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YOUTH FLOATING SUPPORT WORKERS Could you assist young people to build the skills and confidence to find, set up and maintain their own homes in the community? MACS Youth Floating Support Service supports young people aged 16-25 in the community who are homeless, at risk of homelessness or need help maintaining their tenancy. Youth Floating Support Workers support on average 15 young people who receive individualised support based on support planning ongoing assessment/review and keeping safe were appropriate. Key Responsibilities: Please see attached Job Description and Person specification for essential skills and knowledge required for the post and click apply to submit your CV. See attached Recruitment Guidance notes and Why Work For MACS for more information or email hr@macsni.org if you have any further queries. CVs submitted must demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria required for the post. Posts Available: Belfast: 1x Full Time, Permanent, 1x Part Time, Permanent Lisburn: 2x Full Time, Permanent Downpatrick: 1x Part Time, Permanent Salary: £25,545 pro rata Benefits: MACS Pension contribution of 4% of salary; up to 41 days annual leave (pro rata and including bank holidays); enhanced paid leave for Sick, Maternity and Carers leave; paid training days per year; Flexible and Hybrid working options available and Health Benefits. Closing Date: Tuesday 30th September 2025 at 9.30am. We are currently recruiting for multiple roles across various locations. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as they are received. We strongly encourage early applications, as the advert may close once positions in each location have been successfully filled. MACS is committed to equality of opportunity and to selection on merit and all offers of employment are subject to an Access NI Disclosure Check.
Team Member
Costa Coffee requires a Full Flexible Team Member and Evening/Weekend Team Member for our store in Coleraine. At Costa Coffee we are as passionate about our people as we are our great coffee! Being a part of our team gives you the chance to learn new skills in coffee excellence whilst letting your personality shine through. As a Costa Barista you receive full training in delivering every customer with an unbeatable coffee experience, through great customer service and great coffee. Are you: -
Multi-task Attendant
Remuneration The salary scale for the post is: (as at 01/08/2025) €35,788 - €37,252 - €38,794 - €39,204 - €40,211 - €41,082 - €42,336 - €43,636 - €44,984 Key Working Relationships The post holder will on a day to day basis have a working relationship with the nurse on duty, the Clinical Nurse Manager 1 (CNM1), Clinical Nurse Manager 2 (CNM2), the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) and is ultimately accountable to the Director of Nursing (DON). Purpose of the Post To provide direct and indirect day-to-day care for residents. Support the provision of a high quality, hygienic and customer focused service including: • Assisting Nurses and healthcare staff in caring for residents. • Use a person centred approach to high quality resident care. • Provide high standards in housekeeping, catering, laundry, portering or general duties as assigned. • Promote service user choice and independence. • Complete the relevant documentation as required as part of the role. • Adhere to HSE policies and procedures Principal Duties and Responsibilities • Duties assigned to the Multi-Task Attendant will vary depending on the care setting. • Support residents in directing their own lives in accordance with their cognitive and physical abilities in an environment that reflects the comforts of home. • Respect residents, their families and each other as individuals showing dignity, courtesy and professionalism at all times. • Act as an advocate for residents. • Assist the Registered Nurse in the provision of a quality service by promoting and adopting a philosophy of care and working in line with national and locally devised policies and regulations. • Ensure that care is carried out in an empathetic and ethical manner and that the dignity and spiritual needs of the residents are maintained and respected. • Contribute to the development of a multi-disciplinary assessment and care plan and assist in its implementation and evaluation in consultation with the resident as appropriate. • Carry out assigned and delegated responsibilities involving direct care and all activities of daily living under the supervision of a Registered General Nurse, e.g. to assist residents maintain standards of personal hygiene, laundry, dietary intake, physical, mental health and any other personal needs. • Carry out assigned social activities as delegated and under the supervision of the Registered General Nurse. • Assist members of the Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) in the delivery of programmes for older persons in a safe environment. • Prepare and serve food as appropriate. • Attend staff meetings and contribute constructively to the smooth running of the centre. • Maintain the confidentiality of all information made available to him/her during the course of