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Salary: Salary Up to €40,000 depending on experience Working Hours: Full or part time Experience Level: Must have previous experience working in an opticians Come and join our accomplished team as a Dispensing Optician at Specsavers Tralee, where we are at the height of customer care. Join us and help work to ensure every single one of our customers receives the very best patient experience. We’re community-focused and we need someone ready to use their passion, skills and experience to build on our ever-growing and loyal customer base. Our Dispensing Opticians are the face of our clinic on the shop floor and usually an integral part of our store management team, so we’re keen to get you up to speed with management responsibilities. With ILM courses, pre-reg supervision and Specsavers Partnership Pathway available, we can guide you on your way to becoming a great leader. This – along with your clinical expertise – will stand you in good stead if you choose to become a store director yourself one day. We’re dedicated to our customers, but what really makes this role stand out is that we offer a workplace with a difference - where people grow both personally and professionally. What’s on offer? CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Dispensing Optician
Come and join our accomplished team as a Dispensing Optician at Specsavers Liffey Valley, where we are at the height of customer care. Join us and help work to ensure every single one of our customers receives the very best patient experience. We’re community-focused and we need someone ready to use their passion, skills and experience to build on our ever-growing and loyal customer base. Our Dispensing Opticians are the face of our clinic on the shop floor and usually an integral part of our store management team, so we’re keen to get you up to speed with management responsibilities. With ILM courses, pre-reg supervision and Specsavers Partnership Pathway available, we can guide you on your way to becoming a great leader. This – along with your clinical expertise – will stand you in good stead if you choose to become a store director yourself one day. We’re dedicated to our customers, but what really makes this role stand out is that we offer a workplace with a difference - where people grow both personally and professionally. What’s on offer? Then there’s you Alongside being a qualified and CORU-registered Dispensing Optician, we are searching for someone who shares our store’s ethos. Someone who wants to grow, develop and offer exceptional customer care along the way. We want a practitioner who prides themselves on their clinical judgment, that isn’t afraid of a hands-on approach and who is keen to get involved and build rapport with the rest of the team. In summary, we’re looking for a skilled Dispensing Optician to join us, be part of the team and assist in driving our practice forward. CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Housing Support Worker, Magherafelt Area
Job Summary Housing Support Worker Location: Housing Support for Young People in the Magherafelt area - Remote Salary: £13,224 per annum Contract: Permanent Work hours: 20 hpw - work pattern to be confirmed on appointment Please note, we do not offer sponsorship for our roles. Applicants must demonstrate they have Right to Work in UK as part of the shortlisting process Belfast Central Mission (BCM) is an award-winning leading charity with social care projects and social enterprises across Northern Ireland. With over 300 staff and volunteers delivering services across Northern Ireland to support people at their point of need. Housing Support for Young People supports young people (aged 16-25) to access and maintain accommodation in the community. Support can be provided for up to 2 years depending on the needs of the Service User What we can offer yo u 4% employer pension contribution (after 3 months of service) 21 days annual leave per annum 12 statutory days Westfield Health Level 1 - Cash back plan and additional benefit of unlimited MRI and CT scans and 1 PET scan within a 12 month period Westfield Health Rewards Learning & Development opportunities Long service annual leave increments and scheme What we need from you GCSE English or equivalent At least one year’s experience supporting groups and/or individuals either a paid or voluntary capacity. Good communication skills A full driving licence and access to a car with Business insurance as you may have to transport Service Users. NISCC registration or willing to obtain within 6 months of start date Right to Work in UK Please refer to the job description for further details. Belfast Central Mission is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Social Care Worker
