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Please Note: Location of post There are several permanent/full-time posts available within Dublin and Midlands A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Dublin Midlands from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Informal enquiries We welcome enquiries about the roles: Contact Gary Timmons- Director of Nursing (Mental Health) 0867705570 gary.timmons@hse.ie for further information about the role. Contact Michael Buckley- Area Director of Nursing (Mental Health) 0578692928 / 044 9340191 michaeld.buckley@hse.ie for further information about the role. Contact Linda Hutton – Director of Nursing (Mental Health), Kildare West Wicklow Mental Health Services, 0872073428 linda.hutton@hse.ie for further information about the role. Contact Isobel Donnelly-Director of Nursing, CAMHS Linn Dara. 0868151098 isobel.donnelly@hse.ie for further information on the role. Contact Joe Donohoe– Director of Nursing (Mental Health), Tallaght Adult Mental Health Services, 086-0232203 , joseph.donohoe@hse.ie for further information about the role. For Recruitment Queries Contact : Paul McDonald Recruitdubmid@hse.ie Details of service HSE Dublin Midlands RHA consists of 4 Integrated Healthcare Areas Dublin South Central Mental Health Service combines the former Dublin South City Service, Dublin West South West Mental Health Service and part of the Linn Dara Child & Adolescent Mental Health Services into a new extended catchment area. The service operates a range of Community Mental Health services, as well as acute adult inpatient beds provision in both St James’s Hospital & Tallaght Hospital and is located in Integrated Health Areas 1 & 2 of the Dublin Midland Regional Health Authority. CAMHS community covers IHA areas 1, 2& 3. With inpatient unit in IHA1, soon to include the new unit in NCHI. Kildare West Wicklow Mental Health Service and the Midlands Mental Health Service are located in Integrated Health Areas 3 & 4 respectively and also offer a range of services including community-based services that are support by access to in-patient services based in Naas, Portlaoise and Mullingar. The quantum of services provided throughout the region include: Acute Mental Health Inpatient Services, Non-Acute Specialist Inpatient Services, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services, Psychiatry of Later Life Services, Psychiatric Rehabilitation and Recovery Services, Community Residential Services, Homeless Mental Health Services, Day Hospital Intervention, Day Services, Specialist outpatient and in reach teams (Liaison, Self-Harm Nursing Team) Assertive Outreach, Home Care Teams, Family Therapy, Talking Therapies and Community Mental Health Teams . The service has evolving clinical teams in the areas of ADHD, Early Intervention Psychosis and Eating Disorder in line the National Clinical Care Programmes. The mission of the Mental Health Service, operating within the RHA is to provide a specialised and comprehensive mental health service to people and their families living in the community. The service appreciates the strengths and individuality of service users and their families and aim to actively involve them in all aspects of care delivery. The focus of clinical practice - informed by the key principles of respect, inclusivity, compassion and advocacy - is to work with people and their supportive communities to enable an individual who is experiencing mental health difficulties to achieve and maintain the highest level of health and wellbeing within their community. The service is innovative and forward thinking, delivers quality care that is research driven and evidence based. Continuing Professional Development / Further Education The Mental Health Service within the Dublin Midlands RHA is committed to providing education opportunities both with the running of in-service training programs and supporting funding applications for external studies. An active clinical supervision programme is available to all staff. The service is actively promoting development of clinical specialist and advanced nursing posts based on Mental Health Policy “Sharing the Vision” and national mental health clinical programmes.