his/her work. Health & Safety • Conduct his/ herself in a manner that conveys respect of the individual and ensures safe resident care. • Report any incident or potential incident which may compromise the health and safety of residents, staff or visitors and take appropriate action. • Ensure completion of incident/near miss forms. • Not undertake any duty related to resident care for which he/she is not trained. • Understand and adhere to all policies, guidelines and procedures. • Apply precautions at all times to minimise the risks of cross infection e.g. clean up any spillages of bodily fluids. • Ensure that all equipment is stored and cleaned correctly, and storage areas are kept clean and tidy. • Report any breakage or malfunction of equipment to technical staff and/or appropriate others. • Present to work wearing the agreed attire and identification, having regard to the highest standard of attire and personal hygiene. Education & Training • Attend induction and mandatory in-service education. • Maintain continuous personal and participate in team based development, education, training and learning. • Develop and use reflective practice techniques as part of the MDT. • Participate in appraisal and the development of a personal development plan in conjunction with his/her line manager. Administrative • Maintain and monitor appropriate levels of consumables supplies in the unit. • Maintain appropriate records to facilitate the ordering process / enable cost monitoring in line with financial regulations. • Answer the telephone, respond to queries, take messages and deal with queries as appropriate / agreed with the Registered Nurse. • Promote a culture that values diversity and respect in the workplace. Operational • Be courteous and helpful to patients and their relatives and respect each other person’s privacy and dignity at all times. • Present to work wearing the agreed attire and identification, having regard to the highest standard of attire and personal hygiene. • Acquaint themselves with Health & Safety at Work guidelines and obligations including e-learning programmes on HSELand. • Ensure an adequate knowledge of the emergency action and fire plan. Be aware of fire precautions and procedures and attend fire drills once a year. • Conduct his/ herself in a manner that conveys respect of the individual and ensures safe resident/patient care. • Report any incident or potential incident which may compromise the health and safety of residents/patients, staff or visitors to the person in charge and take appropriate action. • Understand and adhere to all HSE policies, guidelines and procedures. • Follow HSE Policy with regard to confidentially in relation to patient care. • In accordance with Health and Safety at Work Policy, it is each staff members responsibility to observe all rules relating to Health and Safety and Conduct at Work and to use any equipment provided in a safe and responsible manner. • Participate in appropriate in-service training sessions including fire safety, moving techniques in patients care, hand hygiene and any other such sessions as organised. • Be able to work as part of a team. • Have knowledge of Children First and complete HSELand Introduction to Children First on line e-learning programme. It is HSE policy that all staff irrespective of role, grade or position must promote the welfare of children and protect them from harm. • Have knowledge of Safeguarding and complete HSELand Safeguarding training programme. • To be aware of: o Infection control procedures o Complaints Procedures o Incident and Accident reporting o Risk Management • Support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. Confidentiality It is essential that we maintain the privacy of people who use the healthcare service. In the course of the employment the appointee may have access to, or hear information concerning the medical or personal affairs of patient/residents and/or staff, or other health service business. Such records and information are strictly confidential and unless acting on the instruction of an authorised officer, on no account must information concerning staff, patient/residents or other health service business be divulged or discussed except in the performance of normal duty. 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 them from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and/ or experience Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc (a) Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: (i) Possess the relevant QQI Further Education and Training (FET) Level 5 Certificate in Health Service Skills. Or (ii) FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Health Service Skills or Healthcare Support. Or (iii) A relevant healthcare qualification. Or (iv) Be currently employed as an Attendant, Multi-Task or a comparable role and be willing to undertake a QQI/FET Level 5 programme in Health Service skills or equivalent. If (iv) of the eligibility criteria applies to you, the responsibility to undertake the relevant qualification lies with the applicant. And (b) Candidates must have the personal competence and capacity to properly discharge the duties of the role. 