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We have an exciting opportunity for a Dental Nurse to be part of our family run group of Practices and to join our team in Newtownards on a part time basis. The successful applicant will work 17 hours per week from 8:00am-6:00pm on Tuesdays and 8:00am-5:00pm on Wednesdays Duties will include assisting the dentist, sterilising dental equipment, keeping the surgery clean and occasional reception duties. Promoting high standards of patient care at all times is vital. Essential Criteria:
Sales Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction is the number one priority. Interact with each customer with great pride, passion and care and inspire shoppers through knowledge and expertise. The ideal candidate will have/be: Excellent communication skills Ability to engage with and prioritise customer needs Strong attention to detail, organised and flexible Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment Customer driven Previous customer service experience is an advantage. Main duties: Actively live Centra brand-values i.e. Proud, Energetic, Imaginative and Community-Based Show a positive attitude and take responsibility for ensuring customers receive an excellent shopping experience Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and consistent with store policy Merchandise shelves, ensuring that all areas of the store are presented to the highest standard Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
Projector Worker, TSO
The TSO role has been initiated as a customised model of support for tenants of approved housing bodies, typically experiencing Mental Health difficulties, at risk of losing their tenancy. To engage people, conduct an assessment and make appropriate referrals to health and social services inclusive of Tusla where appropriate. The officer will be assigned to Tipperary/Kilkenny and will provide cover to their colleague due to training and leave. It is informed by the National and Local Housing Strategies for People with a Disability, Sharing the Vision (Dept of Health, 2020), Housing for All- A new housing plan for Ireland (Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, 2021) and the HSE’s National Recovery Framework (HSE, 2018). Funding has been sourced from the Carlow/Kilkenny HSE Mental Health Services and the Good Shepherd Centre to employ a part time support worker (19 hours per week) and a healthcare worker/cleaner (15 hours per week) through the Grant Aid process. Secure tenancies with support are recognized as the way forward for many of those with complex needs. The TSO Project now requires two officers x 39hrs per week to support tenants under the programme. The Good Shepherd Centre in conjunction with Mental Health Service Area 5 Kilkenny and in partnership with Carlow County Council/Tipperary and Kilkenny will provide TSO support and a recovery orientated tenancy sustainment programme.
Team Leader
Team Leader (Senior Workshop Supervisor/Instructor Grade) Type: Permanent, Part Time (70 hours per fortnight) Location: Clonmel, Co. Tipperary (Adult Day Service) 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 The person appointed will be responsible for leading Day Service teams in Suir Services. The person appointed should have the ability to proactively lead the team and inspire and motivate the ongoing development of effective teamwork. The team will facilitate the choices of and deliver supports to people who use services incorporating activities such as independent living skills, community integration, personal development, occupational and leisure activities within the context of the New Direction Model of Service Delivery. The post holder will be required to take an active part in ensuring that the day-to-day operations of the Service reflect the ethos and vision of the Brothers of Charity Services Ireland – South East Region and that all co-workers are meeting the needs of the people who use services therein. • Competitive Rates of Pay (€40,521 - €54,705 pro-rata) • 22 days Annual Leave • Defined Benefit Pension Plan • Flexible Working Hours • Full Training provided • Career Progression • Sick Pay Benefits • Employee Assistance Programs Please see attached job description for further details including job requirements, duties, etc. Closing Date for receipt of completed Applications Forms/CVs online is 25th February 2026. The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Clinical Nurse Manager
CORLANN LIMERICK REGION CLINICAL NURSE MANAGER 1 – Permanent Full Time contract Integrated Services Limerick Closing date for receipt of completed application forms is Wednesday 4th March 2026 Short listing of applications may apply Canvassing will disqualify Panels may be formed as a result of the interview process. Candidates who are placed on a panel will be considered for subsequent vacancies, for a period of up to one year, for this grade. These vacancies could be for part time, relief hours, fixed term or temporary positions. The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Occupational Therapist, Staff Grade
**Please ensure you download, save and read the Job Specification. ** Location of the Post: HSE Dublin & South East / FSS Bhaile Átha Cliath agus an Oirdheiscirt A panel may be created for Occupational Therapist ,Staff Grade from which current and future permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full time or part time duration may be filled. Individual site /location will be indicated at expression of interest stage to panel members for each individual job. All applicants will be given the opportunity, at the time of application, to indicate an IHA preference area. Candidates successful at interview will be placed on the regional panel in order of merit. Where vacancies arise, posts will be expressed to the panel as follows: 1. IHA Preference Area Vacancies will initially be expressed to candidates who have selected the IHA preference area in which the vacancy arises, in order of merit. 2. Regional Panel Where a vacancy remains unfilled, an expression of interest will then be issued to the full regional panel, in order of merit, regardless of IHA preference. The Occupational Therapist will be responsible for the provision of a high quality, person-centred Occupational Therapy service to a designated clinical area(s) and will carry out clinical and educational duties as assigned by the Senior Occupational Therapist / Occupational Therapist Manager. Informal Enquiries: For enquiries relating to the recruitment process: Contact HSE Dublin & South East Recruitment Team, dserecruitment@hse.ie for enquiries relating to the recruitment process.