Social Care Worker
Avista is a person-centred, rights-based organisation that is dedicated to improving the lives of children and adults with disabilities. We provide a wide range of services including Day, Residential and Respite supports to both children and adults in various locations across Dublin, Limerick and North Tipperary. Avista is looking for candidates who are committed to supporting people with Intellectual Disabilities and their families, in a person-centred, community based, socially inclusive manner in accordance with our core values and ethos and underpinned by quality, best practice and research. JOB ADVERTISEMENT APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION: SOCIAL CARE WORKER – DAY SERVICE AVISTA DUBLIN 15 & DUBLIN 7 35 HRS PERMANENT PART TIME CONTRACT Salary: €41,260 – 57,789* (LSI) *Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience and pro-rated for hours of work. Ref: 100171 Essential: Please submit a Cover letter and CV as application via our website careers section at: https://www.rezoomo.com/company/avista/ Informal enquiries to: Louise Kelly, Tel: 087 203 0423 / Louise.Kelly@avistaclg.ie Closing date for receipt of applications is the 10th of July 2026. Avista reserves the right to close the competition early should a sufficient number of applications be received. “A panel may be formed from which current and future Full Time, Part Time, Permanent or Temporary vacancies across Avista may be filled.” Avista is a public body and subject to Freedom of Information and Data Protection Requests. Avista is an equal opportunities employer.
Care Assistant
Avista is a person-centred, rights-based organisation that is dedicated to improving the lives of children and adults with disabilities. We provide a wide range of services including Day, Residential and Respite supports to both children and adults in various locations across Dublin, Limerick and North Tipperary. Avista is looking for candidates who are committed to supporting people with Intellectual Disabilities and their families, in a person-centred, community based, socially inclusive manner in accordance with our core values and ethos and underpinned by quality, best practice and research. JOB ADVERTISEMENT APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION: CARE ASSISTANT – DAY SERVICES DUBLIN 15, DUBLIN 7, DUBLIN 11 AREAS PERMANENT PART-TIME CONTRACT (35 HRS PER WEEK) Salary: € 34,881 -€ 48,434 * (lsi) *Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience and pro-rated for hours of work. REF: 100165 Essential: Please submit a Cover letter and CV as application via our website careers section at: https://www.rezoomo.com/company/avista/ Informal enquiries to Karina Waters @ 01 824 5325 & @Karina.Waters@avistaclg.ie Closing date for receipt of applications: 10th of July 2026 Avista reserves the right to close the competition early should a sufficient number of applications be received. “A panel may be formed from which current and future Full Time, Part Time, Permanent or Temporary vacancies across Avista may be filled.” Avista is a public body and subject to Freedom of Information and Data Protection Requests. Avista is an equal opportunities employer.
Speech & Language Therapist Senior Grade
Would you like to work for a great employer? Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland, and is named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2025 . Enable Ireland, as an equal opportunities employer, proudly maintains a Silver Award in Diversity from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We vigorously advocate for fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement, and are dedicated to ongoing enhancement in these areas. We are currently seeking a highly-motivated Senior Speech and Language Therapist to join our team in Enable Ireland CDNT 2 & CDNT 7 Based in Tallaght & Ballyboden We are open to recruiting either: Desirable Criteria: · Post graduate training and experience in Management of FEDS Disorders · Relevant post graduate training specific to 0 – 18 years. · Experience in conducting Assessment of Need. · Relevant training and experience in the assessment and intervention of children with autism. · Experience and/or training in clinical supervision. If you believe you would fit the role then please submit your application today. Benefits As a staff member of Enable Ireland, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including: · Excellent internal and external training opportunities · Generous annual leave entitlements · Flexible Working · Long service reward scheme · Pay adjusted Maternity Leave · Pay adjusted Adoptive Leave · Pay adjusted Paternity Leave · Wellbeing benefits · Pension For a full list of our benefits & conditions, please click here: What now? To apply, please download the Job Description and Person Specification for your information and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted. Closing date for applications: Friday 10th July 2026 @ 12pm. Pevious