We are hiring Social Care Workers in Ennis, Co. Clare! Come and work with one of Ireland’s best 150 Employers! Brothers of Charity Services Ireland 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 contracts available ranging from Permanent Part-Time 40/78 to Permanent Full-Time 78/78 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. Qualifications: View Social Care Workers approved qualifications on: https://www.coru.ie/health-and-social-care-professionals/education/approved-qualifications/social-care-workers/ **PLEASE SEE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION ATTACHED Some of our benefits: · Competitive Rates of Pay (€39,951 - €56,089 Pro-Rata) · 22 days Annual Leave · Defined Benefit Pension Plan · Full Training provided · Career Progression · Sick Pay Benefits · Employee Assistance Programs Closing Date for Applications: 3rd of August, 2025 The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer INDC
Support Worker
The following posts are available in Nova Services: 2 X Permanent Full time Support Worker (Care Assistant Grade) 2 X Permanent Full time Support Worker (Care Assistant Grade), Waking Night Cover 2 X Permanent Part time Support Worker (Care Assistant Grade), 57.5 hours per fortnight 3 X Permanent Part time Support Worker (Care Assistant Grade), 52 hours per fortnight with up to 5 sleepovers Come and work with one of Ireland’s best 150 Employers! Brothers of Charity Services Ireland 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. 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. · Competitive Rates of Pay (€33,699 - €46,984 pro-rata) · 22 days Annual Leave · Defined Benefit Pension Plan · Flexible Working Hours · Full Training provided · Full & Part-Time Work · Career Progression · Sick Pay Benefits · Employee Assistance Program The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Person In Charge
Permanent Full Time Team leader (CNM2 Grade), Cairdeas Services Location: Cairdeas Services, Waterford Come and work with one of Ireland’s best 150 Employers! Brothers of Charity Services Ireland 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. The role of a Team Leader (CNM2 Grade) The person appointed will lead a team of residential staff, in Cairdeas Services facilitating choices and delivering supports to individuals regarding their life choices within the context of a person centred plan. The successful candidate must on taking up the post of Team Leader: a) Be registered by An Board Altranais R.N.I.D is desirable b) Have at least 5 years post qualification/registration experience gained with an up-to-date knowledge of current thinking and practice in services for people with intellectual disability. c) Have adequate training and experience pertinent to people with challenging behaviour and severe to profound Intellectual Disabilities. d) Be a holder of a current Irish Driving Licence. e) Have 3 years’ experience at management level in a management or supervisory role in the area of health or social care. f) Hold a management qualification g) Working knowledge and understanding of requirements of HIQA standards. · Competitive Rates of Pay (€60,854 - €76,897 pro-rata) · Defined Benefit Pension Plan · Flexible Working Hours · Full Training provided · Full & Part-Time Work · Career Progression · Sick Pay Benefits · Employee Assistance Program The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland 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 2024 . 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: 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: Wednesday 30th July , 2025 @ 12pm. 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
P Clinical Coder
Please download and submit application form for this exciting role through the Rezoomo website (Using Google Chrome). ***CV's not accepted for this campaign*** Application Form Only For Eligibility Criteria and further information on this post, please view the attached job specification below. Grade Code: 0566 County: Ballinasloe, Co. Galway HSE Area: HSE West and North West Region Staff Category: Management/Admin Contract Type: Permanent. Internal/External: Internal Proposed Interview Dates: Interviews will be held as soon as possible after closing date. Candidates will normally be given at least one weeks' notice of interview. The timescale may be reduced in exceptional circumstances Informal Enquiries: Ms Hilda Dolan, Portiuncula University Hospital, Galway Phone: 0909648379 E-mail address: hilda.dolan@hse.ie Closing Date: 10.00am on Monday 28th July 2025. Location of Post HIPE Department, Portiuncula University Hospital. There is currently one permanent Full Time (1 WTE) 35hrs vacancy available in PUH. A panel may be created for Clinical Coder (HIPE), Grade V, Portiuncula University Hospitals, from which permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part time duration may be filled. Purpose of the Post The purpose of the post is to ensure all administrative and clinical information relevant to each inpatient and day case admission is captured, translated into medical terminology using ICD-10-AM 10th Edition, and enter codes onto HIPE Portal.
