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Main Purpose of Job: We are currently recruiting for a Receptionist to join Hyundai Galway team within Connolly Motor Group. The successful candidate will be required to work 9am-4pm on Saturdays and annual leave cover for Full-Time Receptionist in Galway team, Ballybrit. The role: The successful candidate will be required to work as part of the team, to continuously deliver the highest level of satisfaction to internal and external customers. This will require you to be the face of the Group, welcoming customers, suppliers and visitors to our showroom. The role involves working closely with the Sales, Services and Parts teams. Role Responsibilities:
Temporary Events Assistant
QUALIFICATIONS 1. Character Each candidate must be of good character. 2. Health Each candidate must be in a state of health as would enable him / her to render regular and efficient service. The County Council reserves the right to refer the successful candidate to its medical examiner at any stage. 3. Education / Experience Each candidate should have: Essential Education / Experience • Satisfactory experience in a customer service and cash handling role. • The ability and confidence to provide on-site orientation information to visitors and engage with visitors. • The capacity to interact effectively and in a friendly professional manner with people from a broad range of sectors and groups. • Fluency in English. • The capacity to work on own initiative and to contribute well in a team-based environment. • Knowledge and awareness of Health and Safety matters as pertaining to the post. Desirable Education / Experience • Experience working / volunteering at arts / community events is desirable. • Good conversational skills. • Fluency in additional languages. • Experience in a bar environment & co-ordinating receptions for up to 200 people for both in-house, public, corporate and private events. 4. Citizenship Each candidate must, by the date of any job offer, be: a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa; or f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa Key Job Responsibilities – Roscommon Arts Centre • Customer Services: Ensuring a warm welcome and providing on-site orientation information to all visitors and assisting groups to visit, experience and exit the Arts Centre. Delivering an excellent standard of customer service is an integral part of the role. • Customer Supervision: Observing and enforcing all Arts Centre policies in relation to Health and Safety, admittance of latecomers, cash handling, serving of alcohol, smoking, use of photography, seating arrangements and any other policies in place to assist in the safe and efficient operations of the Centre. • Reception / ticketing / booking: Front of house duties involving till operations, cash handling, fielding queries, dealing with customer enquiries, etc. • Cash handling: Observing and adhering to any financial procedures in place, including operating the till, cash handling, counting floats, receipting, recording, ordering change in accordance with procedures and as required by management. • Promotion: Promoting forthcoming events at Roscommon Arts Centre via publicity material and the centre’s seasonal events brochure and assisting with publicity drives through distribution of posters, fliers and brochures locally and packaging of mail shots on a regular basis. • Performance Evenings: Setting up front-of-house areas pre-performance, ensuring that all areas are clean and tidy and ushering patrons to their seats. Liaising with the Technical Manager in relation to start times, running times and durations of performances and responding to the needs of performers as directed by the Technical Manager. • Bar: Setting up bar for service, operating the bar facility on performance evenings / days and assisting in the general maintenance of bar operations including bottling up, replenishing of stock, rotating of stock, stock ordering, stock taking and cleaning of the bar facility. • Green Room: Maintaining the Green Room facility – setting up welcome trays, tidying of the space during the evening and replenishing stocks if and when necessary. • Evacuation Procedures: Assisting in the Centre’s evacuation procedures in the case of emergencies. • Flexibility: The successful candidate must have a flexible approach to work and be adaptable to carry out any other duties from time to time as might be reasonably assigned by management in relation to the employment as an Events Assistant. Successful candidates may be required to participate in training programmes relevant to the skills necessary for the performance of the duties attaching to the post. The above duties outline the main functions and responsibilities of the post of Part-Time Events Assistant in Roscommon Arts Centre and may be subject to review in the future. PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYMENT 1. The post is part time and pensionable. A panel will be formed from which permanent and temporary vacancies may be filled. Vacancies will be offered in order of merit as per the panel. 