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. Post Specific Requirements Demonstrate your experience and or knowledge of the role of Multi-Task Attendant. Other requirements specific to the post Flexibility regarding working hours as post may require out of hours service as assigned by Manager i.e. evening service, weekend duties. Additional eligibility requirements Citizenship Requirements Eligible candidates must be: (i) EEA, Swiss, or British citizens OR (ii) Non-European Economic Area citizens with permission to reside and work in the State Read Appendix 2 of the Additional Campaign Information for further information on accepted Stamps for Non-EEA citizens resident in the State, including those with refugee status. To qualify candidates must be eligible by the closing date of the campaign. Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Professional Knowledge and Experience: • Demonstrate experience of working in a caring role e.g. previous role as a carer in a continuing care environment. • Demonstrate evidence of experience working in a healthcare environment • Demonstrate knowledge of Health & Safety regulations • Demonstrate knowledge of Health Services and role of Multi Task Attendant Planning & Organising • Demonstrate ability to plan and complete tasks allocated and to organise workload in a methodical manner and deal with the unexpected should it arise • Demonstrate flexible approach to work • Demonstrate ability to work on own initiative • Demonstrate good organisational ability with practical competence Teamwork • Demonstrate ability to work as a member of team and make positive contributions to that team • Demonstrate ability to carry out instructions and appreciate the importance of providing quality care to patients Patient/Customer Focus • Demonstrate ability to work in a customer focussed environment • Demonstrate evidence of ability to empathise with and treat patients, relatives and colleagues with dignity and respect • Demonstrate motivation to fulfil the role and contribute to improving the service Communication & Interpersonal Skills • Demonstrate excellent communication skills, including sufficient command of the English language so as to effectively carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role • Demonstrate ability to communicate satisfactorily with patients and colleagues and maintain the confidentiality of the service • Demonstrate motivation and appreciate the importance of the need to provide quality service for patients/colleagues and in particular older people
Community Nurses
Community Nurses Permanent Positions 37.5 hour working week Community Nurse Team Reporting to the Community Nurse Manager, the successful candidate will be delivering responsive person-centred care within the Horizons Community. This team will respond to the evolving health needs of the People We Support (PWS), through compassionate care, innovative approaches and sustainable practices, while actively promoting the health and wellbeing of the PWS across various settings within Horizons. Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc. Informal enquiries may be made to Patricia Hetherington, Assistant Director of Nursing on 086 8233 033. Completed application forms must be returned by Monday 15th September 2025. Applicants may be short listed on the basis of their application. The Department of Health & Children Consolidated Scales apply. Visit our website at www.horizonscork.ie
Counter Assistant
O’Sullivan's Pharmacy is recruiting a permanent, part-time over the counter assistant in our Wilton store Cork. This is a part-time permanent role and the person must be available to work during the day all year. 3 days per week 24 hours per week including every second Saturday and possibly one day being 1pm-9pm Responsibilities Include: -Contribute to the smooth running of the front of shop (over-the-counter medicine/cosmetic sales and orders) - Assist customers with queries/concerns and purchases. Skills / Capabilities Required - Customer-focused, excellent customer service skills - Capable of working in a busy environment - Able to handle pressure - Multi-tasking abilities - Excellent attention to detail - Interpersonal skills - Approachable, friendly and professional - Great initiative and strong work ethic - Knowledge and experience of OTC medicines is preferable but not essential. Ideal Start Date is September 2025 Application deadline is Monday 8th of September 2025
Team Member
Costa Coffee requires a Team Member for our store in Merchants Quay. At Costa Coffee we are as passionate about our people as we are our great coffee! Being a part of our team gives you the chance to learn new skills in coffee excellence whilst letting your personality shine through. As a Costa Barista you receive full training in delivering every customer with an unbeatable coffee experience, through great customer service and great coffee. Are you: -
Person In Charge