NAAS-- - Clinical Nurse Manager Surgical
Clinical Nurse Manager 1 NAAS-7-25-165 Naas General Hospital Location of Post: Naas General Hospital There is currently 1 permanent vacancy available in Naas General Hospital. A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Clinical Nurse Manager 1 (Surgical) from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Informal Enquries: Lynn Farrell, Assistant Director of Nursing, Naas General Hospital, Email: lynn.farrell@hse.ie Yvonne Doyle, Assistant Director of Nursing, Naas General Hospital, Email: Yvonne.doyle5@hse.ie HR Point of Contract: DML is committed to providing information and services which are accessible to all, if you require accessibility assistance throughout any stage of the recruitment process, please contact: Elizabeth Kidd HR Recruitment Officer Email: Elizabeth.Kidd@hse.ie Tel: 087 3379265 Purpose of Post: To be responsible for the management, care and treatment of service users, to ensure that the optimum standard of care is provided within the designated area(s) of responsibility. The primary role of the CNM 1 will be one of clinical and professional leadership and development in the nursing team, including the development of nursing staff by means of in-service training, orientation of new staff and arranging for clinical experience and supervision of student nurses where this is appropriate. Eligibility Criteria, Qualifications and / or Experience: 1. Academic / Professional Qualifications and / or Relevant Experience Are registered in the General Division of the Register of Nurses & Midwives maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann) or entitled to be so registered. And (ii)Have at least 3 years post registration experience of which 1 must be in the speciality or related area of Acute Surgical Ward And (iii) Demonstrate evidence of continuous professional development And (iv) Possess the requisite knowledge and ability including a high standard of suitability and clinical, managerial and administrative capacity to properly discharge the functions of the role. 2. Annual Registration i)Practitioners must maintain live annual registration on the relevant division of the Register of Nurses and Midwives maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann). And ii)Confirm annual registration with NMBI to the HSE by way of the annual Patient Safety Assurance Certificate (PSAC). 3.Health A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 4. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character Post Specifics: Demonstrate depth and breadth of nursing experience in Acute Surgical as relevant to the role
CHW Team Leader, Community Living
Team Leader, Mayo Community Living Job Specification & Terms and Conditions Job Title, Grade Code Team Leader, Mayo Community Living (Grade Code 3030) Remuneration The Salary scale for the post is: (as at 01/03/2025): €55,793-€56,999-€58,204-€61,418-€62,664-€63,901-€65,155 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. As per HR Circular 012/25 Please note that previous experience working in the public service counts only where the individual was employed directly by the relevant Civil Service/Public Body. It does not apply for temporary assignments with those bodies while engaged as an agency worker and employed by a private sector employment agency. Exemptions can be found at the following link. HSE Guidelines on Terms and Conditions of Employment provides additional information. https://www2.healthservice.hse.ie/organisation/national-pppgs/guidelines-on-terms-and-conditions-of-employment/ Campaign Reference CHW68TL25 Closing Date Friday 8th of August 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 specified purpose contract available in Mayo Community Living, HSE West and North West Community Services A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Team Leader, Mayo Community Living, HSE West and North West Community Services from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration for the post of Team Leader Mayo Community Living may be filled. Informal Enquiries Name: Siobhan McAndrew Job title : Director of Service, Mayo Community Living Email : Siobhan.mcandrew@hse.ie Mobile: 087 6616900 Details of Service Mayo Community Living provides services to individuals with Intellectual Disabilities in Co. Mayo. The service has been established following a service improvement plan to support individuals under a social care model. The service will be based across a number of communities across Co. Mayo supporting people in their own homes in all aspects of their life. Reporting Relationship The successful candidate will: · Report to the Area Manager · Be responsible for Social Care Workers / Nurses / Care Assistants Purpose of the Post The purpose of this role is to effectively manage services delivered to individuals in a variety of settings. To lead a team who support individuals in all aspects of their daily lives and in accordance with their evolving plans, to support them to lead a meaningful life. The post holder will be required to establish and maintain relationships with individuals with disabilities that are based on respect and equality to support people to direct their own lives. It is critical that when undertaking this work the post holder will do so in a manner that is consistent with the vision and mission of the service. Principle Duties and Responsibilities Working with Adults with Intellectual Disabilities The Team Leader will: · Work closely with and report to the Area Manager or designated manager in the administration and management of the Service. · Take on the role of Person in Charge (PIC) or Person Participating in Management (PPIM) as required · Assist the Area Manager in all aspects of ensuring that the service is compliant with National Standards and Regulations. · Support the Area Manager in ensuring that all staff are aware and adhere to the policies, procedures and guidelines of the Service. · Report immediately to the Area Manager any incidents of poor practice or any matters that are prejudicial to the welfare of the service user. · Provide supervision and support to front line staff to assist them in their caring role. · Ensure accountability in service planning and delivery. · Chair and participate in staff meetings, as directed. · Post will involve