2. Probation Where persons who are not already permanent employees of a local authority are appointed, the following provisions shall apply: (a) There shall be a period after such appointments take effect during which such persons shall hold such position on probation. (b) Such period shall be one year but the Chief Executive may at his or her discretion extend such period. (c) Such persons shall cease to hold such position at the end of the period of probation unless during such period the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory. 3. Salary €17.31 – €26.79 (LSI 1) per hour. Holders of the post will be paid at the appropriate point on the salary scale in accordance with the relevant Department Circular. The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. The holder of the post shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to and received by them by virtue of their post or in respect of services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. In accordance with EL02 / 2011 persons who are not serving Local Authority employees must be placed on the minimum of the scale. The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with government policy. 4. Garda Vetting / Child Protection Successful candidates will be subject to the Garda Vetting Procedures and will be required to complete Appendix V of the County Council’s Child Protection Policy. 5. Health For the purpose of satisfying the requirements as to health it will be necessary for successful candidates, before they are appointed, to undergo at their expense a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the local authority. On taking up appointment the expense of the medical examination will be refunded to candidates. 6. Residence / Place of Work The holder of the office shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof and will be based at Roscommon Arts Centre. 7. Hours of Work Minimum number of hours per week will be as follows: Roscommon Arts Centre – 3 hours per week. Hours of work will be determined at the discretion of the relevant Line Manager. Rotas will be communicated in advance where possible, indicating times of work. The post will involve both evening and weekend work and some public holidays. 8. Flexibility Applicants must be flexible with both their time and approach to work and be comfortable carrying out a variety of tasks including covering for the reception area and other staff, as required. 9. Reporting The Part-Time Events Assistant will report directly to the relevant Line Manager. In the absence of the Line Manager, the Part-Time Events Assistant will report to the most senior member of the full time staff on duty. 10. Holiday Entitlements Annual leave will be granted in accordance with the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997. 11. Superannuation Candidates will be informed of their superannuation position at the time an offer of appointment is being made. 12. Dress Code Part-Time Events Assistants are required to wear black trousers (no jeans) and a black shirt. No open toe shoes. Neat dress is essential. 13. Recruitment The Selection Process may include the following: • Short-listing of candidates on the basis of the information contained in their application; • Any tests / exercises that are deemed appropriate; • Preliminary interview; • Final interview; Please note that Roscommon County Council reserves the right to hold any part of the selection process by way of remote / video-call platform or other appropriate methodology and that interviews may be held via MS Teams. A panel may be formed on the basis of such interviews. Candidates whose names are on a panel and who satisfy the local authority that they possess the qualifications declared for the post at the closing date of the competition and that they are otherwise suitable for employment may be appointed to this post.
Cleaner