Clinical Midwife Manager II, IT
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 Grade Code: 2132 County: Galway Hse Area: HSE West and North West Region Staff Category: Nursing & Midwifery Contract Type: Permanent , Whole time Internal/External: External 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. Anne Marie Culkin, Assistant Director of Midwifery, PUH 090 9625142 annmarie.culkin @hse.ie Ms Deirdre Naughton, Director of Midwifery, (090) 9624688 deirdrep.naughton@hse.ie Closing Date: Wednesday, 25th February 2026, @10.00 am Location of Post: Women’s and Children’s Directorate, Portiuncula University Hospital There is one permanent full time vacancy available working 37.5 hours A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Clinical Midwife Manager 2 IT from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled.. Purpose of the Post: The post of CMM 2 IT has a pivotal role in compiling, analysing and reporting data to underpin and support service planning, co-ordinating, and managing activity and resources within the Women & Children Services. · The person holding this post is required to support the principle that the care of the patient comes first at all times and will approach their work with the flexibility and enthusiasm necessary to make this principle a reality for every patient to the greatest possible degree. · Maintain throughout the hospital awareness of the primacy of the patient in relation to all hospital activities. · Performance management systems are part of role and you will be required to participate in the Group’s performance management programme. Please ensure you read the instructions for the completion of this Application Form and complete all areas, in full. Failure to complete all areas of the Application Form will result in you not being brought forward to the interview stage of the selection process. For Eligibility Criteria and further information on this post, please view the attached job specification below. Attachments See below
Chwop Orthotics And Prosthetics Service Manager
Job Title and Grade Orthotics and Prosthetics Service Manager Grade Code: 3182 Campaign Reference CHW18OP26 Applying for the job Applications must be submitted via Rezoomo only. Applications received in any other way will not be accepted. There will be no exceptions made. Renumeration The salary scale for the post at (01/02/2026) is: €90,076-€91,551-€93,023-€94,572-€96,204-€97,834-€99,140 Salary Scales are updated periodically and the most up to date versions can be found here: https://healthservice.hse.ie/staff/benefits-services/pay/pay-scales.html 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/ Closing Date Wednesday 25th of February 2026 at 12 noon. Proposed Interview Date (s) As soon as possible after the closing date. 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 Organisational Area HSE West and North West Location of Post There is currently one permanent whole-time position available for Orthotics and Prosthetics Service Manager in Galway Roscommon Integrated Health Area/Mayo Integrated Health Area. Base to be agreed with successful candidate. A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Orthotics and Prosthetics Manager for Galway/Roscommon IHA and Mayo IHA from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Informal Enquiries Maura Kelly A/ General Manager, Mayo/Roscommon Primary Care 087-9588214 maura.kelly@hse.ie To find out more about our region please visit https://careerhub.hse.ie/health_region-west-north-west/
Resuscitation Officer CNM Hrs/week
Resuscitation Officer CNM2 Part Time (18.75 hrs/Week) Job Specification & Terms and Conditions Job Title and Grade Resuscitation Officer CNM2 Part Time (0.50WTE) Campaign Reference SCH/15/2026 Closing Date Friday 20th February 2026 @ 17:00Hrs Proposed Interview Date (s) Interviews will be held as soon as possible after the closing date. This is subject to change. Candidates will normally be given at least one weeks’ notice of interview. Taking up Appointment A start date will be indicated at job offer stage. Remuneration The Salary scale for the post is: as of 01/08/2025 (Pro-rata) 61,463 62,481 63,342 64,747 66,300 67,826 69,351 71,068 72,662 75,405 77,666 LSI Location of Post St Columcille’s Hospital, Bray Road, Loughlinstown, Co DublinOspidéal Cholm Cille, Bóthar Bhré, Baile Uí Lachnáin, Co. Bhaile Átha Cliath There is currently 0.50WTE Permanent Part Time-time post available in this location. Informal Enquiries Nursing Practice Development Coordinator (Interim) 01 211 5091 Email : reena.vellakkattuthadathil@hse.ie Details of Service · Manage Resuscitation Training and activities which will, develop, implement, monitor and evaluate emergency care in all areas of the hospital; and promote an environment for professional practice and an environment of quality and safe patient care. · Provide a professional role model which is consistent with the mission, vision, values, and strategic direction of the organization. · Manage the nursing service quality assurance programmes to meet standards for quality assured and safe care · Support all staff in developing and maintaining skills and competencies in order to fulfil their roles and responsibilities in managing emergencies within their scope of practice. · Support Clinical Nurse Managers to develop