working mixed shifts from designated shifts for office duties to regular day shifts, weekends, bank holidays and night duty shifts. · Participate in all aspects relating to day to day operations of the Service in providing a 24- hour supportive service for adults with intellectual disabilities in the community in line with the service vision and mission statements. · Ensure that accurate and concise records are maintained at all times including staff mandatory training records, planned and unplanned leave, duty rosters as required within the service. · Maintain appropriate links with family members and with relevant community services (Social Workers, General Practitioners, Liaison Nurses etc.). · Assist front line staff and Area Manager and members of the multidisciplinary team in the design, implementation and evaluation of Person Centred Plans (PCPs) for people who use the service. · Link with the multidisciplinary team in relation to the safe and appropriate management of challenging behaviour of the people who use the service and assist in the development review and evaluation of all plans relating to this. · Ensure all information relating to the people who use the service, their families, staff colleagues etc. is treated in a thoroughly professional manner, in accordance with the principles of confidentiality, data protection legislation and Freedom of Information. · Provide leadership and motivation which is conducive to good staff relations and effective work performance. · Attend and participate in Case Reviews and Multidisciplinary Team meetings as required. · Co-operate with external monitoring and statutory inspections and implement their recommendations. · Prepare and assist staff in preparing risk assessments, judgements and decisions based on the needs of the client, relevant facts, observable information, the quality of that information and the likely consequences of any actions taken / decisions made. · Participate in all training programmes as directed. · Promote the rights and responsibilities of each person within the service setting e.g. following complaints procedure guidelines. · Promote physical, emotional, social, cultural, ethnic, spiritual and religious welfare of each person who uses the service. · Participate in professional supervision. · Any other duties that may be assigned by the Director of Service, , Area Manager of his/her designated officer from time to time, having regard to service needs and changes together with full co-operation with assignment in a range of settings appropriate to service needs. Risk, Health & Safety The Team Leader will: · Adhere to the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act (1989) policies and procedures and other relevant legislation. · Report any immediate concerns / incidents of questionable practice to the Manager or his / her designate. · Be familiar with Health Service Executive policies and procedures and ensure that such policies and procedures are strictly adhered to. · Be familiar with emergency procedures and know who to contact in an emergency. · Work in compliance with HIQA National Standards. · Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards. · Have a working knowledge of the Health Act 2007 (Care and support of residents in designated centres for persons (Children and Adults with Disabilities) Regulations 2013 S.I. No 367 of 2013. · As a mandated person under the Children First Act 2015 you will have a legal obligation to report child protection concerns at or above a defined threshold to TUSLA & to assist Tusla, if requested, in assessing a concern which has been the subject of a mandated report. Education, Training & Professional Development The Team Leader will: · Contribute to the development of the team in light of the purpose and function of the service. · Provide induction to new staff; guiding them on best practice in conjunction with the Area Manager / Service Manager. · Participate in regular professional supervision and the supervision of staff as required. · Participate in further training and development as required. · Engage in reflective and evidence based practice. · Keep abreast of current legislation and current professional knowledge. · Be responsible for own health and wellbeing in order to carry out the duties of the role / is committed to managing own work / life balance. Administration and Accountability The Team Leader will: · Ensure that adequate staffing levels are present at all times; ensuring that staff are deployed in the most effective manner, delegating responsibilities as appropriate. · Manage, develop and support staff, individually and as a team, including induction, probation, supervisory support and training. Ensure that handover is completed efficiently and effectively · Monitor the interactions between staff and clients and ensure that any concerns are discussed with the Area Manager and addressed accordingly. · Assist in the administration and day-to-day operation of the service; assume responsibility for various operational functions as designated from time to time by the Manager or his/her designate. · Attend team meetings and report to the Area Manager on matters affecting the delivery of service. · Be accountable for any money spent on behalf of the HSE during the course of duty. · Make written and verbal reports to the Area Manager on a regular basis on the progress of development of people who use the service. · Prepare reports for and participate in strategy meetings ensuring that all records relating to those meetings are maintained to a high standard as appropriate / required. · Assist in the preparation of policies and procedures required to ensure high standards of care and the implementation of same. · Be responsible for decision making when on shift and in the absence of the Area Manager as appropriate; which will include accepting overall responsibility for the service setting. · Provide cover for the Area Manager or his / her designate in their absence. · Work duty rosters as required, including weekends, public holidays and night duty etc. · Participate in all aspects relating to day to day operations of the service, including providing personal care and support to people who use the service as required. · Be punctual and precise in maintaining time sheets/e roster/ annual leave cards. · Participate in on call duties where it applies. · Carry out any other duties that may be assigned from time to time. · 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 Specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and/ or experience 1. Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience etc. (a) Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the campaign: (i) Hold Professional registration or be eligible for registration on Social Care Workers Register maintained by Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU. See Recognised Social Care qualifications at: https://coru.ie/health-and-social-care-professionals/education/approved-qualifications/social-care-workers/ (see Note 2** below) OR (ii) Have a Schedule 3 qualification. See list of recognised Schedule 3 qualifications at: https://coru.ie/health-and-social-care-professionals/registration/registration-requirements/approved-qualifications/schedule-3-qualifications/schedule-3-qualifications.html (see note 1&2 below*) OR (iii) Have a comparable qualification recognised by Social Care workers Registration Board at CORU OR (iv) Applicants who satisfy the conditions set out in Section 91 of the Health and Social Care Professionals Act 2005 (see note 3 below**), must submit proof of application for registration with the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU. The acceptable proof is correspondence from the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU confirming their application for registration as a Section 91 applicant Was received by 30th November 2025. OR (v) Provide proof of Statutory Registration on Social Care Workers Register maintained By the Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU before a contract of Employment can be issued AND (vi) A minimum of 3 years’ experience relevant to the role AND (b) Candidates must have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and management ability) for the proper discharge of duties of the office 2. Annual Registration (i) On appointment practitioners must maintain annual registration on the Social Care Workers Register maintained by Social Care Workers Registration Board at CORU AND (ii) Practitioners must confirm annual registration with CORU to the HSE by way of The annual Patient Safety Assurance Certificate (PSAC ) 3. Health A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of Of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as Would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 4. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character Note 1* Schedule 3 Qualifications. This is a qualification listed in Schedule 3 of the Health and Social Care Professions Act 2005 for existing practitioners under Section 91. Candidates who hold Schedule 3 qualifications can apply to register with CORU during the two year period after the register opens up to the 30th November 2025. Once the transitional period is over - 30th November 2025, only qualifications approved by the Registration Board will be considered. Note 2* If your qualifications are not listed within criterion (i) and (ii) please contact CORU socialcare.workers@coru.ie Note 3* Under the Health and Social Care Professionals Act 2005 candidates are considered Section 91 applicants if they qualified before 30th November 2023 and have been engaged in the practice of the profession in the Republic of Ireland for a minimum of 2 years(or an aggregate of 2 years fulltime), during the 5 year period prior to the Register opened on 30th November 2023. Post Specific Requirements · Demonstrate depth and breadth of experience of supporting people with disabilities to realise their potential as relevant to the role. · Demonstrate the depth and breadth of experience of leading and managing a team as relevant to the role under Health Act 2007, including any additional training and/or qualifications achieved relevant to the role. Other requirements specific to the post · As this post may involve the driving of a HSE owned vehicle the successful candidate is required to hold a full unendorsed Drivers Licence category B. · Willingness to participate in future training. Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Candidates must: Professional Knowledge / Experience · Sufficient professional knowledge to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role including but not limited to: o Awareness of policy, legislative and professional requirements to ensure an appropriate standard of service delivery (e.g. a working knowledge of the Children First Guidelines, Health Act 2007 (Care and support of residents in designated centres for persons (Children and Adults with Disabilities) Regulations 2013 S.I. No 367 of 2013, HIQA standards and requirements as related to the function of the role). o Knowledge of Person Centred Planning and working with key workers within the service in developing person centred care plans. o An understanding of the root causes of challenging behaviour and how best to respond to same. o An in-depth knowledge of life-span development. · Knowledge of risk assessment and the implementation of general risk assessments e.g. using Armidillo-S and the SSKAAT-R forensic risk assessments · An understanding of theory and practice in the delivery of care to the client group. · An understanding of therapeutic approaches relevant to the client group based on established best practice · Demonstrate knowledge or experience of Social Role Valorisation or SSDL (Supported Self Directed Living) · Demonstrate knowledge of Autistic Spectrum Disorders. · Demonstrate knowledge of Lámh training. · Demonstrate knowledge of Multi Element Behaviour Support and approaches used in the management of Challenging Behaviour. · Demonstrate knowledge and proven ability to interpret and apply legislation in the area of Disability Services. · Demonstrate knowledge of risk assessing and the implementation of general risk assessments. · Demonstrate knowledge of Medication Management. · Demonstrate experience in completion of HIQA notifications. · Demonstrate knowledge of completing incident/accident reports/investigations as per State Claims Agency requirement. · Demonstrate experience of managing aggression and potential aggression training. · Demonstrate sufficient awareness of policy, legislative and