Job Summary This position is for a Cleaner, reporting to the centre coordinator, or a designated supervisor. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring that the centre environment is clean, safe, and well maintained for all learners, staff, and visitors. Flexibility is essential, as duties may vary depending on the needs of the centre. Key Responsibilities The Cleaner will be expected to carry out a range of cleaning tasks and respond promptly to any issues that may arise during the working day. Duties include the following: ▪ Internal cleaning of the centre to a standard suitable for occupation by staff and learners ▪ Sweeping, hoovering and dusting ▪ Washing and cleaning of glass, furniture and floors as required ▪ Cleaning of wash basins and sinks ▪ Washing and drying of dishes in the kitchen area ▪ Cleaning, washing, and disinfecting all toilets as required ▪ Emptying of bins ▪ Reporting any health hazards or damage to school property or equipment in need of repair ▪ Setting the alarm code when leaving the building ▪ Adhering to the School Safety Statement ▪ Performing other duties as may be required and carrying out instructions given from time to time by the Supervisor, or other responsible officer ▪ Attending and providing cleaning support for special functions that may arise from time to time outside normal working hours This job description offers a broad outline of the role’s key duties and is designed to be flexible and adaptable. It will be reviewed periodically to ensure it remains aligned with organisational needs. Essential Requirements The following outlines the essential qualifications, skills, and competencies required for candidates applying for the Cleaner position. These criteria are designed to ensure that applicants possess the necessary foundation to excel in the role and contribute effectively to the organisation’s goals. ▪ Be capable and competent of fulfilling the role to a high standard Desirable Requirements The following outlines the desirable requirements for candidates applying for the Cleaner position and may be used to facilitate shortlisting should there be a high volume of applicants: ▪ Have previous cleaning work experience ▪ Have a clear understanding and knowledge of Health & Safety procedures, particularly in relation to cleaning duties and maintaining a safe environment Person Specification ▪ Proven experience / ability to undertake cleaning duties ▪ Punctual, reliable and trustworthy ▪ Ability to work effectively and supportively as a member of the team ▪ Good interpersonal and communication skills ▪ Ability to act on own initiative, dealing with any unexpected problems that arise ▪ Good organisational and time management skills ▪ Flexible with the ability to deal with unexpected events and changing work activities ▪ Willingness to work flexibly and outside normal hours as required ▪ Willingness to undertake further training and development as required ▪ The successful candidate will also be patient, kind, generous and enjoy working as part of a large staff team with the best interests of learners, staff and visitors at heart Eligibility to Apply Candidates must, by the date of job offer, be: ▪ A citizen of the European Economic Area. The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or ▪ A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or ▪ A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or ▪ A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or ▪ A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa; or ▪ A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa
Cleaner
Responsibilities for Cleaning Attendant To work in a manner that is safe to themselves and others and to wear protective clothing when necessary; To be familiar with fire drills / evacuation procedures and to be able to identify and use the correct fire extinguishers; To report immediately any injury, no matter how minor; To observe high standards of cleanliness and hygiene; To clean rooms / areas of the office assigned; To attend to spillages immediately; To barricade areas of spillages until they are completely dry; To keep all bins empty and clean and to dispose of rubbish as soon as possible to avoid build up; In disposing of rubbish to observe and follow Waste Provider guidelines regarding recycling; To avoid leaving trailing cables. If this is necessary, use notice to the effect that cleaning is in progress; To ensure that all mats and carpets are properly laid and uncrumpled; To report any defective machinery or equipment; Duties may include: 13. To clean staff lunch area, including using the dishwasher to clean all cups, plates and cutlery; 14. To ensure that toilets are clean and stocked with tissue, soap and towels; Duties may at times vary from the prescribed Cleaning Schedule.
Outdoor ETC Seasonal Instructors
OUTDOOR ACTIVITY INSTRUCTORS in the following activity areas: Surfing, Kayaking/Canoeing, Windsurfing, Sailing, Hillwalking, Rock Climbing, Orienteering, Geography/ Ecology/ Field Studies, Coasteering, Archery Stand up Paddleboarding Driving Licence desirable but not essential. ESSENTIAL : The Leaving Certificate or equivalent will be the minimum requirement, Two National Governing Body Instructor qualifications and evidence of current membership of relevant National Governing Bodies, Current Rescue and Emergency Care Certificate (Level III), Current Beach Lifeguard or Beach Safety Award essential for Surf Level 1 Award. DESIRABLE: Knowledge of Geography/Ecology field techniques A working knowledge of the Irish language.