their staff and the wider nursing team. · Provide a positive learning environment for all staff. · Provide leadership in the implementation of national clinical guidelines relevant to the post. Reporting Relationship The successful candidate will report to the: · Nursing Practice Development Coordinator · Director of Nursing (Professionally accountable) Purpose of the Post The purpose of the post is to 7. Confidentiality · All information concerning patients and staff must be held in the strictest confidence and may not be divulged to any unauthorized person. The above Job Description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and/ or experience Each candidate must at the latest date for receipt of completed applications: Be registered in the General Division of the live register of Nurses maintained by An Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann (Nursing Midwifery Board Ireland) And Have at least 5 years post registration experience of which 2 must be in the speciality or related area of cardiopulmonary resuscitation, ED, ICU, CCU or related area And Have the clinical, managerial and administrative capacity to properly discharge the function of the role . and Possess the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. Health A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Age No age restriction shall apply to a candidate where he/she is not classified as a new entrant (within the meaning of the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 2004). In this case the candidate must be under 65 years of age on the first day of the month in which the latest date for receiving completed application forms for the office occurs. Please note that appointment to and continuation in posts that require statutory registration is dependent upon the post holder maintaining annual registration in the relevant division of the register maintained by Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann (Nursing Midwifery Board Ireland) Post Specific Requirements • Basic life Support Providers Course. • Advanced Cardiac Life Support Providers course and/or current Paediatric Advanced Life Support Providers course. • Basic Life Support Instructors Course. • Advanced Cardiac Life Support Instructors course and/ or Paediatric Advanced Life Support Instructors course or is willing to undertake such a course Other requirements specific to the post Access to transport as this post will involve some travel Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Knowledge / Experience · Demonstrate knowledge of structures/development within the HSE both at local and national level · Demonstrate knowledge of practice development and quality improvement in public health nursing services. · Be fully conversant with the IHF/AHA guidelines for resuscitation and training. · Be fully conversant with NCG’s 1 & 6 (INEWS V2 & Sepsis Management) and the education programmes in place · Demonstrate knowledge on recent update on Sepsis guidelines-NCG 26 · Demonstrate knowledge of audit and development of action plans. · Demonstrate knowledge of other professional issues related to relevant areas of nursing. · Demonstrate an empowering style as a consultant to others, providing advice and guidance in supporting the identification, implementation and delivery of knowledge based care. · Demonstrate commitment to professional and personal self-development Planning & Organising Resources · Demonstrateevidence of management/organisational skills, including the ability to facilitate change through practice development initiatives and the ability to plan, organise, and prioritise workload appropriately, to manage deadlines, effectively handle multiple tasks, and possess the ability to use his/her own initiative. Building & Maintaining Relationships including Leadership, Managing People and Team Skills · Demonstrate ability to give and receive feedback in the conduct and application of the role, including in relation to identifying areas for improvement in practice activity, and the ability to work effectively within a team and possess the innovation and creativity to deal with challenging situations. · Demonstrate the ability to work independently and as a team member Commitment to Providing a Quality Service · Demonstrates awareness of the factors involved in creating, maintaining and promoting quality care environments. · Demonstrate a willingness to support, promote and engage in change management · Demonstrate knowledge of and/or experience of change management Evaluating Information & Judging Situations · Demonstrates evidence of research appreciation and Evidence Based Practice skills · Demonstrate ability to analyse, report on and effect change in nursing practice Communication & Interpersonal Skills · Demonstrate evidence of computer skills including Microsoft Word, excel and use of email etc · Demonstrate effective communication interpersonal skills including building and maintaining relationships with clinical and academic staff, and writing and presentation skills. 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 www.hse.ie/eng/staff/jobs in the document posted with each vacancy entitled “Code of Practice, Information for Candidates” or on www.cpsa.ie . 