applicants in the last 6 months needs not apply A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise during the next 12 months in the region · The post will be subject to reference checks and may be subject to Garda vetting/police clearance, as relevant. · Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted for interview. · Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants from all sections of the community. · The above information serves only as a guide to the advertised position. Enable Ireland, at its discretion, reserves the right to change this prior to appointment. · Please review Enable Ireland’s Rezoomo Privacy Policy here: https://enableireland.ie/resources/publications/rezoomo-privacy- policy · Please review the Enable Ireland’s External Data Protection Notice available at https://www.enableireland.ie/privacy-policy for details on how Enable Ireland processes applicant’s personal information. Please note if you are invited for interview, we will share your personal data with: 1) Any virtual service provider we use to host the interview; and 2) the interview panel (if applicable). Your information will be stored for this purpose in line with our retention policy
Senior Social Worker Practitioner
Avista is a progressive organisation, providing a wide range of services including Day, Residential and Respite support to both Children and Adults in various locations across 3 Regions. The organisation is looking for Candidates who are committed to supporting people with Intellectual Disabilities and their families, in a Person Centred, Community Based, socially inclusive manner in accordance with our core values and ethos and underpinned by quality, best practice and research. JOB ADVERTISEMENT APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION: SENIOR SOCIAL WORKER PRACTITIONER Blanchardstown, Dublin 15 CDNT PERMANENT FULL TIME (35HPW) Salary: €62,675-€80,716(LSI) *Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience and pro-rated for hours of work. REF: 100127 Blanchardstown Children’s Disability Network Team is an interdisciplinary team providing assessment and intervention to children and young people aged 0-18 years who have complex needs arising from a disability. The Senior Social Work Practitioner is a core member of the CDNT and is central to the promotion and delivery of frontline health and social services. As part of the CDNT the social worker provides support to the most complex families attending the service who are experiencing difficulty or distress in relation to the physical, mental and /or emotional wellbeing of family members. Much of the work is carried out with the family and systems surrounding the child including health, welfare and education services, providing a holistic approach promoting the safety and welfare of the children attending the service. The role will also include supporting families before, during and post diagnosis. Using the key principles of the Progressing Disability Services for Children and Young People programme as a model of service which is based on family centred practice and interdisciplinary team working, these teams provide therapeutic assessment and intervention to children aged between 0-18 years. The CDNT’s are charged with the delivery of an efficient and effective health and personal social service for children and young people with complex needs relating to a disability. These teams include Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Physiotherapy, Speech and Language Therapy, Social Work, Pediatrician and Nursing. Essential: · A NQSW or equivalent · 3 years post qualification experience · Be registered with the Social Workers Professional Register (CORU) and have an active CPD Portfolio · Permit to work in Republic of Ireland · Full clean driving licence and use of a car · Have experience of working with children with complex needs and their families and/or experience in working within children and family services in the community · Have experience of working in services which operate and comply with child protection procedures in line with Children First National Guidelines · Experience in supervising, mentoring and supporting staff Applicants should possess Level 2 behavioural competencies of Avista competency framework Why work with us? Please submit a Cover letter and CV as application via our website careers section at: https://www.rezoomo.com/company/avista/ Informal enquiries to Katie Collins , Children’s Disability Network Manager Email: Katie.Collins@avistaclg.ie Gareth Bailey , Head of Discipline (Social Work | Children’s Services) Email: gareth.bailey@avistaclg.ie Applications can be made to: Closing date for receipt of applications: 10th July 2026. Avista reserves the right to close the competition early should a sufficient number of applications be received. A panel may be formed from which current and future Full Time, Part-Time, Permanent or Temporary vacancies across Avista may be filled. Avista is an equal opportunities employer.