Retained Firefighter
QUALIFICATIONS 1. Character Each candidate must be of good character and the successful applicant may be subject to Garda Vetting prior to any appointment being confirmed. 2. Age Each candidate must be at least 18 years of age on 1st February, 2026. Retirement age for Retained Fire-fighters is 55 years of age (up to 62 years of age subject to conditions). 3. Health Each candidate must be free from any defects which would render that person unsuitable to perform the duties of the post and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. For the purpose of satisfying this requirement, it will be necessary to undergo, at the candidate’s own expense, an initial medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by Cork County Council. Note the requirement to complete and pass the Chester Step Test detailed below. On taking up appointment, the expense of the medical examination will be refunded to the candidate. Retained Fire-fighters will be required to undergo regular and ad-hoc medical examinations at any time. Given the strenuous nature of fire-fighting duties, the medical examination will be of a very thorough nature. Please note that the following disabilities will render an applicant unsuitable for fire-fighting duties and will lead to disqualification at the examination. history of epilepsy alcohol or drug dependency obesity chronic bronchitis or asthma or other disabling disease of the lungs organic disease of the cardiovascular system diabetes mellitus unaided vision less than 6/12 in either eye inability to hear a forced whisper or conversational voice separately in either ear at 20 feet evidence of labyrinthine disturbance a history of vertigo or an illness which would affect sense of balance history of mental instability Please note that it is recommended that Retained Fire-fighters be vaccinated against the Hepatitis B Virus and in this connection the vaccine will be made available free of charge to successful candidates. Fitness Test Part of the pre-employment medical examination includes completing the fitness test. Candidates successful at interview must successfully complete the fitness test prior to employment being offered. The fitness test at the recruit medical is the Chester Step Test. The Chester Step Test measures aerobic capacity and fitness and entails a moderately vigorous level of physical activity. The level of fitness needed to pass this test requires regular exercise and the test pass level is difficult to achieve if the candidate does not already have a good level of physical fitness prior to the test. Medical examiners’ advice is that fitness needed for this test does not come overnight; realistically it takes at least a few weeks and often longer to appreciably improve your fitness level. Candidates who fail the initial Chester Step Test will be offered one further fitness test only. This may be a Chester Step Test or a Shuttle Run test, as determined by Cork County Council. No further retests will be offered. 4. Residence / Availability Only applicants from competent persons who reside and work within 2 miles of the fire station of the relevant unit and whose ordinary activity does not take them away from the town in which a brigade is located will be considered. On receipt of a fire or other emergency call you should be in attendance at the station within five minutes. Unemployed persons are not precluded from applying, provided that they satisfy the residence and availability requirements. 5. Licence Each applicant must hold a full current Category “B” European Community Model Driving Licence free from endorsement. 6. Garda Vetting Candidates successful at interview will be required to undergo Garda Vetting, which will be directly arranged by Cork County Council. PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYMENT The employment is part-time. Panels may be used to fill permanent and temporary vacancies. New entrant retained fire-fighters who commence on or after 1 January 2013 will be members of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (SPSPS), as established by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and Other Provisions) Act 2012. The Single Scheme does not provide for a Retained Fire-fighters Gratuity. New entrants will pay superannuation contributions each quarter, with SPSPS pension lump sum and pension payable on retirement, subject to certain conditions. Retained Fire-fighters must retire (on their birthday) upon reaching the age-limit for the employment (currently 55 years of age and up to 62 subject to conditions). A successful candidate will only be offered employment on a probationary basis as a Retained Fire-fighter subject to satisfactory completion of the following courses: (a) Firefighting Skills Course This course is a full-time, three-week course, which will be held in Ireland and will involve staying away from home on a Monday to Friday basis for the three weeks. (b) Breathing Apparatus Course This course is of a full-time nature, of two weeks’ duration, and is held outside the county. (c) Compartment Fire Behaviour Training Course This course is of one week’s duration, normally held outside of the county. (d) Occupational First Aid Course This course is of a full-time nature, normally three days’ duration, and is held within the county. (e) Class C HGV driving licence N.B. The above does not preclude the Council from offering temporary employment but failure to complete either of the above courses satisfactorily will result in termination of employment. Subject to compliance with the conditions of item 4 (immediate preceding), the employment is subject to a probationary period of one year and will be terminable by the giving of one week’s notice by either side during that period. After the employment has been confirmed, it will be terminable at any stage on the giving of the required notice by either side under