Brothers of Charity Services Ireland – Southern Region The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland – Southern Region is a major voluntary organisation, which provides age related residential, educational and day services for people with intellectual disabilities, autism and communication disorders throughout the Cork and Kerry area. Applications are invited for the following:- PERSON IN CHARGE Ref: 47/2025 Social Care Manager 1 / Clinical Nurse Manager 1 (CNM1) GRADE Permanent Full-Time (39 /37.5 hours per week) Location: Adults Residential Services, Cork City/suburbs The Purpose The Social care leader (SCL)/ Person in Charge (PIC) has overall responsibility for the effective governance, operational management, and regulatory compliance of a designated centre for people with intellectual disabilities. The PIC ensures the residents receive high quality, person centred care and support that promotes dignity, rights, independence and quality of life in accordance with the Organisations policies and procedures, the health act 2007 (as amended) and relevant national standards. The SCL/PIC will partake in and manage the roster effectively to ensure adequate staffing in line with the Statement of Purpose. Reporting to Area Manager or other authorised person as the Employing Authority may designate Professional Qualifications and Experience etc. Candidates must Possess a level 7 or higher in Social care PLUS a level 8 in a health/management related 3rd level qualification on the Quality & Qualifications (QQI) framework OR Possess a nursing qualification PLUS a level 8 in a health/management related 3rdlevel qualification on the Quality & Qualifications (QQI) framework Possess an equivalent qualification recognised by the Social Care Worker Registration Board, CORU And Must be eligible for registration on the Social Care Workers registration board with CORU from November 2023 , must obtain such registration by November 2025 and must maintain such registration for the duration of employment in this role. If a qualified nurse maintain live annual registration in the relevant division of the Register of Nurses and Midwives maintained by the (Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland) - An Bórd Altranais Have a minimum 5 years’ experience of working in residential services supporting adults with intellectual disability, autism and challenging behaviour is essential. Minimum 2 years management or supervisory experience. Possess or working towards a relevant management qualification. Post graduate training in Positive Behaviour Support is desirable Be flexible to meet the requirements of the service Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a high level of flexibility is essential Have experience of using alternative communication methods is essential Previous experience and understanding of how to support individuals with very specific and clinical support requirements and a clear understanding of the importance of working in line with written protocols and guidelines is desirable Have experience of using a person centered planning system is essential. Be computer literate including proficiency in Microsoft Office and knowledge and proficiency of using information systems Driving Licence Candidates must possess a full driving licence, which qualifies you to drive manual transmission vehicles on Irish roads as it is essential for the roles. 3. 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 recruited between 1 April 2004 and 31 December 2012 (new entrants) have no compulsory retirement age. Public servants recruited since 1 January 2013 are members of the Single Pension Scheme and have a compulsory retirement age of 70. 4. 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. 5. Character Candidates for and any person holding the office must be of good character. 6. Hours of Work The normal working hours will be 37.5/39 hours per week (depending on qualification) however, flexible hours, including weekends, evenings and sleepovers are involved. Starting and finishing times will be as notified to the appointee from time to time by the line manager. It is essential that the PIC ensures that there is constant and appropriate cover available within the residential service at all times. The appointee may be required to work additional hours arising from the duties of the appointment and compensation for these hours by way of time off in lieu, to be taken in line with the policy. The appointee may be required to provide out of hours on call cover and act as a person on responsibility within the service. Salary Scale: Social Care Manager 1: €56,351 - €65,827 (1/8/25 Consolidated Scales) Clinical Nurse Manager 1: €56,642 - €66,705 (1/8/25 Consolidated Scales) * 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 now will only be paid from date of submission of documents. INFORMAL ENQUIRIES Claire McNally, Tel: +353 87 9654489, e-mail: Claire.Mcnally1@bocsi.ie ) Closing Date: Sunday 14th September 2025 A panel may be formed from this competition from which future vacancies may be filled throughout our Services Applications should be made online using the 'APPLY' link below The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland – Southern Region is an equal opportunities employer
Marketing Executive