Reserve Traffic Warden
Character Candidates shall be of good character. Health Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. For the purpose of satisfying the requirement as to health, it will be necessary for each successful candidate, before he/she is appointed, to undergo at his/her expense, a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the Local Authority. On taking up employment, the expense of the medical examination will be refunded to the candidate. Education and Experience Each candidate must have a good general level of education. The Job School Wardens make a valuable contribution to the community on behalf of Dun Laoghaire County Council. The Council has 66 crossings which must be manned every day to ensure safe passage for thousands of school children to and from School. This requires excellent interpersonal and communication skills and an ability to work on your own initiative, in an independent environment and without constant supervision. PARTICULARS OF OFFICE The office is Temporary Reserve School Warden. Salary Present payment per day €45.00. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be determined from time to time. Holders of the office shall pay to Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to or received by them by virtue of their office or in respect of service which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. Rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government Policy. There is no automatic entitlement to payment for a Bank/Public Holiday to the Annual Contracts. Duties The School Warden shall perform, under the direction and control of the appropriate Supervisor/s, such duties and at such locations as may be assigned to him/her from time to time, which will include: Superannuation Persons who become pensionable officers of a Local Authority who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required, in respect of their superannuation, to contribute to the Local Authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of social insurance old age contributory pension payable at the maximum rate to a person with no adult dependant or qualified children). All persons who become pensionable officers of a Local Authority will be required, in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and Children’s Contributory Pension) Scheme, to contribute to the Local Authority at the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration in accordance with the terms of the Scheme. Residence Holders of the office shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof, as determined by Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council. Retirement Age New Entrants recruited to the Public Service on or after 1st January 2013 Pensionable public servants (new joiners) recruited to the Public Service for the first time on or after 1st January 2013 (the commencement date of the Single Scheme) will be members of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. Pension Age Minimum pension age is linked to State Pension, which is currently 66 but may be subject to change. Compulsory Retirement Age The retirement age is 70 years. In all other cases, staff recruited on or after 1st January 2013 who were employed in the Public Service on 31st December 2012, or within a period prior to 31st December 2012 not exceeding 26 weeks, will retain their existing pension scheme terms and conditions. In certain circumstances, e.g. where the public servant was on secondment or approved leave or remains on the same contract of employment, the 26-week rule does not apply. Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) It is a condition of the Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER), as set out in Department of Finance Circular 12/09, that retirees under that Scheme are debarred from applying for another position in the same employment or the same sector. Therefore, such retirees may not apply for this position. Working Hours The hours will vary depending on the nature of relief cover and will be determined by Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council. Ordinary hours are early morning and mid-afternoon. The hours of duty may vary subject to the needs of the schools. Wardens are paid a daily rate of pay for all crossings regardless of the number of crossings. The Council reserves the right to assign you to any authorized crossing point. Annual Leave Annual leave entitlement will be at 8% of the total number of days worked for each school year, payable in July of each year (subject to a maximum of 4 working weeks). Probation Where a person is appointed to Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Council’s School Warden Service, the following provisions shall apply: (a) There shall be a period after appointment takes effect during which such person shall hold the position on probation. (b) Such period shall be one year, but the Chief Executive may, at his/her discretion, extend such period. (c) Such a person shall cease to hold the position at the end of the period of probation unless, during this period, the Chief Executive has certified that the service is satisfactory. (d) The period at (a) above may be terminated on giving one week’s notice as per the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employments Acts. (e) There will be assessment(s) during the probationary period. Recruitment Selection shall be by means of a competition based on an interview conducted on behalf of Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council. Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council reserves the right to shortlist candidates in the manner it deems most appropriate. The Council will not be responsible for any expenses a candidate may incur in attending for interview. For the purposes of satisfying the requirement as to health, it will be necessary for successful candidates to undertake a medical examination (including eye test) by a qualified medical practitioner nominated by the Council. Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council shall require persons to whom appointment is offered to take up such appointments within a reasonable period of time as determined by the Council and, if they fail to take up appointment within such period, or such longer period as the Council may determine in its absolute discretion, the Council may not appoint them. Panels may be formed and the life of the panel will not be more than one year reckoned from the date of formation of this panel. Garda Vetting will be sought in accordance with the National Vetting Bureau Acts, 2012 to 2016. Closing Date The completed application form must be forwarded to Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council, Municipal Services Department, Traffic Section, County Hall, Marine Road, Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin no later than Friday, 17th July, 2026. Any claim in relation to the late receipt of application forms will not be entertained unless such claim is supported by a certificate of evidence of postage from the appropriate postal authority.