the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Act, 1973, or without notice in circumstances justifying immediate dismissal. Please note that due to the requirement for fire-fighters to wear Breathing Apparatus, all facial growth below the line of the upper lip must be removed, i.e. beards, etc. Retained Fire-fighters must be prepared to attend other courses which may be held in Ireland or the UK. 8. Availability Based on an annual 52 weeks, excluding 4 weeks’ annual leave, Retained Fire-fighters will be required to be available and attend alerts 24 weeks in the year on a week-on / week-off basis. Across the 24 weeks where a Retained Fire-fighter is rostered off, they can, if they so wish, attend incidents. In the event of occasional unavoidable absence of one rostered member for part of his / her week, it is the responsibility of the rostered member to arrange cover for the period of his / her absence with an available (off duty) member. This agreement has to be notified to and agreed with by the Station Officer or Sub-Station Officer in advance. This is to guarantee that the Station Officer is in a position to ensure that the minimum manning levels for each station are met before any cover arrangement can be approved. Retained Fire-fighters must normally reside and work in the town where the brigade is located and in such proximity to the Fire Station which will allow him / her to respond within the turnout time set by the Chief Fire Officer (current requirement is a target timeframe of five minutes for the first appliance to leave the station). It is necessary that he / she be released from his / her normal employment on the occasions that attendance at incidents demands such release. Changes of residence or workplace must be notified in writing to the Chief Fire Officer. Failure to do so may result in termination of employment as a Firefighter. Any change of residence or place of work that puts the Firefighter at a distance or turnout times more than that permitted by the Chief Fire Officer from the Fire Station or to a location unacceptable to the Chief Fire Officer will result in termination of employment as a Firefighter. The Council may at its discretion, prior to employing any qualified candidate, seek appropriate evidence as to the availability of such person to fulfil the duties of this position. 9. Annual Leave Four weeks’ annual leave per annum in addition to the annual payment of the retainer. Furthermore, payment for annual leave is confirmed as being 8% of earnings. These earnings will be calculated on the basis of the previous year’s earnings excluding the retainer, clothing allowance and payment for annual leave and public holiday leave in the previous year. The payment for annual leave will be made when employees take annual leave as part of the fortnightly pay cycle. 10. Discipline and Control Members of brigades shall be subject to such rules and regulations as may be issued from time to time. It should be particularly noted that Retained Fire-fighters must, in the matter of drills, attendance at fires or in other emergencies, comply strictly with the orders and discretion of the Station Officer, or in his absence, such other Brigade Member as may be in charge. Any Retained Fire-fighter guilty of infringement of this regulation will be dismissed. Generally, members of all brigades will be under the general control and supervision of the Chief Fire Officer, Senior Assistant Chief Fire Officer, Senior Executive Fire Officer, Assistant Chief Fire Officer, Assistant Fire Officer or other appropriate officer as the case may be. While on duty, Retained Fire-fighters shall use the clothing and personal equipment provided by the Council and same shall be left in the Station immediately after the cessation of duty. Retained Fire-fighters may not use such clothing and equipment save while on duty. Retained Fire-fighters must comply fully with safety policy and directives in force from time to time. 11. Rostering Rostering of Retained Fire-fighters will take place at the Council’s discretion.
Day Activities Facilitators
1. Tenure of Employment This is a permanent part-time post working 70 hours per fortnight. Compulsory retirement age is 70 years. 2. Qualifications and Experience The successful candidate must: • Have a third level qualification relevant to the provision of service to individuals with intellectual disabilities or, at a minimum, a QQI Level 5 major award • Experience of working with people with intellectual disabilities • Have excellent communication skills • Have the ability to listen and respond to the needs of people who use the services • Have the ability to be innovative and creative and work on one’s own initiative • Have the ability to follow all plans for people supported • Be computer literate • Possess a full clean manual Category B driving licence • Have knowledge/awareness of supporting people with autism and other disabilities • Experience of working as a member of a team is essential 3. Remuneration Salary Scale (pro rata) Supervisor/Instructor Grade: €35,432; €37,598; €38,402; €39,571; €40,588; €41,468; €42,735; €44,049; €45,412; €46,823; €48,285; €49,800; €51,373 Successful candidates are required to submit all documentary evidence outlining any relevant experience within 3 months of starting date. Failure to do so will mean that any incremental credit due will be paid from date of submission of documents. All new entrants to the Public Service will start at the first point of this scale. 4. Working Hours The normal working fortnight will be 70 hours per fortnight. However, flexible hours, including weekends, evenings, nights and sleepovers, may be required. Starting and finishing times will be notified to and agreed with the appointee from time to time by the Team Leader/Services Manager. The Brothers of Charity Services model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures, requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide a quality service delivery for each individual. 