Maxi Zoo Ireland are driven by the desire to make the life of pets and pets owners simpler, better and happier. To achieve this, we work hard, accept responsibility and seek every opportunity to learn about pets and customers. Maxi Zoo Ireland are seeking to recruit a Marketing Executive. This role is a full time position and based at our Head Office located in Ballincollig, Co. Cork. About the Role We’re looking for a creative, results-driven Marketing Executive with a strong focus on social media marketing to join our team. This role is perfect for someone who lives and breathes social Media and who has a passion for creating content that captures attention, builds community, and drives engagement. You’ll be responsible for executing and optimising our social media strategy, creating engaging content, managing paid and organic campaigns, and reporting on performance across platforms. You'll play a key role in growing our brand presence and driving awareness across a wide range of digital touchpoints. Social will involve approx. 75% of your role, with 25% allocated to other responsibilities outlined in Job spec but not exhaustive. Skills 1. Social Media Marketing Why join us? · An opportunity to grow with Europe’s biggest pet retailer · Work in an environment where employees and customers share the same passion for animals · Competitive salary · Pension · Hybrid office arrangements · Employee Assistance Programme · Paid annual leave · Employee Discount – up to 40% staff discount and 20% off in our salons. · Career development · Paid maternity and paternity leave · Sick pay · Flexible working hours · Bike to Work scheme
Social Care Worker
Brothers of Charity Services Ireland – Southern Region The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland – Southern Region is a major voluntary organisation, which provides age related residential, educational and day services for people with intellectual disabilities, autism and communication disorders throughout the Cork and Kerry area. Applications are invited for the following posts Social Care Worker/s Ref: 46/2025 Permanent & Temporary posts (Full-Time hours) Adult Residential & Respite Services / Children Respite Services Cork City, Suburbs, West Cork areas A panel will also be formed from this competition to fill vacancies as they arise in the coming year The role of a Social Care Worker To support adults with and intellectual disability and autism in a high support setting in line with person centred practice and human rights principles. The person appointed will be very flexible in their approach to service provision and have the ability to work both on their own initiative and as a member of a team. He/she will be required to take an active part in ensuring that their day-to-day work reflects the ethos and vision of the Brothers of Charity and that the needs of the men and women in the service are being met by them as directed. As a team member, the best interests of each person using our service will be paramount in all discussions. Emphasis will be on forming a team approach involving people supported, families, advocates and staff on all relevant issues. In a high support setting the above is especially critical. One of the aspects of working in a complex case environment is the understanding that small interventions or actions can have disproportionate impacts and results. Clear, open and honest communication across the team is how issues are both identified and learnt from within a high support team. Professional Qualifications and Experience etc. Each candidate for the appointment must: Possess a relevant level 7 or higher qualification on the Quality & Qualifications Ireland (QQI) framework in a health care profession. OR Possess an equivalent qualification recognised by the Social Care Worker Registration Board, CORU And Must be eligible for registration on the Social Care Workers registration board with CORU and obtain such registration by November 2025 and must maintain such registration for the duration of employment in this role AND Have a suitable standard of professional attainments And Have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and ability for the proper discharge of the duties of the office) Be computer literate including proficiency in Microsoft Office and knowledge and proficiency of using information systems for the social care worker post/s Have a full clean Driver’s licence which qualifies you to drive manual transmission vehicles on Irish roads as it is a requirement of this role to drive service vehicles. Experience Relevant experience of working with adults / children with an intellectual disability / autism, challenging behaviour, working with a team in high support setting in a Residential setting is desirable Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Demonstrated experience and understanding of how to support individuals with very specific and clinical support requirements and a clear understanding of the importance of working in line with written protocols and guidelines Excellent problem-solving skills utilising lowest impact interventions wherever possible. Experience of Positive Behaviour Support interventions. Experience of working to agreed protocols, and feeding back to inform evolution of same is highly desirable. Experience of risk management strategies and risk management in general. Experience of utilising CPI/MAPA Techniques. Salary Scale: €40,351 - €56,650 including 1 LSI (1/8/25) and pro-rata for part-time & temporary contracts INFORMAL ENQUIRIES TO: Claire McNally, Sector Manager , Tel : +353 87 9654489 , (e-mail: Claire.Mcnally1@bocsi.ie ) Or Stephen Dalton, Sector Manager, Tel: +353 21 4556299; (e-mail: stephen.dalton@bocsi.ie ) Or Brid Scanlan, Sector Manager (Children Services), Tel: +353 86 7038217 (email: brid.scanlan@bocsi.ie ) Or Frank McNerney, Sector Manager, Tel: +353 87 3840029 (e-mail: frank.mcnerney@bocsi.ie ) Closing Date: Sunday 14th September 2025 Applications should be made online using the 'APPLY' link below The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland – Southern Region is an equal opportunities employer INDS
