00 p.m. and Sunday from 9.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m. In addition , you will also be required to work Public Holidays from 9.00 a.m. – 2.00 p.m. ANNUAL LEAVE: 10 days (pro-rated) annual leave per annum per full leave year (Jan-Dec). As you will work Public Holidays, you will receive double time for all hours worked for Irish Public Holidays. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Mystery Shoppers
Mystery Shoppers - Required Nationwide! Looking to earn an extra income? Would you like to earn cash while you shop? Customer Perceptions are recruiting Mystery Shoppers across Ireland. Flexible working hours are available to suit your needs. All you need is: ✅ Good observational skills ✅ The ability to recognise outstanding customer service ✅ A strong grasp of written and spoken English Click Apply Now to submit your application today! Don't have a current CV? No worries - Just click Apply Now and upload your letter of introduction through the cv section OR Click HERE to view the JobAlert.ie CV templates section and build your CV today! 🛑 IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE A RESPONSE WITHIN 4 WORKING DAYS OF SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION PLEASE DOUBLE-CHECK YOUR SPAM OR JUNK FOLDER 🛑
Support Worker
We are hiring a Support Worker in Miltown Malbay, Co. Clare! Come and work with one of Ireland’s best 150 Employers! Corlann are looking for bright, ambitious individuals who have a positive attitude towards working with people with an intellectual disability and who are committed to ensuring that our persons supported lead as fulfilling and enjoyable a life as possible. Role: Support Worker Contract Available: Permanent Part-Time 50/78 (50 hours fortnightly) Location: Miltown Malbay, Co. Clare The role of a Support Worker Support Workers provide a key-working caring role for a group of People Supported by the Services. They are responsible for all aspects of personal care required during the day. This includes meals, personal hygiene and other related aspects of physical well-being. Secondly, a major focus of the Support Worker role is to assist and support People Supported by the Services with the development of their Individual Plans and achievement of associated outcomes. In addition, a critical component of this role is to support People Supported by the Services in community participation and integration. **PLEASE SEE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION ATTACHED Some of our benefits: · Competitive Rates of Pay (€34,536 - €47,954 pro-rata) · 22 days Annual Leave · Defined Benefit Pension Plan · Full Training provided · Career Progression · Sick Pay Benefits · Employee Assistance Programs Corlann services Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Support Worker
We are hiring Support Workers in Ennis, Co. Clare! Come and work with one of Ireland’s best 150 Employers! Corlann - Clare Region are looking for bright, ambitious individuals who have a positive attitude towards working with people with an intellectual disability and who are committed to ensuring that our persons supported lead as fulfilling and enjoyable a life as possible. Role: Support Worker Contracts Available: Various Permanent Part-Time & Relief Contracts Available Location: Ennis, Co. Clare The role of a Support Worker Support Workers provide a key-working caring role for a group of People Supported by the Services. They are responsible for all aspects of personal care required during the day. This includes meals, personal hygiene and other related aspects of physical well-being. Secondly, a major focus of the Support Worker role is to assist and support People Supported by the Services with the development of their Individual Plans and achievement of associated outcomes. In addition, a critical component of this role is to support People Supported by the Services in community participation and integration. **PLEASE SEE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION ATTACHED Some of our benefits: · Competitive Rates of Pay (€34,536 - €47,954 pro-rata) · 22 days Annual Leave · Defined Benefit Pension Plan · Full Training provided · Career Progression · Sick Pay Benefits · Employee Assistance Programs Corlann is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Deli Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Responsible for the preparation of high quality hot and cold deli products and for ensuring customer satisfaction is the number one priority. The ideal candidate will have/be:
Social Care Worker
We are hiring Social Care Workers in Ennis, Co. Clare! Come and work with one of Ireland’s best 150 Employers! Corlann are looking for bright, ambitious individuals who have a positive attitude towards working with people with an intellectual disability and who are committed to ensuring that our persons supported lead as fulfilling and enjoyable a life as possible. Role: Social Care Worker Contracts Available: Various Permanent Full-Time & Part-Time positions available PLEASE NOTE: Positions available are for Residential Services only Location: Ennis, Co. Clare The role of a Social Care Worker Social Care Workers fulfil a key supportive and advocative role for individuals supported by the service. The Social Care Worker’s role is to support the person in all aspects of their life focusing on the individual's ability and promoting independence and development of skills. They assist in all aspects of the practical tasks associated with the daily life of the person supported either in their home or within a day service setting. The Social Care Worker will assist and support people who use the service with the development of their individual person centred plan and the achievement of associated outcomes, and critically, will support people who use the service to make informed choices and fulfil their potential. They will encourage participation in the community through inclusive and creative thinking, seek opportunities for new experiences and help individuals make their own, informed choices. **PLEASE SEE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION ATTACHED Qualifications: Some of our benefits: · Competitive Rates of Pay (€40,851 - €57,217 Pro-Rata) · 22 days Annual Leave · Defined Benefit Pension Plan · Full Training provided · Career Progression · Sick Pay Benefits · Employee Assistance Programs Corlann is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Support Assistants
The Organisation This is an incredible opportunity to work for a customer focused organisation with an excellent reputation of providing housing and support services. Triangle strives to ‘Build Better Lives’ together by building homes and providing accommodation, individualised housing and care support. We promote social inclusion, supporting people to live independently and maintain their tenancies; we also provide support systems to enable adults with a learning disability maintain meaningful employment. The Role To work with service users and staff team to deliver quality personal care and housing support services to individuals with a learning disability/challenging behaviour enabling them to lead a full and integrated life in the community in which they live. Care and support must be delivered in accordance with the organisation’s core values, customer service standards and customer service guide. The Package We have a permanent full-time Support Assistant posts based in the Ballycastle, Greenisland, Ballymena, Ballyclare and Belfast areas. We are also creating a waiting list for future opportunities in all areas. Please not that this recruitment drive is not accepting relief worker applications. This recruitment is only for full time and part time contracts Triangle Housing Association are committed to being an inclusive employer with a diverse workforce. We therefore encourage applications from people from the widest possible diversity of backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. Anticipated Interview date will be week commencing 29 and 30 June 2026
Support Worker
We are hiring a Support Worker in the Childrens Respite Service in Ennis, Co. Clare! Come and work with one of Ireland’s best 150 Employers! Corlann are looking for bright, ambitious individuals who have a positive attitude towards working with people with an intellectual disability and who are committed to ensuring that our persons supported lead as fulfilling and enjoyable a life as possible. Role: Support Worker (Childrens Respite Service) Contracts Available: Permanent Part-Time 56/78 (56 hours fortnightly) Location: Ennis, Co. Clare PLEASE NOTE: THIS ROLE ENTAILS WAKING NIGHTS AND SLEEPOVER SHIFTS The role of a Support Worker Support Workers provide a key-working caring role for a group of People Supported by the Services. They are responsible for all aspects of personal care required during the day. This includes meals, personal hygiene and other related aspects of physical well-being. Secondly, a major focus of the Support Worker role is to assist and support People Supported by the Services with the development of their Individual Plans and achievement of associated outcomes. In addition, a critical component of this role is to support People Supported by the Services in community participation and integration. **PLEASE SEE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION ATTACHED Some of our benefits: · Competitive Rates of Pay (€34,536 - €47,954 pro-rata) · 22 days Annual Leave · Defined Benefit Pension Plan · Full Training provided · Career Progression · Sick Pay Benefits · Employee Assistance Programs Corlann is an Equal Opportunities Employer