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. Resuscitation Officer CNM2 Part Time (18. .75 /Week) Terms and Conditions of Employment Tenure The current vacancy available is permanent and part time 18.75 hours per week The post is pensionable. A panel may be created from which specified purpose vacancies of full or part time duration 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 Appointment) Act 2004. Remuneration The Salary scale for the post is: (as at 01/08/2025) Pro-rata 61,463 62,481 63,342 64,747 66,300 67,826 69,351 71,068 72,662 75,405 77,666 LSI Working Week The standard working week applying to the post is to be confirmed at Job Offer stage. HSE Circular 003-2009 “Matching Working Patterns to Service Needs (Extended Working Day / Week Arrangements); Framework for Implementation of Clause 30.4 of Towards 2016” applies. Under the terms of this circular, all new entrants and staff appointed to promotional posts from Dec 16th 2008 will be required to work agreed roster / on call arrangements as advised by their line manager. Contracted hours of work are liable to change between the hours of 8am-8pm over seven days to meet the requirements for extended day services in accordance with the terms of the Framework Agreement (Implementation of Clause 30.4 of Towards 2016). 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 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 Persons Reporting Child Abuse Act 1998 As this post is one of those designated under the Protection of Persons Reporting Child Abuse Act 1998, appointment to this post appoints one as a designated officer in accordance with Section 2 of the Act. You will remain a designated officer for the duration of your appointment to your current post or for the duration of your appointment to such other post as is included in the categories specified in the Ministerial Direction. You will receive full information on your responsibilities under the Act on appointment. 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.
Social Worker, Senior Medical
Social Worker, Senior Medical Job Specification & Terms and Conditions Job Title and Grade Social Worker, Senior Medical (Grade Code: 3019) Campaign Reference SCH/013/2026 Remuneration The salary scale for these posts is (as at 01/08/2025) €70,980 €73,003 €75,030 €77,053 €79,077 €81,099 €81,874 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. Closing Date Wednesday 25th February 2026 @ 17:00 hrs Proposed Interview Date (s) To Be Confirmed. A start date will be agreed at job offer stage. Taking up Appointment A start date will be indicated at job offer stage. Location of Post Ospidéal Cholm Cille, Bóthar Bhré, Baile Uí Lachnáin, Co. Bhaile Átha Cliath D18 V9K1 St. Columcille's Hospital, Bray Road, Loughlinstown, Co. Dublin D18 V9K1 There is currently Two permanent, whole-time post available. The successful candidates may be required to work in any service area within the vicinity as the need arises. A panel may be created for Senior Medical Social Worker Department, St Columcille’s Hospital from which permanent or temporary vacancies of full- or part-time duration may be filled. Informal Enquiries Name: Suzanne Kirk, HR Manager, St Columcille’s Hospital Email: suzanne.kirk@hse.ie Details of Service · The person appointed to this post will work within the Medical Social Work Department as part of the multi-disciplinary team delivering an integrated and coordinated programme of care to patients and families. · He / she will form part of the front-line multi-disciplinary team. · He / She will join the Medical Social Work Team in St Columcille’s Reporting Relationship · The Senior MSW’s professional reporting relationship for clinical governance and clinical supervision will be to the Principal Social Worker. Purpose of the Post · To provide a quality Social Work service to St Columille’s Hospital patients and families · The post holder will provide a service to patients and families as directed by the Principal Social Worker · To work as part of the multi-disciplinary team and with the Principal SW to develop the role of social work and meet the objectives of the service and the organisation as a whole. · To contribute to research and development in the field of social work with clients in collaboration with the MDT and the Principal social worker. · To undertake direct work with patients and their families. Providing emotional support and expert social work interventions. · To provide family support and interventions · To act as an advocate with community and state services. Principal Duties and Responsibilities Professional / Clinical · Provide a comprehensive social work service to patients and their families. · Be responsible for the delivery of social work services appropriate to the post in line with best practice guidelines. · Provide assessment and intervention as appropriate. · Take direct responsibility for a defined caseload. · Provide family based interventions when appropriate. · Deliver a high quality service in an effective and resource efficient manner. · Attend and participate in meetings, case discussions and case conferences as requested. · Facilitate groups and projects in accordance with service need. · Ensure clinical records are properly and accurately maintained and that appropriate statistical information is available as required. · Participate in research and cooperate with internal and