Psychologist, Senior, CUH
Title of Post: Psychologist, Senior, (Adult – Long Covid & Infectious Diseases), Cork University Hospital This is a temporary 1 xWTE vacancy to cover a career break and will be based in the Long Covid Service, led by the LiaisonPsychiatry Service at Cork University Hospital. A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Cork University Hospital from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Details of Service: A dedicated Senior Psychologist role will be split between the Long Covid Service and Infectious Diseases. They will provide clinical assessment and intervention to patients referred to these services. They may also be able to provide outreach and support clinical care pathways to patients from other hospitals in the Region The Senior Psychologist will work with the Liaison Psychiatry team whom operationally lead the Long Covid service. The psychologist will report professionally to the Principal Psychology Manager, Hospital Psychology Department at Cork University Hospital. The Liaison team itself provides an important role in triaging referrals and determining which patients would benefit most from psychological input. Liaison Psychiatry services at Cork University Hospital already provide assessment and treatment of individuals with mental health need referred from the hospital wards (including ICU), the Emergency Department and OPD (weekly neuropsychiatry, psych-oncology & general liaison clinics, monthly functional GI clinic). Purpose of Post: The purpose of this post is to support a psychological recovery service for patient presenting with Long Covid. This service is led by the Liaison Psychiatry Service at CUH. The Senior Psychologist will: · Work primarily with identified patients who have had psychological complications following COVID19 infection. · Will contribute to and support the psychological and cognitive assessment of all patients, both transferred to other wards and post discharge as required. · Will play a key role in the multidisciplinary team (MDT) and will offer consultation on matters such as communication, sleep, effects of sedation, anxiety, stress, mood, delirium, and family issues. · Will work with colleagues in physiotherapy, occupational therapy to enable functional rehabilitation will offer consultation and clinical follow up where appropriate to patients attending post COVID-19 clinics in CUH. Additionally, the post holder will provide a psychological service to patients under the care of the Infectious Diseases department (with an interest in HIV). Six Health Regions have been established within the HSE, on the basis of the geographical boundaries agreed by the Government in July 2019 and they will be operational from 2024. Each Health Region will be tasked with population specific planning resourcing and delivery of health and social care services for the needs of its unique population. This will result in improved accountability and governance in terms of finance and performance, while also bringing decision-making closer to the frontline. Health Regions will enable and empower staff to provide services that are: · Integrated, locally planned and delivered · Easier to access and navigate Available closer to home Health Regions are geographically based units with clearly defined populations. They align community and hospital services within specific areas. The HSE will retain a strong but leaner central organisation, with more service provision developed at a local level. The HSE South West health region will manage and deliver all public health and social care services in Cork and Kerry . HSE South West includes all hospital and community healthcare services in the region. This includes: · South / South West Hospital Group S/SWHG · Cork Kerry Community Healthcare CKCH The Department of Population and Public Health is also now aligned with this health region. Services in the South West health region HSE Services working within this region include: · Acute Hospitals · Primary care services · Community services · Social care services · Health and social care professionals · Voluntary sector services South / South West Hospital Group and Cork Kerry Community Healthcare became part of HSE South West health region on 3rd March 2025, and the transition to the new structures will be taking place throughout 2025. Informal Enquiries: Dr Louise Reid, Principal Psychology Manager, Cork University Hospital Tel. 0873667484 Email: Louise.reid1@hse.ie