professional requirements to ensure an appropriate standard of service delivery (e.g. a working knowledge of the Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults from abuse and HIQA standards and requirements as related to the function of the role). Planning and Managing Resources · Demonstrates evidence of effective planning and organising skills including awareness of resource management and importance of value for money. · Demonstrates an ability to manage deadlines and multi-task effectively as part of daily workload management · Foresees potential problems or competing priorities and takes appropriate action to ensure service standards don’t suffer / deadlines are met · Takes responsibility for the achievement of delivery targets by regularly monitoring, recording and reporting performance statistics/information · Demonstrate an understanding of budgets and completion of all financial records in compliance with National Financial regulations. · Demonstrate behaviour support planning. · Demonstrate incident and accident reporting. · Demonstrate ability to work on own initiative. · Demonstrate flexibility and motivation. Leadership & Team management Skills · Demonstrates leadership and team management skills. · Actively promotes multidisciplinary team working · Empowers staff by appropriately delegating responsibility and authority · Adapts leadership style to suit the demands of the situation and the people involved · Motivates staff towards the provision of a quality service. · Demonstrate knowledge of Person Centred Planning and working with key workers within the service in developing person centred care plans. · Demonstrate ability and commitment to work as part of a team. · Demonstrate ability to effectively build and maintain relationships including the ability to work with multi-disciplinary team members. · Demonstrate the ability to manage a team, providing leadership and engagement opportunities. Commitment to Providing a Quality Service · Demonstrates commitment to assuring high standards and strives for a person centred service. · Recognises the service user as expert through experience and promotes the involvement of the service user in care planning, decision-making and service development as appropriate · Provides a flexible service, is adaptable and promotes innovation in approach to service user care · Demonstrate commitment to assuring high standards and strive for a person centred service. · Demonstrate initiative and innovation in identifying s for service improvement. · Demonstrate awareness and appreciation of the service user as expert through experience including promoting the involvement of the service user in care planning, decision-making and service development as appropriate. · Demonstrate a willingness to develop IT skills relevant to the role. · Demonstrate commitment to continuing professional development Problem Solving & Decision Making · Demonstrate ability to evaluate information and make effective decisions / solve problems especially with regard to service user care. · Gathers information from enough sources and other people to make well-founded decisions · Formulates, articulates and demonstrates sound reasoning / synthesises and analyses information available. · Regularly quantifies and evaluates activities against plans and takes timely action to correct potential difficulties · Makes decisions in a transparent manner by involving and empowering others where appropriate. Communication & Interpersonal Skills · Demonstrate ability to effectively influence others / negotiate with others. · Demonstrates excellent communication skills (verbal & written) including active and empathetic listening skills. · Maintains a professional relationship in all communications, treating others with dignity and respect. · Works collaboratively with the client and other relevant individuals to understand and establish expectations and desired outcomes · Demonstrate ability to effectively influence others / /negotiate with others. · Demonstrate ability to effectively build and maintain relationships including the ability to work with multi-disciplinary team members. Campaign Specific Selection Process Ranking/Shortlisting / Interview A ranking and or shortlisting exercise may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application form. The criteria for ranking and or shortlisting are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and/or knowledge section of this job specification. Therefore it is very important that you think about your experience in light of those requirements. Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not being called forward to the next stage of the selection process. Those successful at the ranking stage of this process (where applied) will be placed on an order of merit and will be called to interview in ‘bands’ depending on the service needs of the organisation. 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 Code of Practice sets out how the core principles of probity, merit, equity and fairness might be applied on a principle basis. The Code also specifies the responsibilities placed on candidates, facilities for feedback to applicants on matters relating to their application when requested, and outlines procedures in relation to requests for a review of the recruitment and selection process and review in relation to allegations of a breach of the Code of Practice. Additional information on the HSE’s review process is available in the document posted with each vacancy entitled “Code of Practice, Information for Candidates”. Codes of practice are published by the CPSA and are available on https://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/jobs in the document posted with each vacancy entitled “Code of Practice, Information for Candidates” or on https://www.cpsa.ie/ . The reform programme outlined for the Health Services may impact on this role and as structures change the Job Specification may be reviewed. This Job Specification is a guide to the general range of duties assigned to the post holder. It is intended to be neither definitive nor restrictive and is subject to periodic review with the employee concerned. Team Leader, Mayo Community Living Terms and Conditions of Employment Tenure The current vacancy available is whole-time and