external audit and evaluation of the service as required. · Ensure the promotion of the social model of care. · Provide professional supervision to other social work staff as appropriate. · Ensure principals of service user involvement are adhered to in all aspects of practice. · Develop good working relationships with other members of the multi-disciplinary team, specialist services, community and voluntary organisations to provide integrated quality care to service users. · Promote integrated models of service delivery between relevant stakeholders. · Ensure anti-discriminatory practice and cultural competence. · Contribute to the overall development of the social work service so as to meet current and emerging trends and unmet needs. · Provide professional leadership at meetings, committees and/or other fora as required. · Chair and participate in case conferences with the appropriate staff when the need arises. · Seek advice and assistance from the Prinicpal Social Worker and / or Clinical Lead with any assigned cases or issues that prove to be beyond the scope of their professional competence · Be professionally responsible for all aspects of the post holders own work. · Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the Principal Social Worker · Deputise for the Principal Social Worker as appropriate. Education & Training · Maintain standards of practice and levels of professional knowledge by participating in continuous professional development initiatives and attendance at courses as appropriate. · Participate in mandatory and recommended training programmes. · Engage in career and professional development planning. · Act as a resource by participating in the education and training of social work colleagues and other health professionals as required. · Manage, participate and play a key roe in the practice education of student social workers and promote and engage in the teaching / training / support of others as appropriate. · Avail of supervision with the Principal Social Worker · Engage in planning and performance reviews as appropriate with Principal Social Worker Health & Safety · Participate and cooperate with legislative, regulatory and policy requirements with regard to quality, risk and safety. · Contribute to the development of policies, procedures, guidelines and safe professional practice as required. · Initiate, support and implement quality improvement initiatives as required. · 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. · Support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. Management · Take responsibility for student social work training within the service. · Provide line management supervision to assigned staff · Be responsible for the co-ordination and delivery of the MSW service within the Weight Management service in conjunction with the Prinicpal Social Worker · Act as a representative of the social work profession as required. · Take responsibility for the supervision and line management of professionally qualified social workers if required. · Assist the Principal Social Worker in team support, supervision and development as required. 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 Candidates must at the latest date of application: 1. Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc. (i) Must be registered in the Social Workers Register maintained by the Social Workers Registration Board at CORU And (ii) Maintain live annual registration on the Social Workers Register maintained by the Social Workers Registration Board at CORU And (iii) Have 3 years relevant post-qualification experience. And (iv) Must have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability, professional and managerial ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. 2. Age Age restriction shall only apply to a candidate where s/he is not classified as a new entrant (within the meaning of the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 2004). A candidate who is not classified as a new entrant must be under 65 years of age on the first day of the month in which the latest date for receiving completed application forms for the office occurs. 3. Health Candidates 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 Candidates for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Post Specific Requirements · Knowledge and understanding of complex needs of the client group. · Understanding of mental health as it relates to this client group including the ability to identify and assess risk · Familiarity of conditions associated with this client goup · Understanding of the role of MSW in behaviour management · Knowledge and experience in counselling and advocacy as related to the role. · Knowledge of the social issues most common to the client group and the role of MSW within this. Other requirements specific to the post Access to appropriate transport to fulfil the requirements of the role. Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Candidates must: · Demonstrate sufficient clinical and professional knowledge to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role. · Demonstrate an ability to apply knowledge to best practice · Demonstrate the capacity to manage, plan and deliver interventions in an effective and resourceful manner within a model of person-centred care. · Demonstrate a willingness to develop suitable special interests. · Demonstrate initiative and innovation in identifying areas for service improvement · Demonstrate the ability to manage and develop self and others in a busy working environment. · Demonstrate the ability to engage in supervision and reflective practice. · Demonstrate effective supervision skills · Demonstrate strong leadership and team skills · Demonstrate a commitment to delivering a quality ,user-centred service · Display awareness and appreciation of the service user as expert through experience including promoting the role of service user in care planning and decision-making and service development. · Demonstrate the ability to empathise with and treat others with dignity and respect · Display effective interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills including skills in multi-disciplinary working and the ability to collaborate with colleagues, families, etc. · Demonstrate the ability to evaluate information, make effective decisions and solve problems. · Demonstrate a high standard of IT skills relevant to the role · Demonstrate commitment to continuing professional development. 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 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 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. Social Worker, Senior Medical Terms and Conditions of Employment Tenure The current vacany available 2 Permanent and whole-time. These posts are 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. Remuneration The salary scale for these posts is (as at 01/08/2025) €70,980 €73,003 €75,030 €77,053 €79,077 €81,099 €81,874 New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies. Working Week The standard working week applying to these posts is to be confirmed at job offer stage. HSE Circular 003-2009 “Matching Working Patterns to Service Needs (Extended Working Day / Week Arrangements); Framework for Implementation of Clause 30.4 of Towards 2016” applies. Under the terms of this circular, all new entrants and staff appointed to promotional posts from Dec 16th 2008 will be required to work agreed roster / on call arrangements as advised by their line manager. Contracted hours of work are liable to change between the hours of 8am-8pm over seven days to meet the requirements for extended day services in accordance with the terms of the Framework Agreement (Implementation of Clause 30.4 of Towards 2016). Annual Leave The annual leave associated with these posts will be confirmed at job offer stage. Superannuation These are pensionable positions 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. 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. 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. 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. All Mandated Persons under the Children First Act 2015, within the HSE, are appointed as Designated Officers under the Protections for Persons Reporting Child Abuse Act, 1998. Mandated Persons such as line managers, doctors, nurses, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, social workers, social care workers, and emergency technicians have additional responsibilities. You should check if you are a Mandated Person and be familiar with the related roles and legal responsibilities. 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. Ethics in Public Office 1995 and 2001 Positions remunerated at or above the minimum point of the Grade VIII salary scale (€ 65,812 as at 01.04.2017) Positions remunerated at or above the minimum point of the Grade VIII salary scale (€ 64,812 as at 01.01.2010) are designated positions under Section 18 of the Ethics in Public Office Act 1995. Any person appointed to a designated position must comply with the requirements of the Ethics in Public Office Acts 1995 and 2001 as outlined below; A) In accordance with Section 18 of the Ethics in Public Office Act 1995, a person holding such a post is required to prepare and furnish an annual statement of any interests which could materially influence the performance of the official functions of the post. This annual statement of interest should be submitted to the Chief Executive Officer not later than 31st January in the following year. B) In addition to the annual statement, a person holding such a post is required, whenever they are performing a function as an employee of the HSE and have actual knowledge, or a connected person, has a material interest in a matter to which the function relates, provide at the time a statement of the facts of that interest. A person holding such a post should provide such statement to the Chief Executive Officer. The function in question cannot be performed unless there are compelling reasons to do so and, if this is the case, those compelling reasons must be stated in writing and must be provided to the Chief Executive Officer. C) A person holding such a post is required under the Ethics in Public Office Acts 1995 and 2001 to act in accordance with any guidelines or advice published or given by the Standards in Public Office Commission. Guidelines for public servants on compliance with the provisions of the Ethics in Public Office Acts 1995 and 2001 are available on the Standards Commission’s website http://www.sipo.gov.ie/ [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