Senior Psychologist
Senior Psychologist Full time, Permanent – 35 hours per week and Part-time roles We currently have vacancies on our CRC Children’s Disability Network Teams, across all our Dublin locations. CDNT Balbriggan; CDNT Clondalkin; CDNT Clontarf; and CDNT Swords. Based in CRC Lead Agency Children’s Disability Network Team. The CRC Children’s Disability Network Teams (CDNT) will be providing intervention to children from the age of 0-18 years, presenting with complex developmental needs requiring inter-disciplinary intervention . Our services are based upon a Family Centered Practice Model in line with Progressing Disability Services. This is an exciting opportunity to work as part of a dynamic team. During 2024 the CRC has embarked on a programme of organistional transformation. Partnering with the Virginia Mason Institute world leaders in supporting healthcare organisations through continuous improvement and transformational change. We would love to hear from you if you are excited about the chance to become part of our forward-thinking children's teams and contribute to implementing lean healthcare practices. The successful candidate will have the following essential requirements: It must be clearly demonstrated in your CV and supporting statement how you meet the required skills, competencies and knowledge for the post. Department of Health Salary Scale apply, grade code 367Y (€99,488 - €116,942). Please apply through the 'Apply Now' button. Please specify the CDNT team/s you wish to join. Informal enquires to hr@crc.ie, please specify the CDNT team you are enquiring about. A panel will be created from this campaign from which current and future permanent, specified purpose, whole-time and part-time posts for CRC Children’s Disability Services will be filled. Data Protection: Please refer to crc_job_applicant_privacy_notice.pdf to learn more about how we handle your personal data and the rights that you have during the recruitment cycle. This role is subject to HSE approval. We reserve the right to close this competition early if we receive a very high volume of applications. #CRP
Breakfast Chef Assistant
Breakfast Assistant - 4* Grand Hotel, Malahide Under the management of FBD Hotels & Resorts, the 4-star Grand Hotel Malahide is currently seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Part-Time Breakfast Assistant to join our Restaurant team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role within a 3-star or 4-star hotel environment. A strong focus on guest service, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced setting are essential. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required, along with a proven ability to support, motivate, and work effectively as part of a team. Please note: This position requires early morning starts , so flexibility and reliability are essential. If you are passionate about hospitality and delivering exceptional guest experiences, we would love to hear from you. Responsibilities will include: Requirements for the role: 2 years' experience in a similar position in a 3* or 4* Hotel Ability to be in Malahide for early start Excellent communication skills Pleasant demeanour Excellent interpersonal skills Perks of joining the team: We have a very friendly and helpful team and we hope you will fit right into our family. We provide: · Excellent working conditions · Great Remuneration package · Meals on duty · Complementary Staff parking · Complementary use of the Arena Leisure Club · Staff recognition & awards · Staff events · Employee, Family and Friends discounted rates across FBD Hotels & Resorts Group · Taxsaver Scheme · Cycle to work Scheme · Cash saving scheme · FBD Insurance 15% Discount · 'Refer a friend' scheme
Slron/- / Catering Officer III
The Catering Department in SLRON is responsible for the preparation, cooking and service of food for all patients, staff, outpatients and visitors at both the main restaurant and Highfield Cafe in St. Luke’s Hospital, Rathgar. We are dedicated to achieving excellence in both food and service. We endeavour to meet all the individual needs of our customers. These may be therapeutic and involve special diets for patients. We also provide dishes to suit our multi-ethnic range of customers. The restaurant provides a full self-service menu for staff and visitors. The choice includes a wide range of food options. We have a carvery, full salad bar, healthy options, vegetarian options and also snacks. The primary role of the Catering Officer is to direct, evaluate and supervise the Catering Service within St Luke’s Hospital. The successful candidate will also be expected to implement, monitor and audit food safety standards to ensure compliance with all current legislative specifications in all areas of catering St Luke’s Hospital. There is currently a permanent, wholetime post available within St Luke's Hospital Rathgar. A panel may be formed from which current and future vacancies of full and part time nature may be filled. ______________________________________________________________________________________ Informal Enquiries can be made to: Jackie Campbell – Catering Manager SLRON email: Jackie.campbell@slh.ie ______________________________________________________________________________________ Recruitment specific queries can be directed to: Email: recruitment@Slh.ie ______________________________________________________________________________________ To be considered for this role, please complete the digital application that accompanies the campaign. Consideration should be given to the eligibility criteria and post specific requirements contained in the job specification. Please note that CV's will not be accepted. The closing date for applications is 12:00pm on Monday 13th July 2026 Late submissions will not be accepted .