specified purpose contract The post is pensionable. A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Team Leader, Mayo Community Living, Community Healthcare West from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration for the post of Team Leader Mayo Community Living may be filled. Appointment as an employee of the Health Service Executive is governed by the Health Act 2004 and the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004 and Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Amendment Act 2013. Remuneration The Salary scale for the post is: (as at 01/03/2025): €55,793-€56,999-€58,204-€61,418-€62,664-€63,901-€65,155 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. As per HR Circular 012/25 Please note that previous experience working in the public service counts only where the individual was employed directly by the relevant Civil Service/Public Body. It does not apply for temporary assignments with those bodies while engaged as an agency worker and employed by a private sector employment agency. Exemptions can be found at the following link. HSE Guidelines on Terms and Conditions of Employment provides additional information. https://www2.healthservice.hse.ie/organisation/national-pppgs/guidelines-on-terms-and-conditions-of-employment/ Working Week The standard weekly working hours of attendance for your grade are 39 hours per week. Your normal weekly working hours are 39 hours. Contracted hours that are less than the standard weekly working hours for your grade will be paid pro rata to the full time equivalent. You are required to work agreed roster/on-call arrangements advised by your Reporting Manager. Your contracted hours are liable to change between the hours of 8.00am and 8.00pm over seven days to meet the requirements for extended day services in accordance with the terms of collective agreements and HSE Circulars. Annual Leave The annual leave associated with the post will be confirmed at Contracting stage. Superannuation This is a pensionable position with the HSE. The successful candidate will upon appointment become a member of the appropriate pension scheme. Pension scheme membership will be notified within the contract of employment. Members of pre-existing pension schemes who transferred to the HSE on the 01st January 2005 pursuant to Section 60 of the Health Act 2004 are entitled to superannuation benefit terms under the HSE Scheme which are no less favourable to those which they were entitled to at 31st December 2004 Age The Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act, 2018* set 70 years as the compulsory retirement age for public servants. * Public Servants not affected by this legislation: Public servants joining the public service or re-joining the public service with a 26 week break in service, between 1 April 2004 and 31 December 2012 (new entrants) have no compulsory retirement age. Public servants, joining the public service or re-joining the public service after a 26 week break, after 1 January 2013 are members of the Single Pension Scheme and have a compulsory retirement age of 70. Probation Every appointment of a person who is not already a permanent officer of the Health Service Executive or of a Local Authority shall be subject to a probationary period of 12 months as stipulated in the Department of Health Circular No.10/71. Protection of Children Guidance and Legislation The welfare and protection of children is the responsibility of all HSE staff. You must be aware of and understand your specific responsibilities under the Children First Act 2015, the Protections for Persons Reporting Child Abuse Act 1998 in accordance with Section 2, Children First National Guidance and other relevant child safeguarding legislation and policies. Some staff have additional responsibilities such as Line Managers, Designated Officers and Mandated Persons. You should check if you are a Designated Officer and / or a Mandated Person and be familiar with the related roles and legal responsibilities. For further information, guidance and resources please visit: HSE Children First webpage . Infection Control Have a working knowledge of Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc. and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. Health & Safety It is the responsibility of line managers to ensure that the management of safety, health and welfare is successfully integrated into all activities undertaken within their area of responsibility, so far as is reasonably practicable. Line managers are named and roles and responsibilities detailed in the relevant Site Specific Safety Statement (SSSS). Key responsibilities include: · Developing a SSSS for the department/service[1], as applicable, based on the identification of hazards and the assessment of risks, and reviewing/updating same on a regular basis (at least annually) and in the event of any significant change in the work activity or place of work. · Ensuring that Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) is integrated into day-to-day business, providing Systems Of Work (SOW) that are planned, organised, performed, maintained, and revised as appropriate, and ensuring that all safety related records are maintained and available for inspection. · Consulting and communicating with staff and safety representatives on OSH matters. · Ensuring a training needs assessment (TNA) is undertaken for employees, facilitating their attendance at statutory OSH training, and ensuring records are maintained for each employee. · Ensuring that all incidents occurring within the relevant department/service are appropriately managed and investigated in accordance with HSE procedures[2]. · Seeking advice from health and safety professionals through the National Health and Safety Function Helpdesk as appropriate. · Reviewing the health and safety performance of the ward/department/service and staff through, respectively, local audit and performance achievement meetings for example. Note : Detailed roles and responsibilities of Line Managers are outlined in local SSSS. [1] A template SSSS and guidelines are available on the National Health and Safety Function, here: https://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/safetywellbeing/about%20us/ 2 See link on health and safety web-pages to latest Incident Management Policy