5. Health The successful candidate must be free from any defect or disease which would render him/her unsuitable to hold the appointment and must be in a state of health as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. To satisfy this qualification, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a medical examination by the Occupational Health Nurse/Physician. 6. Duties The general duties of the appointment are as described in the attached Job Description. 7. Selection Process A short list of candidates to attend before the Selection Board will be prepared by the Selection Board from an examination of statements of qualifications furnished by the candidates. 8. Training The Line Manager will notify the successful candidate of the mandatory/compulsory courses/training which employees are obliged to attend. Mandatory training, for example manual handling and health and safety courses, forms part of the conditions of employment along with the Organisation’s statutory obligation. 9. Note re Canvassing Any attempt by candidates themselves, or by any person(s) acting at their instigation, directly or indirectly, by means of written communication or otherwise, to canvass or otherwise influence in the candidate’s favour any member of the staff of Brothers of Charity Services Ireland – South East Region, or person nominated to interview or examine applicants, will automatically disqualify the candidates for the position they are seeking. ETHOS The core values of our services have always been the dignity and humanity of each person. How these are expressed has evolved over time with our greater understanding of the rights of all people with a disability, with the changing hopes and expectations of the individuals and families with whom we work, and with the growing expertise of all associated with our services. DUTIES The person appointed will be part of a team in Boherduff Day Services who will work intensively with individuals to discover what will constitute a good life for the individual and to establish what supports the individual will need to achieve their goals. In order to do this, there is a requirement that the post holder will work in partnership with the individual’s family and other important people in the individual’s life. A high degree of flexibility is required as the timing and location of the supports provided will be dictated by the individual’s plan. 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. The person appointed should have the ability to participate proactively as a member of a team and contribute positively to the ongoing development of effective teamwork. Subject to the agreed policies and procedures of the Brothers of Charity Services Ireland – South East Region, the person appointed shall: Advocacy & Rights Respect each individual supported as an equal citizen. Uphold and respect the human, legal and constitutional rights of individuals supported by the Services, recognising their individuality and equality and empowering them to grow, thereby achieving the highest possible level of personal autonomy. Facilitate, encourage and develop the choice and decision-making skills of the individuals supported. Facilitate, encourage and develop the self-advocacy skills of, and opportunities for involvement in advocacy for, the individuals supported. Support to the Individual Inquire/explore with the individual and their family a vision for a good, full, inclusive life, a vision with an appropriate sense of possibility and an appropriate scale of ambition. Working collaboratively with the individual and their family, develop a plan for the achievement of the vision. Working collaboratively with the individual and their family, support the individual in the implementation of this plan. In the context of this plan, support the individual to develop their skills in the areas of: ▪ Occupation and leisure activities ▪ Communication ▪ Independent living ▪ Social integration and the use of community facilities ▪ Personal care ▪ Personal development Seek out opportunities for the individual to participate in social, work or training activities of their choice which are in socially inclusive settings. Under the direction of the multidisciplinary team, implement behaviour support plans that are put in place and adhered to. Foster, encourage and develop the self-help and social skills of the individual so as to achieve the highest possible degree of personal autonomy. Identify risks inherent in the provision of support to the individual and assess and document appropriately. Management and Leadership In accordance with Health Act 2007 and HIQA Regulations and Standards, ensure legislative requirements are adhered to by continuous monitoring, inspection and audit of the designated centres. Be responsible for the physical and emotional wellbeing of individuals supported. Be responsible for the safe use and care of equipment and report faulty equipment, etc., as it arises. Be familiar with and ensure that policies, procedures and codes of practice of the Services are adhered to. Ensure that all records in relation to individuals supported are up to date, correctly filed and managed as per the service’s records management system. Utilise efficiently the transport services available to the service area and advise the appropriate staff on transport needs. Money and Budgets Ensure that petty cash used and any personal monies of individuals supported are properly accounted for. Ensure that goods and services received are prudently used for purposes intended and that all such goods and services are properly accounted for. Assist the Services Manager/Team Leader in the preparation and monitoring of budgets. Communication Attend and participate fully in regular staff meetings where all aspects of the support service