Clinical Nurse Specialist Diabetes
Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Diabetes Service Job Specification and Terms and Conditions Job Title and Grade Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Diabetes Service (Specified Purpose) Grade Code 2632 Remuneration The salary scale for the post is: The salary scale for the post is (01/06/2026) €62699 - €63737 - €64615- €666048 - €67633 - €69189 - €70745 - €72497 - €74123 - €76912 €79227* LSI https://healthservice.hse.ie/documents/10077/June_2026_pay_scales.pdf Salary Scales are updated periodically and the most up to date versions can be found here: 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 SCH/048/2026 Closing Date 4pm on Friday 10th July 2026 Proposed Interview Date (s) Interviews will be held as soon as possible after the closing date. Candidates will normally be given at least 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 St. Columcille’s Hospital, Loughlinstown, Co. Dublin There is currently one whole time vacancy (specified purpose contract) in St. Columcille’s Hospital It is proposed that the panel formed from these interviews will fill any future permanent or temporary CNS Diabetes vacancies that may arise within St. Columcille’s Hospital Informal Enquiries Orla Wright Assistant Director of Nursing Practice Development Coordinator 01 211 5049 Email orla.wright@hse.ie Details of Service HSE Dublin South East HSE Dublin and South East Region provides health and social care services in Carlow, Kilkenny, South East Dublin, South Tipperary, Waterford, Wexford and East Wicklow. Community Healthcare Services are the broad range of services in a non-acute hospital Setting, delivered as close as possible to people’s homes at the right time, in the right place, by the right team. There are 70 Primary Care Centres in the Region and specialist teams working in Mental Health, Health and Wellbeing, Social Care and Disability Services. Services are provided in various settings including the service user’s own home, day hospitals, community nursing units, hostels, specialist day care centres, training centres, respite care, and residential services. The region is served by 11 hospitals and the services delivered include inpatient scheduled care, unscheduled/emergency care, maternity services, outpatient and diagnostic services. St. Columcilles Hospital is committed to providing a quality, patient focused service in a way that meets all patient needs in an equitable, efficient and safe manner. We acknowledge the contribution of each member of staff and aim to encourage and support them in their on-going professional development. The hospital has a total of 113 inpatient beds, along with specialized units, including 4 beds (in the Sunflower Suite) dedicated to the Centre of Obesity Management programme. A 7-bed Day Surgical Unit, A 9-bed Medical Assessment Unit, and A 6-bed Local Injuries Unit. Reporting Relationship The post holder will report to: Campaign Specific Selection Process Ranking/Shortlisting/ Interview A ranking and or short-listing exercise may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application form. The criteria for ranking and or short-listing are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and/or knowledge section of this job specification. Therefore it is very important that you think about your experience in light of those requirements. Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not being called forward to the next stage of the selection process. Those successful at the 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. Read more about the HSE’s commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion 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 to be followed when making an appointment. These are set out in the CPSA Code of Practice. The Code outlines the standards to 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. Read the CPSA Code of Practice . The reform programme outlined for the Health Services may impact on this role and as structures change the job description may be reviewed. This job description 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. Terms and Conditions of Employment Tenure The current vacancy available is Temporary and whole time. The post is pensionable. A 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 Appointment) Act 2004 and Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Amendment Act 2013. Working Week The standard weekly working hours of attendance for your grade are 37.5 hours per week. Your normal weekly working hours are 37.5 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. Annual Leave The annual leave associated with the post will be confirmed at job offer 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. In the HSE, all Mandated Persons under the Children First Act 2015 are appointed as Designated Officers under the Protections for Persons Reporting Child Abuse Act 1998. You should check Schedule 2 of the Children First Act 2015 to see if you are a Mandated Person, and therefore a HSE Designated Officer, and be familiar with the related roles and legal responsibilities. Visit HSE Children First for further information, guidance and resources. 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/H&S web-pages [2] See link on health and safety web-pages to latest Incident Management Policy