are discussed with a view to maintaining high standards, open communication among staff and good levels of staff morale. Co-operate and develop effective working relationships with: • Staff involved in the provision of both residential and day services or supports • Community bodies • Other agencies involved in the provision of services to the community Operate effectively as a member of the multidisciplinary team in promoting the best interests of the individuals supported. Develop and maintain good relationships with the families of individuals supported and encourage their involvement in the ongoing development of the person. Organise, attend and participate fully in meetings as required, e.g. Person Centred Planning meetings, service reviews and team meetings. Develop and participate fully in the implementation of a team-based performance management approach to achieving the goals of the Services’ strategic plan. Training and Development Be informed of current developments in services for people with intellectual disabilities, e.g. Person Centred Planning, Personal Outcome Measures, Human Rights and Citizenship, “New Directions – Review of Day Services and Implementation Plan 2012–2016”, Supported Self-Directed Living. Attend and contribute appropriately at lectures, courses and meetings as required and share information and knowledge gained with colleagues. Be responsible for identifying personal training and development needs and communicating them to the line manager. Attend mandatory training courses and achieve required standard. Health and Safety Be conscious of health and safety matters in the workplace and comply with employees’ obligations as set out in the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and ensure that the procedures set out in the Safety Statement are implemented at all times. Be involved in carrying out regular safety audits and fire drills as required. Be conversant with existing fire regulations and emergency procedures and participate in the implementation of same and make individuals supported aware, in so far as possible, of fire drill procedures in areas where they are being supported. Participate in the cleaning and maintenance of the support base and involve the individuals supported in this task. Report accidents, irregularities or other matters of concern to the Team Leader or, in her/his absence, to the Services Manager or such person as the Employing Authority may designate. Flexibility Employees are expected to have a high level of flexibility and a willingness and ability to develop new approaches to their work. Duties and responsibilities of any post in the Services are likely to change with the ongoing needs and developments of the Services. Employees will therefore be required to carry out such other duties appropriate to their employment as may be assigned to him/her from time to time. Confidentiality In the course of employment, the post holder may have access to or hear information concerning the medical or personal affairs of individuals supported and/or staff, or other health service business. Such records and information are strictly confidential and, unless acting on the instructions of an authorised officer, must not be divulged or discussed except in the performance of normal duty. Records must never be left in such a manner that unauthorised persons can obtain access and must be kept in safe custody when no longer required. Qualifications / Education Essential • A third level qualification relevant to the provision of services to individuals with intellectual disabilities or, at a minimum, a QQI Level 5 major award • Manual Handling • Committed to undertaking further education • A full clean manual Category B driving licence Essential Experience • 2 years relevant experience in Disability Services • Experience of completing effective reports • Experience of supporting a team to enhance service delivery • Experience of working with adults with varying degrees of intellectual disabilities • Devising, implementing and evaluating Person Centred Plans • Experience of working as a “key worker” • Experience of working with people with high support needs • Supporting families • Willingness to take responsibility to support people supported and the team Knowledge • Knowledge of needs of adults with intellectual disabilities • Understanding of Health & Safety legislation • Knowledge of the ethos of Brothers of Charity • Good understanding of socialisation and recreational needs of people who use the services • Knowledge of working effectively within a multidisciplinary team • Knowledge of how to support people who use services to achieve personal outcomes • Knowledge of current trends in intellectual disabilities services, e.g. New Directions and rights-based approach to service provision • Personal Outcomes Measures • Team-Based Performance Management • Knowledge of Brothers of Charity Services • Crisis Intervention Techniques/SIF • Advocacy • Approaches to Challenging Behaviour • An understanding of support needs of people with Autism
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.
Staff Nurse Radiology
Job Purpose: The successful candidate will help to ensure that a caring, creative environment is achieved within the allocated ward / directorate, paying attention to the highest possible quality of nursing care. The staff nurse will assess, plan, implement and evaluate care to the highest professional and ethical standards within the model of nursing care practiced in the hospital. Please note that you may be rostered for day or night or on-call or extended working day duty as required by the Hospital. Inquiries to Radiology CNM3 Suganthi Sundaram ssundaram@mater.ie
Showroom Host
Do you have a passion for exceptional customer service? Are you passionate about delivering the best service for customers at all stages of their sales journey? The ideal person will have / be:
